There are many cosmetic reasons for which Botox injections are widely used. 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. It is popular because the procedure is done so quickly, the entire process is simple, it does not cost a lot, and offers excellent results.
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. The forehead muscles are constantly being used and the skin and muscles are constantly under stress, so it is natural for frown lines and wrinkles to form. As one of the first signs of aging, it is targeted first. And patients also seem to find forehead lines the most troublesome amongst all facial creases. This simple, quick and effective treatment does not even require 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
Due to constant muscle use, fine lines form at the corners of the eyes - these are referred to as crow's feet. As a sign of aging, it is unfortunate yet unavoidable. 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. Just like other botox treatments, the results can take effect for up to 6 months, and additional treatments may be required after that.
Vertical '11' lines
These refer to the two lines between the eyebrows that form when frowning. The depth of these lines can be reduced with Botox injections, and effectively smoothed out. The results of this 10-15 minute procedure are excellent.
Botox is most often injected on the face into these top 3 sites. There are other sites such as chin lifts and botox injections around the mouth that may be performed, but these are a lot rarer.
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. The forehead muscles are constantly being used and the skin and muscles are constantly under stress, so it is natural for frown lines and wrinkles to form. As one of the first signs of aging, it is targeted first. And patients also seem to find forehead lines the most troublesome amongst all facial creases. This simple, quick and effective treatment does not even require 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
Due to constant muscle use, fine lines form at the corners of the eyes - these are referred to as crow's feet. As a sign of aging, it is unfortunate yet unavoidable. 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. Just like other botox treatments, the results can take effect for up to 6 months, and additional treatments may be required after that.
Vertical '11' lines
These refer to the two lines between the eyebrows that form when frowning. The depth of these lines can be reduced with Botox injections, and effectively smoothed out. The results of this 10-15 minute procedure are excellent.
Botox is most often injected on the face into these top 3 sites. There are other sites such as chin lifts and botox injections around the mouth that may be performed, but these are a lot rarer.
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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