Procedure Time
Pain
Anaesthetic
Side Effects
Recovery Time
Results
Duration of Results
Cost
15-20 minutes
None to mild
None
Slight swelling and bruising
1-3 days
2 weeks post injection
3-6 months
From £100
Botulinum toxin temporarily blocks the nerve impulses to the muscles, preventing them from contracting. As a result, the skin in this area is not creased repeatedly. This lack of contraction softens existing lines and wrinkles as well as preventing further lines and wrinkles from forming.
Yes, it can be used as a preventative treatment.
Muscles shorten when they contract in the face. This causes the skin on top to crease. Over time, these creases begin to form fine lines and get deeper.
Anti-wrinkle injections administered twice a year will prevent these muscles from contracting for the majority of the year, allowing the skin on top some respite and non-movement. This prevents the formation of fine lines and wrinkles.
Forehead lines, frown lines, crow’s feet, brow lift and sweating.
Results can last up to 3-6 months after treatment.
Of course, each client is different and lifestyle factors can play a role in how the botulinum toxin is metabolised between different individuals.
It is not painful due to the small size of needle. Clients rarely report any discomfort.