Botox is a toxin that is produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. You can get it injected into muscles to prevent them from contracting in. This “paralyzes” the muscle and prevents wrinkles from forming along with other benefits. Botox has been approved for cosmetic use in the United States since 2002 and is one of the most popular non-surgical procedures performed each year. This article will look at some of the pros of getting Botox!
Removes Wrinkles
As we age, our skin loses elasticity. The loss of elasticity makes the muscles underneath the skin’s surface contract, creating more prominent wrinkles as you get older. Wrinkles can come from other factors, too, including sun exposure! Stress and smoking also worsen wrinkles. Botox can help counter the effects of age on your skin by paralyzing these muscles that cause wrinkles. As well as stopping new wrinkles from forming, Botox in small doses can also reduce the appearance of existing ones.
Reduces Sweating & Excessive Blushing
If you suffer from excessive sweating or blushing, Botox can help. Getting Botox injected into the muscles that cause sweating and blushing freezes these muscles. Doing this reduces the amount of sweat your glands produce and eliminates redness in your face due to facial flushing (facial blushing). If you sweat from your underarms or your hands, Botox can be injected into these areas to prevent sweating as well. However, you should be aware that it can take 3-4 months and a couple of injections for your body to stop sweating as much.
Decreases Appearance Of Crows Feet
When skin loses its elasticity, it makes the skin around the eyes tend to sag and form wrinkles (crow’s feet). You can get Botox injected into this area of your face to prevent these wrinkles from forming. By paralyzing the muscles that cause these wrinkles, you can prevent them from appearing. Although Botox cannot completely remove these existing crow’s feet, it can significantly reduce their appearance and length.
Correct A Gummy Smile
A gummy smile is when the upper lip retracts over the teeth, creating a small “hole” in the smile. One of the causes of this condition is an overactive muscle that pulls up on your top lip. This causes your top lip to cover too much of your upper gums and teeth. Botox can be injected into this muscle to relax it and prevent it from pulling up on your upper lip, which can significantly reduce the look of a gummy smile.
Prevent Contractions Of Risorius Muscle
The risorius muscle is not commonly known, but it does contribute to wrinkles in some people. If you have an overactive risorius muscle, it can cause your lips to pull horizontally towards your ears. You can get Botox injected around your risorius muscle to paralyze it and prevent this from occurring. This will prevent your lips from pulling towards your ears and creating unwanted wrinkles.
