BOTOX® Cosmetic is a prescription drug that, when injected, temporarily paralyzes muscles. It contains a purified and safe form of botulinum toxin A, which is produced by the microbe that causes botulism. Manufactured by Allergan, Inc., it is used to treat permanent furrows and deep wrinkles in the skin that are formed by the continual contraction of facial muscles. In addition to its cosmetic applications, it is used to treat a number of medical problems, including excessive sweating, overactive bladder, neck spasms, crossed eyes, chronic back and jaw pain, and migraines.
Applications for BOTOX Cosmetic
Although originally approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of eye and muscle spasms, BOTOX Cosmetic was quickly recognized for its cosmetic value. Properly placed injections of BOTOX Cosmetic block nerve impulses sent to muscles, weakening them to the point where they cannot contract, and temporarily eliminating moderately severe furrows and lines. BOTOX Cosmetic is used to treat the following:
- Forehead
- Frown lines
- Crow‘s feet
- Neck Bands
- Bunny Nose
- Chin dimples
- Brow lift
According to Allergan, BOTOX Cosmetic has been “extensively researched, with approximately 2500 studies.”
BOTOX Cosmetic Procedure and Results
Using a very fine needle, BOTOX Cosmetic is injected directly into facial muscles that are causing furrows and lines. Receiving the injections requires no anesthetic. Results can usually be seen within a few days of treatment, but will fully settle after two weeks. After thetwo weeks is when any touch ups should be made. Typically lasting up to four months, depending on the clients metabolism and/or lifestyle the Botox can last longer or shorter than the 4 months. Injections should be given only by qualified medical professionals.
Side Effects of BOTOX Cosmetic
Injection-site side effects of BOTOX Cosmetic are usually mild and temporary, and include the following:
- Pain
- Inflammation
- Tenderness
- Swelling
- Redness
- Bleeding
- Bruising
Normal activities may be resumed 24 hours after receiving injections.
What if Botox does not work on me?
Some clients have a natural resistance or overtime created a tolerance to Botox. In these cases there are other alternatives that are similar.
Daxxify®
DAXXIFY® is FDA approved to smooth moderate to severe lines. It is the only frown line treatment powered by a peptide. Typically this product lasts around 3-4 months with the exception of between the brows can last up to 6 months.
Can be used in the same treated areas of Botox
Xeomin ®
Xeomin® is FDA approved to smooth moderate to severe lines. It is used when a client is allergic to eggs or a protein similar.
Can be used in the same treated areas of Botox
Jeuveau ®
Jeuveau ® is FDA approved to smooth moderate to severe lines. Can be used in the same treated areas of Botox, lasts 4 months.
MicroTox
Microtox is an injection of Botox that is used to tighten the skin and rejuvinate the skin, has almost an instant effect. Each treatment will last between 3-4 months, some areas may need to be treated every 2-3 weeks.
Some examples of what MicroTox can treat includes:
- Facial flushing
- Smile lines
- Skin texture
- Dermatochalasis (loose skin around the eyelid)
- Excess Undereye Skin
- Crepey Eyelids
- Nasojugal groove
- Eye opening
- Lid ptosis
- Neck tightening
- Chest tightening
- Scar reduction
- Scar prevention
- Brow shaping
- Facial slimming
- Nefertiti Lift
- Jowl prevention
- Hair Volume
NasalTox
Non-surgical nose enhancement using Botox. Can last up to 6 months, may require 2+ treatments for full results.
Some examples of NasalTox include:
- Tip dip
- Horizonal line
- Bump smoothing
- Bulb reduction
- Bridge slimming
- Pore tightening
- Rhinophyma
TheraTox
Addresses pain/certain conditions using Botox. Typically lasts around 3 months.
Some examples of TheraTox include:
- Frey’s Syndrome
- Facial twitching
- Hyperhidrosis
- Bell’s Palsy Asymmetry
- TMJ
- Migraines
- Chronic back or neck pain
- Carpal Tunnel
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Neuropathic pain
- Morton’s Neuroma
- Peroneal Tendonitis
- Medial Nerve Pain
- de quervain's tenosynovitis
- Tennis elbow
Botox Membership
Wanting to save money and stay consistent with your appointment? Sign up for our Botox membership!
A yearly commitment that has you pay a portion of your Botox on the first of every month. Additionally any extra units purchased will come in at $10.99 instead of the normal rate.
The membership that is suggested can vary, there is 20,30,40,50,60,70,80, and 90 unit memberships. For example the 30 unit membership will essentially pay for 10 units each month, when its time to get your Botox you are all prepaid with 30 units.