Botox

Botox smoothes existing wrinkles and stops the creation of new ones. It works by paralyzing the muscles below the skin’s surface, which constantly contract, creasing vulnerable areas of the skin.

The most popular treatment areas are between the eyebrows and around the eyes (crow’s feet). Repeated injections weaken the targeted muscles and can lead to more prolonged benefits with less-frequent treatments.

Botox usually takes effect within 72 hours of the first treatment and the results can last for three to four months. No recovery time is needed. Slight swelling at the injection site should subside within 12 to 24 hours

Its high success rate and relative safety have made Botox the most commonly performed cosmetic procedure in the United States today.