Botox injections are widely used for a variety of cosmetic reasons. In the last few years there has been a significant increase in its use with more and more people seeking to change the way they look and shave off years with this simple and quick treatment. The reason for this primarily lies with how quickly the procedure can be performed, how simple the entire process is, the excellent result and the low cost associated with botox.
Fine lines and wrinkles on the face are a common treatment area for botox; it relaxes the muscles and skin when it is applied. The three main sites most often injected are:
- Forehead wrinkles
- Crow's feet lines around the eyes
- Vertical '11' lines between eyebrows
Forehead wrinkles
Commonly called frown lines, this is probably the most common site amongst the three above where botox is injected. It is natural for frown lines and wrinkles to form here because the forehead muscles are constantly being used and the skin and muscles are constantly under stress. As one of the first signs of aging, it is targeted first. Most troublesome for patients, amongst all facial creases, seem to be the forehead lines. Treatment is simple, quick and effective and requires no anaesthesia. With effects that can last up to 6 months, the crease-free look can be maintained with repeat injections.
Crow's feet lines around the eyes
Fine lines that form at the corners of the eyes due to constant muscle use are referred to as crow's feet. It is an unpleasant but inevitable part of the aging process. Without giving the skin a stretched appearance, Botox injections can effectively reduce these lines and restore the look of young, healthy skin. Crow's feet treatment is the next sought-after treatment. As is the case with other botox treatments, effects can last for a period of up to 6 months following which additional treatments may be required.
Vertical '11' lines
These refer to the two lines between the eyebrows that form when frowning. Botox injections help to smooth them out effectively and reduce the depth of these lines. The procedure takes around 10 to 15 minutes to perform and the results are excellent.
These are the top 3 sites where botox is injected on the face. Botox injections around the mouth may be performed, and there are other sites like chin lifts, although these are much less common.
Conclusion
For excellent cosmetic results that offer younger looking skin free of wrinkles and fine lines, one of the most preferred treatments is still Botox.
Fine lines and wrinkles on the face are a common treatment area for botox; it relaxes the muscles and skin when it is applied. The three main sites most often injected are:
- Forehead wrinkles
- Crow's feet lines around the eyes
- Vertical '11' lines between eyebrows
Forehead wrinkles
Commonly called frown lines, this is probably the most common site amongst the three above where botox is injected. It is natural for frown lines and wrinkles to form here because the forehead muscles are constantly being used and the skin and muscles are constantly under stress. As one of the first signs of aging, it is targeted first. Most troublesome for patients, amongst all facial creases, seem to be the forehead lines. Treatment is simple, quick and effective and requires no anaesthesia. With effects that can last up to 6 months, the crease-free look can be maintained with repeat injections.
Crow's feet lines around the eyes
Fine lines that form at the corners of the eyes due to constant muscle use are referred to as crow's feet. It is an unpleasant but inevitable part of the aging process. Without giving the skin a stretched appearance, Botox injections can effectively reduce these lines and restore the look of young, healthy skin. Crow's feet treatment is the next sought-after treatment. As is the case with other botox treatments, effects can last for a period of up to 6 months following which additional treatments may be required.
Vertical '11' lines
These refer to the two lines between the eyebrows that form when frowning. Botox injections help to smooth them out effectively and reduce the depth of these lines. The procedure takes around 10 to 15 minutes to perform and the results are excellent.
These are the top 3 sites where botox is injected on the face. Botox injections around the mouth may be performed, and there are other sites like chin lifts, although these are much less common.
Conclusion
For excellent cosmetic results that offer younger looking skin free of wrinkles and fine lines, one of the most preferred treatments is still Botox.
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