Forehead Smoother
The forehead smoother is a bodyweight facial exercise targeting the frontalis muscle. It involves raising the eyebrows against hand resistance to strengthen the forehead muscles and reduce the appearance of horizontal lines.
How to do it
- Sit upright and place both palms flat on your forehead, fingers pointing toward each other.
- Apply gentle downward pressure with your palms against your forehead.
- While maintaining the pressure, try to raise your eyebrows upward, working against your hands.
- Hold the raised position for 5 seconds.
- Slowly lower and relax your eyebrows.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Form cues
- sit tall with a neutral spine
- place palms firmly against the hairline
- create gentle resistance with your hands
- slowly lift eyebrows upward
- focus on the forehead muscle contraction
Breathing: Inhale as you prepare, exhale while you raise your eyebrows against the resistance, and breathe naturally during the hold.
Common mistakes
- pushing too hard with hands, which can strain the skin
- scrunching the eyes shut, which creates unnecessary tension
- holding your breath, which prevents relaxation
- lifting the eyebrows too quickly, which reduces muscle control
Muscles worked
Primary: facial muscles. Secondary: frontalis.
Suggested sets & reps
Get fitter
3 sets × 10 reps, hold 5s, rest 30s
Lose weight
3 sets × 10 reps, hold 5s, rest 30s
Build muscle
3 sets × 12 reps, hold 8s, rest 45s
Easier, harder & alternatives
Make it easier
Alternatives
Take care if…
- If you feel sharp pain in your neck or forehead, ease off and check with a professional.
- If you have skin sensitivities or recent facial procedures, choose a gentler option.
General educational guidance, not medical advice. Stop on sharp pain and check with a qualified professional if unsure.
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Start free →Frequently asked questions
Should I feel pain while doing this?
No, you should only feel light muscle engagement. If you feel sharp pain, stop immediately.
How often should I practice this?
Facial exercises can be done daily, but consistency is more important than intensity.
Where should I feel the movement?
You should feel the tension in your forehead muscles, specifically the frontalis area.