Botox® is a neurotoxin derived from Clostridium botulinum, an organism found in the natural environment where it is largely inactive and non-toxic.

Botulinum toxin is used to reduce fine lines and wrinkles by paralyzing the underlying muscles.

It is essential that patients understand whether the brand of Botulinum toxin used meets stringent standards of quality efficacy and safety.

There are subtle differences in the chemical formulations of the main brands of Botulinum toxin available in the UK.

Botulinum toxin is available under four product formulations: Botox®, Vistabel®, Azzalure®, and Bocouture®.

While all four are generated from same bacteria, the Botox® brand has most Botulinum toxin in it and lasts longest.

According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the #1 most common cosmetic complaint patients have is wrinkles. Approved for wrinkle treatment in 2002 and more recently for crow’s feet by the FDA, nothing smooths out wrinkles quicker than Botox® cosmetic.

Botox® treatments are non-invasive with virtually no recovery time necessary; you can resume your normal activities immediately after treatment.

A purified protein that prevents fine lines and deep wrinkles from appearing by relaxing the contracted muscles.

Untreated areas of the face aren't affected, so you can still smile and frown, but the skin on the treated areas won't wrinkle as much as usual.

Not permanent and will naturally break down. ​

Botox® treatments are ideal for easing over-active muscle movement that can cause deep frown lines and crow’s feet.

Lines and wrinkles are a natural and unstoppable part of the ageing process. While they are inevitable they can be prevented and reduced.

Botox are temporary treatments that keep certain facial muscles in a relaxed state. This prevents them from contracting and reduces your wrinkles. When you begin your treatment, before the lines become too deep, you can prevent getting permanent wrinkles. However, your results are not permanent and you must repeat your Botox treatment every 3 to 6 months. For a permanent solution to your forehead wrinkles, you could opt for a brow lift instead. Your surgeon can use this surgery to sculpt the underlying muscles in a manner that eliminates the use of Botox.

You'll begin to see results between 2-3 weeks after your treatment, lines may continue to fade for up to one week afterwards. Effects generally last 3-4 months

BOTOX treatments are quick and simple, with no downtime. The procedure takes about 10 to 15 minutes. A tiny amount of product is injected with a fine needle into the muscles being treated - this process is virtually painless.

Wrinkles are a natural part of the ageing process. As people get older, their skin gets thinner, drier, and less elastic, and less able to protect itself from damage. This leads to wrinkles, creases, and lines on the skin.

Skin fillers add volume to facial areas like your laugh lines and lips while neuromodulators block the action of your nerves and muscles.

With Botox, an expert technician will target the muscles in your face that cause wrinkles to prevent the age creases from forming. If you choose a skin filler treatment, then a specialist will inject the filling substance into your skin to soften some of the wrinkles that you already have.

Botox lasts from three to six months. Facial fillers can last from a few months to a few years.

Advancements in the cosmetic industry have resulted in age fighting treatment options like Botox and facial fillers. Both procedures can help smooth your skin and reduce the appearance of wrinkles.

Depending on which filler you have and where, treatments will normally last between 4-13 months and results can be seen instantly.

The effects of BOTOX will gradually disappear until the treated area regains movement. For best results, continue treating the area every four months.

You won't see any difference straight away: it takes about three to five days before the injections take effect, and up to two weeks for the full effect to be seen.

To help reduce the accidental spread of Botox® to neighboring muscle groups, we recommend that you avoid lying flat or move your head down for 4 hours post-treatment and avoid the following activities for around 48 hours:

• Rubbing or massaging the area treated.

• Vigorous exercise.

• Heavy lifting.

• Any “facial” beauty treatments.

Some patients experience a slight headache after their injections, which can be managed with paracetamol if required. Following this period, you can use your normal skin care routine.

The effects generally last for about four to six months. If you want to maintain the effect, you'll need regular follow-up injections.