Botox injections are frequently used for many cosmetic applications. 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.
Botox is most often applied to the facial muscles and skin, and helps them relax, taking away fine lines and wrinkles. The most commonly injected sites include:
- 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. It is natural for frown lines and wrinkles to form here because the forehead muscles are constantly being used and the skin and muscles are constantly under stress. As one of the first signs of aging, it is targeted first. Forehead lines seem to be the most troublesome amongst all facial creases for patients. This simple, quick and effective treatment does not even require anaesthesia. Repeat injections are usually required to preserve the crease-free look, but effects can last up to 6 months.
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. It is an unfortunate yet unavoidable sign of ageing. Botox injections restore the look of younger, healthier skin by effectively reducing these lines, all without giving the skin a stretched appearance. Crow's feet treatment is the next sought-after treatment. As is the case with other botox treatments, effects can last for a period of up to 6 months following which additional treatments may be required.
Vertical '11' lines
The two lines between the eyebrows that form when frowning are called vertical '11' lines. Botox injections help to smooth them out effectively and reduce the depth of these lines. The procedure takes around 10 to 15 minutes to perform and the results are excellent.
These are the top 3 sites where botox is injected on the face. 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
Botox still remains one of the most preferred treatments when it comes to achieving great cosmetic results that will result in younger looking skin devoid of fine lines and wrinkles.
Botox is most often applied to the facial muscles and skin, and helps them relax, taking away fine lines and wrinkles. The most commonly injected sites include:
- 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. It is natural for frown lines and wrinkles to form here because the forehead muscles are constantly being used and the skin and muscles are constantly under stress. As one of the first signs of aging, it is targeted first. Forehead lines seem to be the most troublesome amongst all facial creases for patients. This simple, quick and effective treatment does not even require anaesthesia. Repeat injections are usually required to preserve the crease-free look, but effects can last up to 6 months.
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. It is an unfortunate yet unavoidable sign of ageing. Botox injections restore the look of younger, healthier skin by effectively reducing these lines, all without giving the skin a stretched appearance. Crow's feet treatment is the next sought-after treatment. As is the case with other botox treatments, effects can last for a period of up to 6 months following which additional treatments may be required.
Vertical '11' lines
The two lines between the eyebrows that form when frowning are called vertical '11' lines. Botox injections help to smooth them out effectively and reduce the depth of these lines. The procedure takes around 10 to 15 minutes to perform and the results are excellent.
These are the top 3 sites where botox is injected on the face. 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
Botox still remains one of the most preferred treatments when it comes to achieving great cosmetic results that will result in younger looking skin devoid of fine lines and wrinkles.
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