Botox is used to smooth wrinkles and improve the overall tone of the skin. Through the relaxation of overactive facial muscles and a reduction in the activity that generates wrinkles, Botox treats and prevents the outward characteristics of facial aging. That said, you shouldn’t appear dramatically different or look frozen as a result.

How Does Botox Work?

OnabotulinumtoxinA, a toxin used in Botox injections, relaxes the face muscles and nerves that are responsible for wrinkles, frown lines, forehead lines, and the like. After some time, Botox injections into the targeted sites will cause the facial muscles to relax enough for wrinkles or facial lines throughout the treated areas to begin to diminish.

Age is But a Number

For some time, Botox has been primarily used by mature patients to soften the face and reduce fine lines. More recently, however, younger generations have turned to this treatment option on “self-care days” for personal maintenance.

Accessibility and societal acceptance are just two of the explanations for the rise in the use of Botox among younger people, but many experts believe there is one primary driver, Social Media. Younger generations spend all day looking at themselves and their peers on their mobile phones, which is also where hashtags such as #preventativebotox have gained attention.

What About the Guys?

Although women have historically used it, more males than ever are finding rejuvenation through this common injectable. For men wishing to enhance their appearance without undergoing surgery, Botox makes a great case as the most popular non-invasive procedure for male patients.

Women and men may choose to use Botox differently; however, several men opt to have injections made in between the brows to minimize frown lines, around the mouth to lessen the appearance of smile lines, the forehead to reduce wrinkles, and around the eyes to smooth away crow’s feet. 

Migraines & Sweating

Botox is mostly used to address wrinkles, but researchers have shown that it can also be effective for a wide range of other ailments. For those who suffer from chronic migraines, Botox has FDA approval to prevent headaches. If you experience headaches that last four hours or longer on 15 or more days per month, your headaches may very well be defined as chronic.

For the purpose of preventing migraines, Botox injections block the nerves in specific regions from communicating pain signals to your brain. Every three months is usually the time frame to receive it. Then again, some patients could get better to the point where no further therapy is required.

Another chronic illness that can lead to physical and mental suffering is excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis). Adults with severe hyperhidrosis who don’t get enough relief from topical medications can use Botox, according to FDA approval. By blocking your nerves from generating a substance that encourages sweating, Botox relieves hyperhidrosis. After an injection, Botox typically reduces sweating for up to 6 to 9 months. As a result, beyond this period of time, repeat dosing is usually prescribed.

It’s Your Time

Instead of “if” someone should have Botox, more people are wondering when the ideal time is to have it done. Starting anti-aging procedures early is advantageous since you can prevent wrinkles from ever forming. If you are considering injectable treatments, now may be the perfect time to start. Begin your path toward skin beauty, call Sienna Med Spa at 323-417-0303 or make an appointment online at www.SiennaMedSpa.com with one of our licensed nurses.