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Botulinum toxin is a natural, purified protein that was initially developed as a way to treat eye problems like excessive blinking and strabismus. It quickly developed a reputation in the cosmetic world when it was discovered to reduce wrinkles and fine lines. But that was only the beginning. Today, doctors are using Botulinum toxin for everything from migraines to depression, and it remains a popular non-surgical cosmetic technique.
Botulinum toxin causes controlled weakening of specific muscles by blocking signals between nerves and muscles. The injected muscle no longer contracts, causing the overlying skin to relax and soften as well. New lines are also prevented from forming. More recently, Botulinum toxin is also being injected into the skin, rather than the muscles, to stimulate collagen growth.
Prevalent areas to use Botulinum toxin for cosmetic enhancement include:
– Wrinkles and lines – to smooth the skin on the forehead, brow area and eye area and prevent new wrinkles from forming
– Jaw slimming – to slim the jawline by reducing the size of the jaw muscles, resulting in a more feminine oval face shape
– Sagging Jaws – to lift and tighten loose skin in the lower face that begins to drop due to gravity and long-term high-impact sports activity
– Neck – to reduce horizontal and vertical lines in the neck
– Entire face i.e. a Botulinum toxin Facelift – to stimulate collagen for an lifting and tightening effect all over the whole face