When it comes to the world of beauty and aesthetics, it’s no doubt that SkinPhD Queenswood Quarter is ahead of the game and staying up to date with all the tricks and trends that the beauty industry has to offer. There’s no wonder some of South Africa’s top celebrity personalities trust the SkinPhD brand to treat their beauty and aesthetics needs.
If your frown lines have you feeling down, don’t fret. A quick trip to SkinPhD Queenswood Quarter can take years off your skin as many women and men turn to Botox injections as a way to temporarily reduce fine lines and wrinkles, especially on their face.
“Botox offers a number of physical and psychological benefits to women and men of all ages. If you’re seeking to improve your appearance and look younger without surgery, Botox is a non-invasive injectable that will solve a number of health challenges that come along with ageing. I think the biggest misconception about Botox occurs because people are not educated, they do not have the correct information or knowledge and immediately associate it with celebs that have become “frozen and stiff” which is not the case with most botox patients.” says Mariette.
HOW DOES BOTOX WORK?
Botox Cosmetic is a patented form of purified botulinum toxin, type A. Botox, no matter what condition it’s used for, is considered a neuromodulator. This means that the toxin temporarily paralyzes or “freezes” carefully targeted muscle groups – this is all dependent on the area you want to treat. It works by preventing the muscles from contracting, which will then result in the diminishing undesirable facial wrinkles and smoothens out the skin.
Botox prevents the release of a muscle-activating neurotransmitter called acetylcholine–and briefly stops muscle activity in the targeted area. Nerves do however, slowly regenerate over a period of months, eventually causing the lines to reappear.
Muscle movement will also return over a period of months, but this is a great “touch up” procedure with no scarring or residual damage to the skin or muscle tissue therefore, making it a popular choice of aesthetics for most women over 30.
WHAT ARE THE MAJOR BENEFITS OF BOTOX?
Most patients think that Botox is an injectable treatment primarily used to combat the signs and symptoms of ageing, however, there are many other uses that just might surprise you. Botox can also remedy muscle stiffness and twitching, which can be an effect of several different medical conditions. For any medical references, please consult your doctor.
It must also be highlighted that one of the most beneficial reasons for treating your beauty concerns with botox, is that it also gives you a new sense of self-esteem and positive image.
WHERE DOES BOTOX ORIGINATE FROM?
Botox origins stem from the neurotoxin (clostridium botulinum bacteria) which is sometimes found in soil. It causes botulism, a paralysing food poisoning when ingested.
However, in the 1970s botox was introduced to the medical world as a healing remedy for all sorts of physical ailments. Originally, scientists and researchers experimented with the product to treat crossed eyes. They noticed that it weakened forehead muscles located between the eyes (the glabella) and additionally reduced frowning and brow wrinkling.
In 1989, Botox was approved for medical uses, like the treatment of crossed eyes and relief of neck spasms or contracture. It has furthermore, been FDA-approved for cosmetic “between the brow” (glabella) injection since 2002. Approval for crow’s feet came in 2013, although it has been used for this purpose for many years.
HOW LONG UNTIL I SEE RESULTS?
It takes about 2 weeks for your Botox injections to achieve optimal results. Results last from three to six months before you’ll need to make another appointment.
ANY SIDE EFFECTS?
Botox is widely used for both cosmetic and medical reasons and is usually very well tolerated. Some of the most common side effects of cosmetic Botox include minor pain, swelling and bruising at the injection sites; headache; eyelid dropping and/or double vision; dry eyes or excessive tear production; and rare allergic reactions.
THE COST?
Botox is measured per unit, and it depends on which area you are focusing on in order to determine the amount of units needed. SkinPhD Queenswood Quarter charges R70 per unit.
To make a booking call SkinPhD Queenswood on 087 898 1078
