Botulinum toxin is the protagonist of one of the best-known aesthetic treatments in the world. This substance is used to attenuate the first signs of ageing and achieve a more youthful appearance.
Over time, the skin loses elasticity and expression lines begin to appear around the eyes, forehead and between the eyebrows (glabella). If left untreated, these wrinkles become more pronounced, even when the face is at rest, becoming static wrinkles. The good news is that they can be softened and also prevented with the application of botulinum toxin.
What is botulinum toxin?
Botulinum toxin is a purified substance widely used in various medical specialties. In Aesthetic Medicine it is known for helping to minimize wrinkles and expression lines in areas such as:
- Wrinkles on the forehead;
- Lines between the eyebrows (glabella);
- Wrinkles around the eyes(crow’s feet);
- Wrinkles on the back of the nose(bunny lines).
When injected into the skin of the face, botulinum toxin relaxes the muscles and reduces the intensity of their contraction. As a result, expression lines become less obvious and, as well as disguising wrinkles, it is possible to prevent them from becoming creased and static over the years.
How is the treatment carried out?
Before starting treatment, it is recommended that you have a consultation with a specialist in Aesthetic Medicine. At Skin Boutique, the skin is assessed to detect the points to be treated. Only then is the treatment protocol established and a personal, customized plan developed.
The treatment lasts an average of 30 minutes and does not require anesthesia. The substance is injected into strategic points with very fine needles. Although they do not cause pain, it is normal for the patient to feel slight stings on the face, so an anesthetic cream can be applied to the most sensitive areas.
The results vary from person to person, but can last on average between 4 and 6 months. By the third or fourth day, some of the effects of the treatment are already visible. However, it is after the first and second weeks that the results are most evident. For a permanent effect, it is recommended to carry out maintenance treatments, always under medical supervision.
What care should be taken after application?
Complications are quite rare when treating wrinkles with botulinum toxin. However, there are some precautions you should take after the application:
- Avoid sun exposure on the day of treatment and for 24 hours, and use sunscreen with factor 50;
- Do not lower your head or make sudden movements in the first 4 hours;
- No physical activity for 24 hours;
- Do not massage the treated area;
- Avoid other aesthetic treatments, such as skin cleansing or exfoliation.
What are the advantages of this treatment?
Contrary to what may be socially understood, botulinum toxin does not fill in wrinkles or give the face an artificial or puffy appearance. In fact, one of its advantages is that it allows for a dynamic
- It has long-lasting results;
- Softens expression lines in a short space of time;
- Prevents wrinkles from becoming creased over the years;
- Keeps you looking younger and more relaxed;
- Can be used preventatively;
- No special preparation required.
In order to enjoy all these benefits, it is important that botulinum toxin is applied under the supervision of specialist doctors and in a properly controlled clinical environment.
At Skin Boutique, you’ll find a team of doctors specializing in Aesthetic Medicine and Dermatology who work with state-of-the-art technologies. These two factors are essential for achieving natural, long-lasting results. If you want to see the practical results of this treatment, visit our website and see the before and after of some clinical cases.
