What’s the Difference Between Botox and Meso Botox?
It is easy to understand why many doctors and patients trust botulinum toxin or Botox for smoothing wrinkles. Apart from it being safe and effective (backed by years of research and US FDA-approved for three areas), the neurotoxin can also give you a rejuvenated appearance and even boost your self-esteem. Typically, Botox is injected into the muscles to weaken the facial muscles and smooth the wrinkles. It can, however, be injected superficially in a procedure called Meso Botox. The goal of this technique is not to completely smooth out wrinkles, but to give the skin a refreshed, shine-free, and glowing appearance. Continue reading as we discuss more about Botox and how it works differently when it is injected superficially or into the top layer of the skin. Fast facts about Botox® Cosmetic • • • • • •
It is used to smooth lines and wrinkles formed due to repetitive facial expressions Botox is a neuromodulator made from a neurotoxin produced by the bacterium called Clostridium botulinum. It is US FDA-approved for three treatment areas: forehead, frown lines (between the brows), and crow’s feet (lines in the corner of the eyes). Botox works by blocking the signal from a nerve to a muscle, which temporarily paralyzes the muscles responsible for wrinkles. The initial effects can be seen after three to four days, but full results appear after 14 days. It generally lasts for three to four months, but can be longer (up to six months) in some patients.
Botox and natural-looking results Botox is safe, effective, and can give you natural-looking results provided that you get the treatment from a certified and experienced injector. Less is also more with this neurotoxin, which is why you should start with minimal doses, especially if it’s your first-time getting Botox. Those who are hesitant to get the treatment are mostly worried about looking plastic or frozen. This can happen, only if you skimp on Botox (heavy discounts/too good to be true deals), go to an unqualified injector, or if your provider used too much Botox during a treatment. Check out our previous post for tips on how to avoid bad Botox. What is Meso Botox? As previously mentioned, Meso Botox is a technique for injecting Botox (or similar products) superficially all over the face. As it isn’t injected into the muscles, this means that it won’t affect the facial muscles or control your facial expressions. It won’t temporarily weaken or freeze the muscles to get rid of lines and wrinkles