BOTOX® Cosmetic is a neuromodulator that can reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by stopping the contraction of the underlying muscle. Every person’s body reacts differently to BOTOX and a variety of factors can affect how long the results last.
The medication works by binding to nerve endings temporarily to prevent the release of a neurotransmitter (chemical) called acetylcholine. This stops the muscles from contracting and prevents the formation of dynamic wrinkles. These wrinkles form over areas of facial expression, such as around the mouth and eyes.
You should consult with the staff at KM Plastic Surgery to get personalized advice to maximize the longevity of your BOTOX effects. Using a combination of skincare, lifestyle adjustments, and follow-up treatments can help preserve your results.
In the first 24 to 48 hours after treatment, you should avoid rubbing, itching, or massaging the area that was injected. This can help prevent the spread of the medication to other muscles and keep the medication exactly where it belongs, so you get the intended results.
After BOTOX® Cosmetic injections, your injector will give you post-treatment instructions, including activity restrictions, skin care recommendations, and instructions to avoid touching the treated area. It is important to follow these instructions carefully, as they will reduce the potential for complications and preserve your BOTOX results.
Drinking plenty of water helps to improve overall hydration. By maintaining good hydration, you help support skin health and elasticity, which can potentially extend the effects of BOTOX® Cosmetic. Talk to your injector about the topical options to help keep your skin hydrated, including serums like hyaluronic acid or specific moisturizers that work well for your skin type.
A gentle, high-quality skin care product can help keep the skin hydrated, enhance the treatment’s effects, and slow the visible signs of aging. Talk to our staff about the type of skin care products they recommend, including those with hyaluronic acid.
Part of your skincare routine is protecting your skin from the UV rays of the sun. Exposure can accelerate skin age and may shorten the duration of BOTOX® Cosmetic results. Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen SPF 30 daily, whether you are outside or sitting in front of a large window. While standard window glass typically blocks most UVB rays associated with sunburn, it does not stop UVA rays that penetrate the skin more deeply and are associated with skin aging and wrinkling.
Nicotine accelerates skin aging and can potentially diminish the effects of BOTOX® Cosmetic. Quitting smoking can help you maintain the results longer. This includes not only tobacco but also nicotine delivery systems such as vaping, gum, and patches.
It negatively impacts overall health and can affect how long BOTOX® Cosmetic results last when your skin is dehydrated and loses elasticity.
High stress levels impact your skin’s health and appearance and increase your dynamic facial expressions, affecting how quickly your body metabolizes BOTOX® Cosmetic. Stress-reducing activities and avoiding stressful situations when possible could preserve your results by keeping your skin healthy. Consider yoga, meditation, exercise, journaling, and spending time with your pet as ways to help lower your stress level.
When you follow your injector’s recommended schedule for touch-ups, you can help preserve the desired effects. Some people find that with more frequent use, the results of their BOTOX® Cosmetic injections last longer. However, more is not better. Getting injections too frequently can trigger the development of antibodies that make your muscles resistant to the drug.
BOTOX is an FDA-approved injection with proven medical and cosmetic results for over a decade. By reducing wrinkles, smoothing fine lines, and preventing new signs of aging, BOTOX can help boost your confidence and improve your appearance. Extending the results can sometimes be as simple as choosing the right plastic surgeon, maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine, and a skincare regimen tailored to your skin type.
Our expert injectors could help you achieve your aesthetic goals with BOTOX or other non-surgical procedures. Call us today and schedule an appointment.
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