Eyes give out not only the mood of a person, but also age. And the first signs of aging appear in the periorbital region. The dermis is thin, the subcutaneous fat layer is insignificant, and the number of sebaceous glands is minimal. The process of wrinkle formation is promoted by active facial expressions, bad habits, improper care and stress. Fortunately, the beauty industry has developed several ways to deal with this problem. One of the most effective is the use of Botox around the eyes.
Rejuvenation of the periorbital region
The first signs of aging begin to appear at the age of 25-27 years. Someone may begin this process even earlier. There are also those lucky ones who have no wrinkles even at the age of 35. But in any case, the first blow is taken by the delicate skin around the eyes.
Specialists highlight such problems of the periorbital area:
- The appearance of "crow's feet." Squinting, laughing and other facial movements provoke the manifestation of this problem. The situation worsens as they grow older and under the influence of UV radiation, smoking and other adverse factors.
- Decreased skin elasticity.
- The appearance of pigmentation.
- Accumulation of skin on the upper eyelid.
- Lowering the corners of the eyes.
- Manifestation of a nasolacrimal groove.
- Fat hernia.
- Dark circles under the eyes.
- Sagging lower eyelid.
All these problems are usually interconnected. One provokes the manifestation of the other. Most often, the process begins with a decrease in the elasticity of the skin, then stagnation begins to develop in the vessels of the periorbital region. The dermis, which has lost its elasticity, begins to “slide”. Gradually, the boundary between the cheek and the orbit shifts. The skin is stretched more and more. Because of this, the eyes look older, since their lower edge is covered only by an extended eyelid. A situation that has gone so far can only be corrected surgically.
In that case, if you have time to stop the process at the very beginning, a good skin condition can be maintained for many years. Therefore, non-surgical rejuvenation should begin as early as possible. The arsenal of such techniques is quite wide. One of the most effective treatments is Botox for wrinkles around the eyes. This method will allow you to get rid of existing creases and prevent the development of new ones.
Action of botulinum toxin
Botulinum toxin preparations are in great demand among clients of beauty salons. Advertising claims that this is a quick and safe way to rejuvenate with a minimum of side effects. The popularity of Botox for wrinkles around the eyes is so high that more than 10 million injections are made annually in the United States alone. But is this poison really safe?
In the 19th century, doctors first described the symptoms of botulism. Paralysis, which led to death due to respiratory arrest, was the main feature of this pathology. In most cases, poisoning occurred after consuming sausages, in which a bacterium producing botulinum toxin was present.
About 50 years ago, a US ophthalmologist named Alan Scott decided to use the paralyzing properties of the toxin for good purposes. Based on it, he prepared a medicine for patients with blepharospasm. The effectiveness of the drug was so high that other doctors followed Scott's example. Purified poison was used to treat hemispasm and strabismus.
Using botulinum toxin for treatment, doctors noticed an interesting side effect. At the injection site, wrinkles were completely smoothed out. Soon after, ladies who did not suffer from strabismus or blepharospasm, but who wanted to rejuvenate, began to make an appointment. Only in 2002, the US Food and Drug Administration approved the use of Botox for the skin around the eyes and forehead in order to eliminate facial wrinkles.
Botulinum toxin is a protein that blocks the momentum transmitted from the nerve endings to the muscle. The dose of poison used for the rejuvenation procedure is hundreds of times less than the lethal one. Therefore, injections are safe for the life of the client. All that botulinum toxin is capable of is paralyzing muscles. But only those that are closest to the injection site.
Botox injections around the eyes can quickly relax and lengthen the circular muscle. Photos taken after the procedure confirm that the skin is straightened, the depth of the creases is significantly reduced, and facial wrinkles almost completely disappear. With the help of injections, you can make your look younger and more open by raising the outer edges of the eyebrows. This is achieved due to the correct choice of drug administration points.
Procedure progress and recommendations
The procedure can be performed only after careful preparation. The patient must undergo a medical examination, which eliminates the risk of side effects. The procedure should be performed exclusively by a specialist with a higher medical education. Entrusting your face and health with amateur beauticians performing procedures at home is dangerous.
The doctor should tell the patient about all the precautions associated with Botox injections around the eyes. Before and after the procedure, you must refuse to take antibiotics and anticoagulants. Within a few days after administration of the drug, it is recommended to exclude physical activity, alcohol, salty and spicy foods. And also refuse to visit the sauna and solarium.
The procedure for administering Botox around the eyes is done on an outpatient basis. In time, it does not take more than 30 minutes. At the beginning of the procedure, the doctor cleanses the skin from makeup and treats it with an antiseptic solution. After that, anesthetizing cream is applied.
A mark is applied to the skin with a special pencil. Usually it is located a centimeter from the corners of the eye. Then the beautician asks the patient to close her eyes tightly. In the event that the wrinkles diverge above the intended line, a second mark is made.
A syringe is used for injection, the needle length of which does not exceed 1.25 cm. This helps to ensure the painlessness of the procedure. Botulinum toxin is administered at a shallow depth. Usually enough 4-6 injections with a dose of 16 PIECES on each side. Then the skin is re-treated with an antiseptic.
The effect of Botox around the eyes does not appear immediately. For the first few hours, the face remains the same. The effect of the drug manifests itself within a few days, the effect increases gradually. In the event that the needle damaged blood vessels during the procedure, small bruises may remain. But they pass pretty quickly.
It is not recommended to bend over and take a horizontal position for four hours after the procedure. The treated area should not be touched. Day do not apply cream on it. In addition, during the period of action of the drug, manual facial massage and myostimulation procedures should be abandoned.
Contraindications and side effects
The effect of Botox around the eyes lasts an average of four to six months. Subsequent injections of the drug provide a longer duration of its action. More than twice a year, the procedure is not recommended. This can cause the formation of antibodies in the body and complete immunity to the action of botulinum toxin.
The procedure is contraindicated in the following cases:
- During pregnancy and during the period of feeding.
- With pathologies of the endocrine system.
- In case of blood disease.
- With myasthenia gravis.
- In chronic lung diseases.
- If there is a tendency to atypical scar formation.
- In case of individual intolerance to the drug.
A procedure performed by a professional in compliance with all antiseptic rules will help significantly reduce the risk of side effects. However, it is 100% impossible to guarantee the absence of complications. Most often, the following side effects develop:
- Soreness at the injection site.
- Hemorrhage.
- Allergic reactions.
- Headache.
- Swelling of the tissues.
- Numbness of the skin.
- The omission of the century.
Exposure duration
The duration of action of Botox around the eyes depends on the age of the patient and the individual characteristics of his body. From 30 to 40 years old, the skin still maintains a high level of elasticity. The drug introduced during this period will act as long as possible, at least six months. At the age of 50 - 60 years, a significant weakening of muscle tone occurs. The effect of the use of botulinum toxin will be less pronounced.
After the termination of the drug, muscle fibers are restored and the skin returns to its original state. Subsequent injections will increase the duration of the drug up to 10 - 12 months. This effect can be achieved only after 3-4 sessions.
In very rare cases, a complete lack of results after injection is possible. This means that the patient is included in 5% of people with individual insensitivity to botulinum toxin. Often it manifests itself in people who have been ill with tetanus.
New unique drug "Xeomin"
A few years ago, the German pharmaceutical company Merz created an innovative drug that is an alternative to botulinum toxin. It is called Xeomin. Its main advantage is that it is completely purified from complexing proteins. It is these substances that cause the reaction of the human immune system, leading to the production of antibodies and the development of an allergic reaction. Unlike competing drugs (Botox and Dysport), it contains pure neurotoxin.
Xeomin injections provide a longer effect after the procedure. In addition, the drug has other advantages:
- Painlessness.
- The duration of the procedure does not exceed 15 minutes.
- Prolonged effect.
- Lack of recovery period.
- Fast efficiency.
- No side effects and complications.
- Elimination of the root cause of wrinkles.
Hyaluronic Acid To Eliminate Wrinkles
To eliminate crow's feet, not only Botox is used around the eyes. Hyaluronic acid injections give a good effect. This is a natural substance that is present in the connective, nervous and epithelial tissue of a person. It is also a major component of synovial fluid.
Hyaluronic acid injected under the skin does not block muscles. It fills the cavity, pushing out a wrinkle from the inside. The relief is leveled, the skin is moisturized, its elasticity is increased, and age spots are lightened and completely disappear.
In addition, with the help of hyaluronic acid, elimination of the nasolacrimal groove is possible . This allows you to visually rejuvenate your face for five years or more. The duration of the procedure is about half an hour, and the effect of it persists for a year.
Botox Creams
Not every woman is ready to decide on a rejuvenating procedure with an injection of botulinum toxin because of the fear of developing side effects. But muscle relaxant creams are guaranteed not to harm health. Their use is painless and safe. But to achieve a visible result, at least 1.5 months of regular use of the cream are necessary. Botox around the eyes in injections acts almost immediately.
In fact, Botox creams do not contain a toxin. This substance is not able to maintain its activity after prolonged contact with oxygen. Therefore, hexapeptide-3 was created and patented in 2003, which acts on the skin like Botox, but does not have a toxic effect on it. Later, other similar substances were developed, for example, octamoxyl and matrixyl. It is these substances that are the basis of cosmetics, allowing to achieve the effect of Botox around the eyes. At home, such products are recommended to be used in courses, twice a day, for three months. Then a break is needed.
Such cosmetics are contraindicated in pregnant and lactating women. And also those who are prone to edema. The most effective are the following products:
- Cream muscle relaxant with Botox effect Crease Release, Dr. Brendt.
- Wrinkle Filler Anti-Wrinkle Line Filler, Swiss Line.
- Smoothing Eye Contour Cream Les Correctrices, Payot.
- Anti-aging agent for the face, neck and décolleté area of the Liftage Creme de Jour Anti-Age Lysedia.
- Muscle relaxant cream with collagen and petite Hydro-Cellular Eye Cream Swisso Logical.
You can start using such cosmetics from the age of 30. The positive effect of the course using botox cream is an average of six months. Wrinkles and microrelief of the skin are smoothed, the production of collagen fibers is activated, and elasticity is increased.
Home Botox around the eyes can be combined with beauty injections. This will fix the effect and significantly extend its effect. This means that the next procedure can be performed a few months later.
Botox homemade masks
In the pursuit of youth, many women are willing to take risks. Someone regularly resortes to the help of injection techniques and enjoys the result. Someone is categorically against injections of beauty. But there are those who, having tried injections with botulinum toxin, remained disappointed. Such women are trying to find a safe and natural way to keep skin youthful as long as possible. Natural botox masks for wrinkles around the eyes, prepared at home, can help with this.
Many products, such as potato and corn starch, gelatin, olive oil, yolk, cream and others can moisturize the skin, strengthen its tone and smooth wrinkles. Of course, you should not expect from the use of one mask the same effect as from an injection of botulinum toxin. But regular execution of the procedure will tighten the skin and significantly smooth wrinkles. This will provide a noticeable visual rejuvenation.
The most effective home botox masks around the eyes are starch or gelatin formulations. The skin in the periorbital area is very thin, so you need to apply the mixture carefully, without stretching the dermis. To prepare a starch mask, you will need to prepare:
- 10 g of starch or 30 g of grated raw potatoes;
- 50 ml of parsley decoction;
- 25 g of olive oil.
All ingredients are mixed. A piece of the brand, folded in half, is soaked in a mixture. A masked cloth is applied over the eyes and left for 30 minutes. Then the residue is washed off.
To prepare a Botox mask with gelatin, you will need the following ingredients:
- 25 ml of heavy cream;
- a teaspoon of gelatin;
- 15 ml of almond or olive oil;
- a tablespoon of honey.
The cream is mixed with gelatin and left to swell. Then, using a water bath, the mass is heated and mixed until smooth. After it cools, the selected oil and honey are added. The mixture is applied to the skin under the eyes and left for 20 minutes. Then rinse off.
Reviews
Women who have undergone the procedure leave different reviews about Botox around the eyes. Photos before and after confirm that the effect of the injections is there, but it is not always the same as the clients of the salons expected. In most cases, the procedure, provided that it was performed by an experienced doctor, is successful. The risk of side effects is minimal. After recovery and the onset of the drug, a woman enjoys the result. Her skin is smoothed, wrinkles miraculously disappear, her face looks much younger.
Unfortunately, botulinum toxin injections do not delight all clients. This occurs when the procedure is entrusted to a novice or person without the necessary education. And also in the event that the patient did not adhere to all the recommendations that the cosmetologist gives. In addition, in very rare cases, the development of an individual allergic reaction is possible, which is almost impossible to predict. To minimize all these risks, trusting your appearance and health is necessary for a qualified dermatologist-cosmetologist.