Botox (which is short for 'botulinum toxin') has truly revolutionized the treatment of ageing skin, and it has become so popular that is now officially the most performed non-surgical cosmetic procedure. Lots of people are still unsure about certain aspects of it though, with common questions being...
1. What exactly is botox? Botox is special type of protein that relaxes muscles. By injecting it directly into facial muscles, lines and wrinkles that have developed as a result of frowning, worrying and laughing, are smoothed and softened.
2. What will happen during the treatment? Botox treatments are quick and simple, with each procedure taking around just 10 minutes to complete. During that time, a series of small injections of botox solution will be made directly into the areas responsible for causing the lines and wrinkles.
3. Do I need to do anything particular after having a treatment of botox? You are advised to stay upright and to try to exercise, by pulling various facial expressions, the areas treated for 2-4 hours following the injections.
4. How quickly are the effects noticeable? Results are not instantaneous, and typically take a couple of days to initially become noticeable. The full effects tend to take around 7-14 days.
5. How many times will I need to have botox injections? Most people have 3-4 botox treatments per year at first, in order to achieve and retain more youthful and fresher skin. This frequency can be reduced after the first year though, as the skin becomes more susceptible to botox with use.
6. Will my face 'droop' if I do not have repeat treatments? Absolutely not. The treatment is completely reversible there are no permanent effects. In fact, your skin is likely to have benefited from the period of reduced muscle contraction, as wrinkle formation is slower during this time.
7. Will botox 'freeze' my face and make me expressionless? No, definitely not. It only treats the specific muscles that are responsible for your wrinkles, minimizing any possible loss of facial expression.
8. Are there any side effects? There may be slight discomfort as the needle enters the skin, and there is the possibility of a small bruise at the site of the injection. Other side effects are rare but include slight drooping of the eyelid, which usually resolves itself in a week or so, and headaches. No long term side-effects have been reported.
9. Is it safe to use botox? Botox is considered a very safe medication. It is now approved by medical authorities in over 70 countries worldwide. It has been used widely in the cosmetic industry for the last 15 years.
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