The Botox Basic's Everyone Should Know

With Botox being one of the most popular cosmetic procedures globally, it is important to understand what it is and how it works. 

Are Botox and Neuromodulators the Same?

The word Botox is used to describe a full host of neuromodulators approved by Health Canada to treat the appearance of wrinkles. Like “Kleenex” is a brand of tissues, Botox is a famous brand name that now has become the “nickname” for all anti-wrinkle injections. Neuromodulators have many brands, Botox is one of them, and each medical aesthetic practice chooses one of them to use that can naturally cause muscle relaxation. 

Why are they popular? 

One of the hallmark signs of aging is fine lines and wrinkles that appear as we get older. One of the most popular and simplest procedures, it is no wonder that many men and women try Botox when first thinking about trying medical aesthetics. With a speedy process and easy recovery, this non-invasive treatment provides great results gradually and noticeably without significant facial expression changes.  

How does it Work?

Wrinkles form over time due to repeated gestures. Common areas where wrinkles form, where Botox can help, are around and between the eyes, forehead, and around the mouth. Similar to water flowing through a canyon, crevices remain with the constant flow of water. As we continually and habitually have certain expressions, lines begin to form because we lose elasticity in our skin as we get older. Eventually, these expression lines become permanent wrinkles.

Neuromodulators work by relaxing those muscles that have worked so hard our entire life to form those wrinkles. By blocking the nerve impulse to that area, the muscle relaxes, and the lines fade. The toxin used in small and diluted amounts is injected directly into specific muscles to weaken them, which smooths the appearance of the lines on the skin. 

Less is More

Women and men are afraid of unnatural or telltale looks of Botox. Natural enhancements are the going desire and overdone injectables are not attractive. Choose a medical aesthetic professional who is skilled and experienced but also clearly understands and supports your goals without evident changes to the face. The best Botox treatment is one that is undetectable to others, except you that is! Smoothing your skin should be a subtle and gentle approach to help you feel and look refreshed and rejuvenated. 

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