Ever wondered what it's like to get injected with Botox? 32 year-old Zoe books an appointment to get rid of the "eleven" lines between her brows and the horizontal creases running across her forehead. But instead of Botox, Beverly Hills dermatologist Dr. Ronald Moy (President Elect of the American Academy of Dermatology) recommends Dysport for Zoe because "it works faster, there are studies that show it gives better results around the eyes, and is usually less expensive than Botox," he says.
Dr. Moy also explains that Dysport is a strain of the botulism toxin (just like Botox). Here's how they both work: Injecting the toxin into the skin temporarily paralyzes the muscles. When the muscles don't contract, they can't cause creasing, which is why Botox and Dysport also work for wrinkle prevention. So unless your lines are super deep, relaxing your muscles will automatically smooth out any wrinkles in the injection areas. This effect lasts for about 60-90 days, estimates Dr. Moy, and wears off gradually.
Pain should be very very minimal and price depends on where you go for our treatment. Whether it's Botox or Dysport, Beautylish recommends seeing a board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon. A dentist may be able to give you the injection too, but dermatologists and plastic surgeons are experts on the face and skin. And if you're worried about having a frozen face (like some celebrities who may love Botox a little too much), you should definitely see an expert—ask for a conservative treatment that still lets you move your brows. You wouldn't go to a foot specialist for a root canal, right? So why would you risk your face to just any doctor or nurse? Check out the video for a play-by-play of Zoe's anti-wrinkle injection experience!
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Aug 15, 2011
Denise E.
I work for Dr.'s Rodan + Fields they would recommend botox but have said the new Anti-Age with AMP MD delivers results that they have only seen with botox. I think I will stick with the AMP micro-derm acupuncture needles!!
Aug 10, 2011
Carlos B.
You wanna know something interesting. So coming from a mexican family we sweat...a lot. My grandmother said that when she was younger she got botox injected into her armpits to stop the glands from sweating. It's kind of interesting what tricks you can do for stopping swampy pits.
The bad thing is that if you do it you don't let your body release toxins when you sweat and its common that women who get botox in their pits get breast cancer. Luckily my nana is still alive but I was reading up on that. It's pretty crazy.
What are your thoughts on botox in the pits?
Aug 10, 2011
Sharon G.
I've had Botox and it's the BEST!!!! It is very pricey, but your guaranteed results! I only go to my doctor to have it done......way to scared to go to someone who might be cheaper....it's not worth the risk! Only down side.....is that once it wears off......you better make sure you have the cash to have it done again.....it's so easy to get used to your "smooth" look.
But has anyone heard of the serum "freeze frame". It's new here, was originally from Australia, and it works like Botox, yet it's a serum u put on your wrinkles and it "tightens" your wrinkles, and claims that after 28 days, it actually reduces wrinkles by 63%. I've been using it for the last 4 days.....and I DEFINITELY see a difference in my 11 wrinkles on my brow and my crows feet. So if anyone has used this serum......please let me know what your experiences are or were!
Many thnx x
Aug 10, 2011
Everist W.
I totally down for any one who wants to enchance their appearance.
Aug 10, 2011
Nu Nu Dollie N.
I wouldn't get botox for vanity reasons, but my doc has recommended it for my migraines... I'm not sure what I'll do yet, but I love the little wrinkles I have, esp the ones around my eyes. They give my face character. A frozen face isn't genuine, but that is just my opinion.
Aug 10, 2011
Macayla K.
iThink thats stupid.. why would someone ruin nautrall beauty for anyone.. like people look just fine without it.. and you look fake with it so that why theres CREAMS AND STUFF like thtt.
Aug 09, 2011
Andrea G.
Yes! I totally would in the future! :D This is awesome, thanks!
Aug 09, 2011
Bney L.
Yes, it is such a good idea to inject toxins into our bodies -.-
Aug 09, 2011
irmita G.
I will love to get Botox in my forehead.. in the near further... but yes i invest in more time reading about it.. jejejjee...
Aug 09, 2011
Melissa S.
I will not get Botox! You are putting botulism into your body!