Anti-wrinkle injections are composed of a protein known as Botulinum Toxin (BTX-A) that acts to temporarily relax the movement of a muscle. It is used to temporarily stop the signal that the brain sends the muscle to action it to move. This results in the skin appearing smoother as the muscle becomes relaxed. Overtime, it aims to prevent unwanted facial lines from becoming deeper and as a result, leaves you looking more youthful and fresh, naturally.
What are the benefits?At Cosmetic Effects, a full consultation is completed prior to your treatment. This includes us performing a thorough assessment to determine whether the treatment is suitable and for us to understand your concerns and work towards an achievable goal.
The treatment time of anti-wrinkle injections is 10 minutes, and involves small injections with a fine needle and liquid solution into the selected muscles. There is minimal discomfort experienced at the time of treatment. It can be described as a small sting that immediately subsides once the injection is completed.
What areas can be treated?There are many areas that can be treated, however the most popular have been listed below.
Some known conditions that anti-wrinkle treatments may help are listed below.
The cost of anti-wrinkle injections depends on the number of units required and the extent of the area needing treatment. Please contact the clinic to receive information on costs that is relevant to your personal aims and requirements.
When will Anti-Wrinkle treatments work and how long does it last?After your treatment, you will start to see results in approximately 2-7 days time. This is a gradual onset where you will not feel any change however you will see the beginning effect. In 14 days time it will be most effective and full results can be seen.
The treatment can last up to 3-4 months however this does depend on individual metabolism, therefore this varies. The muscle will slowly become active again and be able to move therefore allowing expression lines to gradually return.
What are the side effects of Anti-Wrinkle injections and is this treatment safe?As this treatment involves an injection, normal side effects such as swelling, bruising and tenderness can occur, lasting a few days. It is important that during the consultation all medical/health conditions are identified to ensure a safe treatment outcome.
Anti-wrinkle injections will not be administered if you are:
Some advice to consider before your treatment.
We recommend following our aftercare guideline for an effective result.
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Hydrating filler designed to hydrate the skin with pure Hyaluronic Acid. Injected to restore hydration to the face, scars, fine lines, decolletage, neck and hands. Also known as a Hydrafiller or Skin Booster