Botox injections are a quick, easy, and virtually painless treatment with good esthetic results. If you are looking for a treatment to make you look younger, Botox is a top choice. But even in optimal situations, the results from Botox injections are still only temporary.
So how long does Botox last? Well, it depends slightly from individual to individual. Typical results from Botox injections last between 3 and 4 months. Below you will find some helpful tips that can possibly extend the life of your Botox injections:
Skin Protection
It is vital to wear sunscreen to protect your fragile skin from the sun’s harmful rays. Wearing sunglasses can help to prevent squinting and hats can be worn for an extra layer of protection from the sun.
Skin Pampering
A daily skin regimen including topical anti-aging creams can help keep your skin supple and smooth.
Look for beauty products with retinol or peptides which are designed to promote the production of collagen. Moisturizers will keep your skin hydrated, doubly important if you live in a dry climate.
Dial Down Exercise Intensity
Maintaining an intense exercise program tends to speed up your metabolic rate, even causing some inflammation in your body (including your face). While maintaining a healthy lifestyle is of great importance, those who exercise more aggressively tend to return for Botox injections sooner rather than those exercising less intensely.
STAY HYDRATED & EAT NUTRITIOUSLY
While water will not prevent wrinkles, staying hydrated gives an overall increase to your health,. It is vital to stay hydrated following Botox treatments, as dehydration can lead to a quicker return of fine lines and wrinkles.
Maintaining a healthy, balanced diet may also lengthen the time between Botox injections. Limiting processed foods and sugars will also improve the health of your skin. Foods that include healthy fats help hydration and are a crucial component of healthy skin.
NO SMOKING
Smoking is known to prematurely age your skin and causes wrinkles and fine lines around your mouth. That means smokers will be on an accelerated schedule for additional Botox injections between treatments.
GET PLENTY OF SLEEP
Stress-related facial expressions, like frowning, can affect your Botox treatment longevity. Try to manage your stress to prolong your Botox injections, whether deep breathing through meditation, gentle exercise, or relaxing to your favorite music.
Getting enough sleep is also essential. When you rest, your skin rests.
With Botox treatments, there are good cosmetic effects and possibly unappealing side effects. When botox is applied correctly, your dentist should customize it for each person’s face. The practitioner must consider the facial muscles used the most, a person’s job, facial features, and personal desires and preferences.
“Great Botox” requires training, experience, steady hands, listening to and acknowledging patient’s needs, the eye of an artist, and the innate ability to understand proper facial balance.
The bottom line is, Botox injections is not a cookie-cutter one size fits all procedure. The right botox injector can create a marvelously natural look that makes you more refreshed and relaxed looking. In my opinion, the ultimate Botox application is minimal or reduced wrinkles, but with maximum facial expressions!