Botulinum toxin, known as Botox®, has revolutionized ageing care. This treatment softens the first signs of ageing in a minimally invasive, quick and safe way. Used for over two decades in Aesthetic Medicine, Botox® reduces muscle contraction, resulting in a more relaxed and natural look. The effects are long-lasting and increase the self-esteem and confidence of many patients.
In this article, we’ll tell you about the power of Botox® in wrinkle care, listing some of its main benefits.
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How does Botox® work to treat wrinkles?
The skin begins to show its first expression lines around the age of 30, when there is a natural loss of collagen and hyaluronic acid in the body. At this stage, small creases appear around the eyes, forehead and around the mouth.
Although there is no specific age to start using botulinum toxin, it is recommended to apply this treatment before the first signs of ageing appear. The ideal time varies from person to person and depends on the characteristics of the skin and daily habits.
Consulting a team specializing in Aesthetic Medicine helps to assess the condition of the skin and to preventively apply Botox® at strategic points. This reduces the strength of the muscles and prevents expression lines from forming or worsening.
3 Benefits of botulinum toxin
The application of Botox® has many benefits for facial skin. Here are the three points that make this treatment so popular with those who want to take care of their appearance.
1. Soften expression lines
Over time, expression lines become more pronounced due to repeated facial movements. This can be a problem for many people, especially when they turn into deep wrinkles. Whether on the forehead, between the eyebrows, at the corners of the eyes, or on the bridge of the nose, ageing skin can cause discomfort.
Botox® softens these expression lines before they become deep, giving you smoother, softer skin after the very first session. This is an excellent option for those looking to achieve slower, more controlled skin aging.
2. Prevent the formation of new wrinkles
Botulinum toxin not only softens existing lines but also prevents new wrinkles from forming. By relaxing the muscles in specific areas, Botox® prevents repeated facial movements from creating new creases. Applying Botox® preventively in areas prone to developing wrinkles can result in a more youthful appearance in the long term.
3. Discreet and natural results
There is a myth that Botox® deforms and paralyzes the face. In reality, this is false. Botulinum toxin should not be applied to certain areas, such as the cheekbones. However, when injected into the correct regions—like the forehead, crow’s feet, and the bridge of the nose—at the right dose by a specialized medical professional, the results are discreet and natural.
Botox® has established itself as an essential treatment in the fight against wrinkles. When applied by a specialized team, it makes the skin look younger and more revitalized, while contributing to the patient’s physical and emotional well-being.
If you want to give your face a boost of youthfulness and lightness, check out the Skin Boutique website to find out more about this and other procedures that help keep the skin of the face cared for and healthy.
You can count on a team of women—doctors from various fields, including Aesthetic Medicine and Dermatology—to take care of your beauty and well-being at our clinics in Lisbon and Porto.
