Victory over deep facial wrinkles when using folk masks and conventional cosmetics is impossible. The fight against changes caused by active emotions becomes effective only when cosmetologists use the most powerful modern drugs. Of course, their use allows you to get the desired result, but it is completely ambiguous.
Botulinum toxin is most often used in cosmetology today.
Reviews of experts claim that this is really the most effective of all the existing tools. Based on botulinum toxin, several formulations have been developed. According to the reviews of cosmetologists and patients, all of them perfectly eliminate wrinkles, smoothing the skin for a long time.
What is this component?
Botulinum toxin is nothing but organic poison. The ingestion of a significant dose into the body causes hypoxia. The respiratory system is paralyzed, resulting in death.
The word botulus came to us from Latin. His translation into Russian is very original - “sausage”. This is due to the fact that this element is often found in meat food products. The poison of the bacteria Clostridium botulinum is produced . Moreover, they do this only under anaerobic conditions, when oxygen is absent in the environment where they are located. That is why most often this element is formed in canned foods.
Scientists have identified nine groups of this poison. However, for cosmetic purposes, botulinum toxin is used only of types A and B. Other types of poison are not used.
Usage history
In the early nineteenth century, the German researcher Kerner described the symptoms of a very dangerous disease called botulism. After several decades, scientists have identified the causative agents of this disease. They turned out to be the bacteria Clostridium botulinum. These microorganisms produced toxins that can block nerve impulses. This fact was very interesting to scientists, and they began to figure out how this substance can be used for medical purposes.
The use of botulinum toxin began in the seventies of the last century. The substance has found its application in ophthalmology. The drug was additionally cleaned and used for injection, eliminating muscle cramps. But in the end, another effect of such a substance as botulinum toxin was discovered. The reviews of experts claimed that after the injections not only the tasks assigned to them were fulfilled, but also an amazing local effect was produced. Expression wrinkles, even very deep ones, temporarily decreased, and the skin became taut and elastic for some time. This led first to insignificant, and then to large-scale demand for botulinum toxin.
Reviews of cosmetologists who began to actively use the drug with this substance in the early 2000s confirmed the high effectiveness of its action. Currently, up to one million successful procedures using this anti-aging agent are performed in Europe and America in just one year.
Fields of application
In cosmetology, botulinum toxin type A is more actively used. Reviews of experts confirm its low degree of allergenicity and immunogenicity. In various concentrations, this substance is included in the composition of many drugs (about them below).
Lyophilized and purified preparations of protein origin are able to provide long-term blockade of nerve impulses transmitted to muscle fibers. This leads to prolonged muscle relaxation and the elimination of wrinkles.
Many patients who underwent this procedure explained their decision by the presence of an aesthetic problem. Their facial muscles were so overstrained that communication difficulties arose. It seemed that the man was constantly gloomy and unhappy.
For many people, the first wrinkles appear at a young age. They become the result of emotional stress and active facial expressions. Interestingly, men suffer from this problem much more often than women.
In addition, the person’s nervous tension and involuntary muscle contraction on the face causes headaches. And this, in turn, provokes the development of neurological diseases. In this case, botulinum toxin receives reviews not only as a cosmetic, but also as a therapeutic agent.
That is why drugs based on this substance are used in two areas. The first is cosmetic, and the second is neurological. Both botulinum toxin has been used successfully. Reviews in neurology suggest that with the help of tools based on this organic poison, pathologies such as spastic paralysis, torticollis, muscle spasms of the face, etc. are eliminated.
As for cosmetology, here botulinum toxin finds its application for the following:
- eliminate facial wrinkles around the eyes, on the forehead and in the area of the eyebrows;
- smoothing folds in the area of the nasolabial triangle;
- elimination of gingival smile;
- fight against excessive sweating;
- suspenders of the lowered corners of the mouth and eyebrows.
Drug injection sites
In which areas do cosmetologists inject botulinum toxin? Reviews of experts suggest that the introduction of the drug must be performed in those facial muscles that are responsible for the appearance of wrinkles. This leads to their temporary paralysis, as a result of which the skin texture is leveled. The duration of the desired effect directly depends on the individual characteristics of the body and the dose of the drug. This condition lasts from six months to a year.
In what other areas do cosmetologists inject botulinum toxin? Reviews of experts say that for eyebrow lifting and a more open look, injections are made directly in the forehead. After such a procedure, a person cannot collect the skin in folds and frown. Such an effect is made possible by blocking the activity of the frontal muscle.
Also, experts who are familiar with the mechanics of facial muscles and facial anatomy, correct some age-related changes and lowering of the corners of the lips with drugs that contain botulinum toxin. Reviews of cosmetologists and patients confirm the high efficiency of this procedure.
With the help of botulinum toxin injections, a problem such as a gummy smile is also corrected. Previously, it could be solved only with the use of surgical intervention. A gingival smile disappears after several injections into the muscle that lifts the upper lip.
Preparations
In what form does botulinum toxin find its application in cosmetology? The reviews of experts confirm that today in our country four types of products containing this toxic substance have been registered and approved for use. Their list includes:
1. "Botox" made in the USA.
2. "Dysport" (England and France).
3. "Xeomin" (Germany).
4. "Lantox" (China).
All these drugs, despite the fact that they are considered analogues, have a different composition, effectiveness and application algorithm. In this regard, the selection of the required dosage should be carried out only by a specialist who will properly dilute the drug according to the instructions attached to it. Consider the above tools in more detail.
Botox
According to cosmetologists, this drug is the most popular among patients. Its active ingredient is purified botulinum toxin A, which acts in conjunction with serum albumin. The result after using the drug can be seen after seven days. The effect lasts from six to eight months. Injections of Botox, which block nerve impulses, are done intramuscularly, as a rule, without anesthesia. The main difference between the product and analogues is the large size of the molecules. It is due to this that the drug has a directed action and is excreted from the body for a long time. Beauticians use Botox to correct the forehead, eyes, and eyebrows. The form of the drug is powder. Immediately before use, it is bred by a specialist in the desired concentration.
Dysport
More recently, this new product has appeared on the market that allows the use of botulinum toxin in cosmetology. Responses of experts say that the drug "Dysport" has a lower concentration of organic poison compared to "Botox".
In addition, this tool has a low molecular weight and is able to penetrate tissues located adjacent to the treated muscles. Beauticians claim that this property is the main disadvantage of the drug, as it sometimes leads to negative consequences in the form of facial asymmetry.
Xeomin
This drug in its category is one of the safest means. Its main difference from analogues is a high degree of protein purification. This property eliminates the possibility of allergic reactions and reduces the risk of unwanted side effects. Interestingly, the Xeomin preparation acts much faster than Botox. At the same time, its effect on the muscles is selective, which allows you to save live facial expressions.
Lantox
The basis of this drug is neurotoxin, which is purified and stabilized with gelatin. This composition contributes to the preservation of biological activity for a long time. The result of exposure to a drug from a Chinese manufacturer is visible faster than Botex. Moreover, it lasts longer (up to a year).
What is the best remedy?
Of course, the main question that worries patients is about choosing the right drug. Which one do you prefer?
According to cosmetologists, there is no single answer to this question. After all, the human body is so individual that it is simply impossible to compare the effect of the drug in different patients.
So the choice of funds should be entrusted to an experienced cosmetologist, who will select the best option based on the task and patient characteristics.
Contraindications
Does everyone show botulinum toxin in cosmetology? Reviews and contraindications regarding restrictions are also available for drugs that include this substance in their composition. So, anti-aging injections are not done in the case of:
- individual intolerance to the components of the product;
- propensities to allergic reactions;
- existing bleeding disorders;
- myasthenia gravis and myasthenic syndrome;
- oncological diseases;
- mental disorders;
- acute infectious diseases;
- taking certain medications (muscle relaxants, antibiotics);
- a high degree of myopia;
- alcohol abuse.
Patients who decide to perform the procedure must undergo a full examination, as well as consult a physician and other specialists. And only in the absence of deviations that prevent the injection, it will be possible to go to the beautician. The specialist will tell you in detail about how the procedure will be carried out, and will select the most optimal version of the drug.
Injection preparation
What needs to be done before botulinum toxin injections are given? The reviews of cosmetologists suggest that for maximum efficiency and safety of the procedure, the patient should not take alcohol and play sports one day before the injection. Already at the first consultation, the doctor will determine where the facial wrinkles are. The specialist will note the main points of exposure, as well as select the necessary drug and calculate the required dose.
Procedure
Immediately before the introduction of botulinum toxin, the patient will need to remove makeup, cleanse his face and put hair under a hat. If desired, the doctor can apply local anesthesia in the form of an anesthetic cream. After that, the skin in the injection area is rubbed with alcohol and dried. For the procedure, the patient must take a reclining or sitting position.
Then, the doctor introduces the drug with botulinum toxin to the previously designated points through a thin needle. Thus, the entire problem area is treated sequentially by the doctor. The procedure lasts for 20-30 minutes. The final step is to treat the injection sites with an antiseptic solution.
Mostly positive, they receive botulinum toxin injections reviews (see photos before and after below).
But, nevertheless, for another hour the patient is under the supervision of cosmetologists. This is necessary to provide timely assistance in case of undesirable complications (for example, allergic reactions).
After the procedure
There are certain recommendations. They must be adhered to by the patient whom botulinum toxin for the face was used by the cosmetologist. The reviews of experts suggest that in order to eliminate possible puffiness and redness in the treated area, it is necessary to apply a cold compress to this area.
Sometimes negative reviews and photos are left about the procedure. Botulinum toxins in some patients caused certain complications in the form of facial asymmetry, hoarseness in the voice, etc. However, all these phenomena are temporary and pass over a short period of time. To prevent complications, you do not need to do the following:
- frowns and smile for 30 minutes after the procedure;
- touch the injection site with your hands;
- tilt your face down, lift weights or play sports for two days.
Alternative to Botox
Bodyton botulinum toxin serum is popular with buyers in the modern cosmetics market. User reviews suggest that this product is a great alternative to Botox injections.
The serum is intended for external use and is able to actively combat facial wrinkles. So, serum with botulinum toxin gets positive reviews due to the fact that it eliminates nasolabial folds, and also smoothes wrinkles on the nose, on the forehead and around the eyes.
In addition to botulinum toxin, this unique product contains ingredients such as fullerene water, as well as sodium hyaluronate and alginate, hydroxyethyl cellulose and lactic acid, an amino acid complex and CG nipagard.
Cream for youthful skin
Researchers began searching for tools similar to beauty injections, but not requiring surgical intervention, about ten years ago. The result of their work was the creation of cosmetics, including creams that contain botulinum toxin. Applied externally, they are able to block neutron bonds that take place in local areas.
Such a cream containing botulinum toxin reviews only gets positive reviews. Indeed, unlike injections, it does not have any side effects in the form of nerve damage, hematomas, sagging or asymmetry of the face, etc.
However, it should be borne in mind that the result of using the cream does not come immediately. He needs to wait a month or a half. It is important to apply the product daily at least two times.
After the completion of the rejuvenation course, the visual effect lasts for six months. However, each person has his own term and depends on the condition of the skin and the individual perception by the body of the ingredients of the product.
According to cosmetologists, creams with botulinum toxin rejuvenate the skin. However, they do not affect facial expressions and allow the person to maintain naturalness. The active substances that make up the botox effect act on both the muscles of the face and the skin. This can significantly improve the condition of the epidermis. The main disadvantage of such a cream is its price. One small jar costs as much as injecting a rejuvenating drug into the forehead.