Botulinum toxin injections

Botulinum toxin blocks the transmission of nerve impulses in the injection zone. Due to the relaxation and immobilization of muscles, the effect of rejuvenation and smoothing of wrinkles occurs. With the help of this preparation, it is possible to smooth out the eyebrow zone, wrinkles on the forehead, wrinkles around the eyes, neck platysma, raise eyebrows, open eyes.

What is Botox?

Botox is the first drug based on pure botulinum toxin. It is used to combat wrinkles, face lifting, eliminate nervous tic. Production – USA.

Dysport is a botulinum toxin-based drug supplemented with human albumin and lactose. Production – France.

Xeomin is a German drug based on pure neurotoxin, synthesized in 2001 (the newest botulinum toxin drug, which takes into account and eradicates all the drawbacks of the previous ones). Unlike Botox and Dysport, it does not contain complexing proteins. Therefore, the risk of an allergic reaction is minimal, and addiction to the drug is excluded (thus, the duration of the drug does not decrease with time). Effective for combating all types of facial wrinkles, as well as increased sweating.

Which is better: Botox, Dysport or Xeomin?

What wrinkles can be smoothed out with botulinum toxin injections?

Botox injections act only on facial wrinkles. These are age-related changes that appear in areas with high activity of the facial muscles (in the corners of the eyes, vertical near the mouth, eyebrows, etc.). With each movement, the skin gathers in folds, at rest – it relaxes.
The smoothing speed depends on the concentration of collagen and elastin, the presence of moisture in the dermis. After 25 years, the skin becomes drier and less elastic, which leads to the formation of wrinkles in the form of creases and indentations.
Important: Botox injections are effective only with facial wrinkles. They do not act on gravitational changes.

The consequences of Botox injections

Possible complications after Botox injections

Negative consequences after Botox injections are due to a cosmetologist or patients violating the rules of recovery. Due to the fault of unskilled doctors, including cosmetologists without a higher medical education, there are:
● A wry smile. The phenomenon appears due to asymmetric relaxation of the muscles of the left and right parts of the face.
● Problematic articulation. It occurs with partial paralysis of the muscular apparatus of the larynx.
● Difficulty in eating and swallowing food. It occurs due to a violation of the dosage of the drug or the protocol for the introduction of Botox into the area of the nasolabial folds.
● The omission of the eyelids and eyebrows, or ptosis. The phenomenon occurs with excessive administration of the drug. Botulinum toxin is not a substance that the more you inject, the longer the result. Due to the excess volume of the drug, the forehead muscles relax excessively and sink into the eyes, causing ptosis.
● Slow or fast heart rate. With the wrong dosage, violations of the rules of the protocol of preparation for the procedure, non-compliance with the rules of sterility.
● Headaches. They occur in 2-3% of cases due to the unusual distribution of the load on the muscles of the face.
● “Frozen face effect” or “mask”. The complete absence of facial expressions looks strange and frightening. Therefore, during the initial consultation with a cosmetologist, specify exactly what effect you want: youth and naturalness or complete muscle relaxation. For the first option, Xeomin injections are advised. In a total fight with facial wrinkles, Botox and Dysport injections guarantee complete statics.In order to avoid negative consequences after injections with botulinum toxin, we advise you to carefully choose a beautician and clinic, pre-read customer reviews. Botulinum toxin injection is not a procedure that can be performed in the corner of a manicure room or in an apartment by a specialist who has completed three-week courses. This is a serious invasive procedure that requires knowledge of anatomy, neurology, and the availability of a medical education. Therefore, we advise you to contact the specialists of “ANACOSMA”.

How long is the Botox duration?

Botox, Dysport, Xeomin are valid up to 6 months. During this time, it is gradually eliminated from the body, muscle fibers return the ability to contract and conduct impulses.
The negative effects of botulinum toxin can be removed. For this, the client goes to the beautician. The specialist, depending on the area, the severity of the situation, intends:
● lymphatic drainage massage manual or hardware. Mechanical action on the zone activates blood circulation and metabolism. Botox begins to be eliminated several times faster. 2 sessions per week lasting 40 minutes are prescribed. Course includes 5 procedures;
● mesotherapy. Microinjections with biologically active drugs are injected into the problem area. They neutralize the effects of botox and restore mobility;
● warming compresses and masks. Heating the area with Botox accelerates blood circulation. The drug begins to decompose faster and excreted by the body. Depending on the type of skin, age of the patient and location, tonic, soothing or anti-aging compositions are selected. A mask or compress is applied to the cleansed skin. Put a cling film on top and then a warm terry towel. A steamed face with enlarged pores actively absorbs components, blood circulation is activated.
The main thing with signs of complication is to consult a doctor immediately. Additionally, the cosmetologist, after consulting with the therapist, may prescribe medications for the rapid removal of botulinum toxin. For example, diuretics.

Olga Khusid