Furrowed Brow: 6 Tips To Smooth It

For some, a furrowed brow can be a delicate sign of wisdom and maturity. Still, for others, it can be an unfavorable reminder of the effects of aging and lead to a more permanent expression of concern or worry.

Brow furrows can often be confused with the deep vertical frown lines that form between the eyebrows. They are actually the long horizontal lines that run across part or all of the forehead (commonly referred to as forehead wrinkles).

Brow furrows are perfectly natural and grant you the ability to convey a range of emotions from confusion to worry to anger and even concern — all of which you may feel if these lines become too noticeable for your tastes.

Although injectables and filler may be popular choices for smoothing out unwanted brow furrows, Dēpology is here to give you our favorite tips to iron out those pesky wrinkles and help you achieve the plump, supple forehead of your dreams without all the expensive procedures.

What Causes a Furrowed Brow?

As with many common skincare concerns, natural aging plays a vital role in the appearance of forehead wrinkles. Over time, the skin loses its ability to produce collagen and elastin, which is not the only cause of deepening forehead wrinkles.

A furrowed brow can result from a variety of factors, including:

Dehydration – Dehydration, both topically or dietarily, can lead to skin dryness, which exaggerates wrinkles or prematurely leads to a furrowed brow.
Facial Expressions Over Time – Repetitive forehead expressions activate the frontalis muscles, causing lines to deepen over time.
Smoking – Cigarette chemicals damage skin cells and increase collagen-destroying enzymes, accelerating aging and sagging.
Stress – Stress increases cortisol production, breaking down elastin and collagen, leading to wrinkles.
Excessive Sun Exposure – UV exposure penetrates the skin and damages deeper layers, hindering collagen production.
Genetics – Up to 60% of skin aging differences are attributed to genetics.

What Are the Best Ways to Prevent and Smooth a Furrowed Brow?

You cannot completely erase forehead wrinkles, but many methods and products can help smooth a furrowed brow and rejuvenate your skin for a fuller, more youthful glow.

1. Stay Hydrated

Hydration is essential for healthy skin. Drinking the recommended amount of water (about 11.5 cups/day for women) improves skin resilience.

Topical moisturizers also help the skin repair daily environmental damage and prevent premature wrinkles.

2. Use SPF Daily (and Wear Your Sunglasses!)

Sun exposure accelerates aging. Apply at least SPF 30 daily to prevent dryness, sunspots, and wrinkling.

Sunglasses help prevent squinting — a major cause of forehead lines.

3. Massage Your Forehead

Gently massaging the forehead improves blood flow, releases muscle tension, and supports tissue repair.

Use circular motions with a facial roller, gua sha, or your hands (always with an oil or serum for slip).

4. Apply a Silicone Patch Before Bedtime

Silicone patches, originally created for scars, are now popular for wrinkle smoothing. They trap moisture, stimulate blood flow, and support collagen production overnight.

5. Introduce Retinol Into Your Nightly Routine

Retinol stimulates collagen, promotes cell turnover, reduces fine lines, and maintains oil balance. It works best at night and should be paired with moisturizer.

6. Use Products with Antioxidants + Hyaluronic Acid

Hyaluronic acid plumps skin by holding 1,000× its weight in water — making wrinkles less visible.

Antioxidant serums like Vitamin C protect skin from environmental damage and help smooth a furrowed brow.

Our Final Tip to You

Forehead wrinkles may appear unpredictably. Whether you want to prevent early onset or improve existing lines, these tips will help promote smoother, healthier skin.

Our final recommendation: try the Anti-Aging Trio Set, including: