Why do some people look older after Botox?

"Botox is a neurotoxin that paralyzes the muscle. After people use it, they start losing volume in their face, and that accelerates the appearance of aging."

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Does Botox eventually make you look older?

As top dermatologist David Colbert, M.D. is quick to note, however, too much Botox and filler distorts the face and as a result will make you appear older.

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Why do my wrinkles look worse after Botox?

When people see lines forming after BOTOX wears off, they assume treatment made their wrinkles worse. Actually, your face simply returns back to its natural state. No new wrinkles or lines are ever caused by these injections.

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Why do people look weird after Botox?

This is a side effect of Botox treatments, which can be caused by having an injection done too close to your eyebrows, which pushes them down and in turn, makes your eyelids droopy and puffy.

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Do younger people need less Botox?

“Someone who has been doing Botox all along, they won't develop those lines and they can delay or prevent less aggressive procedures,” he said. Botox is cheaper for younger patients, as less of the drug is needed for the injection.

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WHY BOTOX MAY BE AGING YOUR FACE // Dr Rajani

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Is there a downside to Botox?

Nausea. Redness. Temporary facial weakness or drooping. In rare instances, the botulinum toxin may spread beyond the treatment area, causing botulism-like signs and symptoms such as breathing problems, trouble swallowing, muscle weakness and slurred speech.

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What is the ideal age for Botox?

Patients must be 18 years or older to be able to get Botox. However, most experts agree that in most cases, patients at a good age for preventative Botox treatment are those in their mid-late 20s and early 30s who are prone to wrinkles.

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How can you tell someone has had Botox?

4 Tell-Tale Signs You've Had BOTOX® (and How to Avoid Them)
  • Overarched Eyebrows. Brows that resemble Mr. ...
  • Immobile Forehead. The secret to keeping your face looking as natural and refreshed as possible is using just the right amount of BOTOX®. ...
  • Bunny Nose. ...
  • Bruising.

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Do you look worse when you stop Botox?

If you stop BOTOX treatments after many years of regular injections, the only effect will be that your wrinkles will return, albeit a bit more slowly than if you had not been using BOTOX. It's true: Even after you stop, you will still look younger than you would have if you had never been injected.

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Does Botox ever look natural?

One of the most common misconceptions about BOTOX and other injectable wrinkle relaxers is that using these products will make the patient appear frozen, plastic, or overly tight. In reality, the enhancements made with BOTOX injections can look exceptionally natural when performed by an experienced injector.

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Does Botox cause face to sag?

Answer: No, BOTOX Reduces Sagging

BOTOX works by relaxing facial muscles, but that won't lead to sagging or the loss of elasticity. In fact, the opposite is true. The constant contraction of facial muscles causes our skin to move.

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How long does it take for wrinkles to smooth out after Botox?

It takes approximately 5 – 7 days for patients to notice BOTOX injection results. Treatment results can last up to 3 – 4 months, depending on the patient and adherence to recovery recommendations.

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How long do you look weird after Botox?

Take it slow for the first few days and try to avoid any physical contact with the injection areas. Over the next two to three weeks, any swelling and bruising should disappear, and you'll notice the reduced appearance of wrinkles and facial lines.

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How do you prevent Botox from aging?

Botox injections are applied directly underneath your skin. As an anti-aging procedure, Botox works by relaxing muscles in your face. These muscles contract when you smile, talk, or laugh, which can lead to wrinkles and other skin changes over time. Botox reduces these effects, making your skin smooth.

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Why does Botox cause shiny forehead?

Why Does Botox Make Your Forehead Shiny? Light naturally reflects off of smooth surfaces, so the smoother your skin, the more light will bounce. Botox injections smooth the skin, which can cause it to appear shinier, especially if it is overdone.

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What happens if you get Botox once and stop?

Many people worry that if they stop getting BOTOX injections, their wrinkles will come back faster and worse than before. However, this is not the case. If you stop BOTOX injections, your wrinkles will slowly start to come back, but slower than if you had never used BOTOX to begin with.

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Will my skin sag if I stop Botox?

Answer: Will Botox cause the skin to sag? Botox acts by paralyzing the muscles in a given area, causing wrinkles to smooth. Once the effects of the Botox wear off, the patient will appear the same as they did prior to the treatment. Prolonged treatments will not cause sagging of the skin.

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Should you try not to frown after Botox?

It's highly recommended that you move your face around a lot after getting Botox. This includes smiling, frowning, and raising your eyebrows. It's similar to facial exercises, minus the touching. Facial movement may look — and feel — silly, but it actually helps the Botox work better.

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How often should you really get Botox?

In general, most people should have Botox injections once every four months is usually an ideal frequency for this treatment. But because everybody has a different body, you may need your injections more or less frequently.

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Will people notice if I get Botox?

Cosmetic Botox injections will make you look and feel fresh and young. The people around you are bound to notice and most people will simply pay you a compliment and that's it.

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Should I tell people I got Botox?

Dermatologist Dr. Doris Day has an honest take: “It's a personal choice. You don't owe it to someone to tell them that you have done anything. Whether you feel more comfortable telling someone or not telling someone, it's okay.

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Why does Botox make my eyes look smaller?

Botox is a great facial injection and can "open up" the eyes and make you look more refreshed. However, if Botox is injected too low in your forehead it can make the eyes appear smaller and cause lid "heaviness". The results will last about three months and get much better over time and will not be permanent.

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Is 40 too old for Botox?

There is no upper age limit for people who want to have Botox. In fact, many women enjoy the refreshed look they can get from Botox and complementary treatments when they are in their 60s or older.

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Is 50 too late for Botox?

Can you still get BOTOX® even at a late age? Yep! BOTOX® works beautifully even for more advanced signs of aging.

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What can I do instead of Botox?

Botox alternatives
  • Other injectables. Dysport, like Botox, is a neurotoxin. ...
  • FaceXercise. If exercise can help ward off aging in the body, why not in the face, too? ...
  • Acupuncture. Acupuncture as an anti-aging treatment is a relatively new procedure, but it's a promising one. ...
  • Face patches. ...
  • Vitamins. ...
  • Facial creams. ...
  • Chemical peels.

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