5 Facts About Botox You Need To Know

Is Botox safe for me? Will Botox make me look “frozen”? Which is the best place to get Botox treatment? These are some of the questions people will always have about the treatment. But the procedure is far removed from the myths that are associated with it. If you want to know more about it, you’ve arrived at the right place. Here are some points, which will help you understand it in a far better manner:

Botox Consists of a Bacterial Toxin –

 Botox is an injection that includes a formula containing the bacterial toxin. It is no rocket science but a protein, which is called Botulinum Toxin or BTX. This is where the name came from. There are two types of Botox – type A and type B, which are used commercially and are completely safe when administered by a licensed professional.

It is FDA Approved –

Botox was officially approved by the FDA for clinical use in 2002. The injection has soaring sales in various countries and there are many takers of Botox treatment in Kenya as well. Hence, if you had any doubts about the safety of the treatment, you can be assured that it is 100% safe due the clearance by FDA.

It Can Reduce Sweating –

 As bizarre as it sounds, Botox is also an effective tool that reduces sweating. It can be injected into the areas where the sweat glands work overtime. This includes the scalp area, the armpits and the hands/feet. So, you can see that it is not only limited to beauty but can also help improve your health!

Wrinkles Cause by Sun Damage Can’t Be Treated –

Botox treatment is used to relax the facial muscles and even out any fine lines or wrinkles. When you opt for regular sessions, you can reduce the new wrinkle formation as well. However, what you cannot treat are wrinkles that have been caused due to sun damage. This is due to the fact that Botox only works on the muscles that are right below the skin’s surface.

It’s Temporary –

The effect of Botox is temporary, and you need to get a touch up by settling for a schedule of injections. The process is short with no downtime and you can book an appointment to get the treatment for an average of 4-6 months. This will ensure that the effects will last for a longer duration. Hence, don’t get under the impression that you will only need one treatment and will be done with it for life!

These are some of the facts that you need to know before opting for Botox treatment. For more such insightful write-ups, keep a tab on this space.