Tips to make your Botox last
If you want to turn back the hands of time and reduce the appearance of facial wrinkles, you’ve probably considered Botox.
This wildly popular injection prevents and smooths wrinkles around the eyes, between the eyebrows, on the forehead and other areas of the face. Most men and women can expect visibly smoother skin for about 3-4 months following injections.
In order to achieve longer-lasting results, the experts at ZO Skin Centre Dallas offer tips to extend the benefits of your Botox.
Basics of BOTOX
The brand name for a purified strain of Botulinum toxin, BOTOX is a protein that occurs naturally. When small quantities are injected into targeted areas of the face, it blocks nerve signals that are sent to the muscles. This causes the muscles to become relaxed and temporarily unable to tighten or contract. It also makes it more difficult to perform the repetitive movements that cause dynamic wrinkles, such as furrowing the brow, frowning, and squinting. As a result, the appearance of lines and wrinkles may be visibly reduced, especially among patients in their 40s and 50s. However, Botox also can be effective for those in their 30s by preventing wrinkles from forming in the first place.
Schedule regular treatments
Women and men who regularly schedule Botox injections will keep their facial muscles in a weakened state and are unable to perform wrinkle-causing movements. By delaying treatments for weeks or months, the muscles can begin to return to their previous strength. This also may impact the results that can be achieved during your future rounds of injections. However, it also is important not to overdo Botox treatments as the muscles can actually begin to develop some immunity against its powerful effects. In general, it is recommended that patients schedule their treatments about every three months, which will allow time for the effects of BOTOX to wear off but not so much that the muscles begin to rebuild their strength.
Stay out of the sun
This is easier said than done in North Texas. However, it is important to remember that excessive sun exposure causes damage to the skin and accelerates the aging process even after you’ve undergone BOTOX treatments. When you’re outdoors, be sure to use sunscreen and wear a hat in order to help your skin retain a smooth, youthful appearance.
Hold off on exercise
It is a wise idea to skip going to the gym during the hours immediately following your treatment. Wait at least a day following your BOTOX injections before resuming your exercise routine. Here’s why: Working out causes circulation in the face to increase. This can result in the absorption of BOTOX in other areas that were not intended to be treated. Also, rigorous physical activity and sweating may cause some Dallas patients to metabolize the wrinkle-reducing medication more quickly. Forgoing exercise may seem counterproductive, but by sweating less you may actually be able to enjoy the results of your injections for a longer amount of time.
Select an experienced physician
Countless Dallas doctors perform BOTOX injections. However, seeking out a physician or center that specializes in the treatments can make all the difference when it comes to receiving high-quality care and an excellent outcome. Although it is a noninvasive procedure, complications can arise during treatments, especially if dosage levels are incorrect or the injection is placed into the incorrect muscles. The experts at ZO Skin Centre are extremely experienced in performing BOTOX treatments. Their knowledge is unparalleled, especially in terms of understanding precisely how much BOTOX is required and where on the face injections should be performed in order to achieve optimal age-defying and longer-lasting results.
Think zinc
It is widely known that the trace mineral zinc is effective for assisting BOTOX treatments in working faster and lasting longer. This is because BOTOX requires zinc to perform as a neurotoxin and temporarily paralyze the nerves that prevent facial muscles from performing wrinkle-inducing movements. The nutritional supplement Zytaze can help patients of ZO Skin Centre in Dallas, TX experience quicker results following their BOTOX treatments. It also can cause those results to be visible for up to 30% longer than they would be otherwise. It is best to begin taking Zytaze a few days prior to your injections and continue for several days following treatment. Zinc supplements, which may be more widely available, can be substituted for Zytaze and may be equally as effective.
Pair it up
By pairing BOTOX with other cosmetic treatments, it is possible to extend the results of your injections. For example, at ZO Skin Centre, BOTOX, dermal filler injections, and other noninvasive treatments usually can be performed during the same appointments.
Express yourself
It is a misconception that BOTOX injections freeze your face, making it impossible to raise your eyebrows, crinkle your nose or frown. The fact is, it merely becomes more difficult for the muscles to perform these movements and for wrinkles to form. However, there is no reason to avoid squinting, laughing, or otherwise displaying expressions on your face following treatments. In fact, intentionally moving areas that have been treated may actually boost the effects of BOTOX versus keeping the face immobile. So, go ahead and smile.
Are you ready to get rid of wrinkles?
BOTOX is one of the most popular options for achieving the smoother, younger-looking skin that men and women in Dallas desire. This tried-and-true treatment is effective for preventing wrinkles as well as for reducing the appearance of lines that form over the course of a lifetime. With guidance from the experts at ZO Skin Centre, the spectacular results of BOTOX treatments can be extended so that they may be enjoyed for as long as possible. Schedule an appointment today to learn more.
* All information subject to change. Images may contain models. Individual results are not guaranteed and may vary.
