What comes to your mind when you think of Botox? Chances are that you are thinking of a cosmetic treatment for forehead wrinkles and the crow's feet around your eyes; at least, that is what most people think. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), there were 13.2 million minimally-invasive cosmetic procedures in 2020, with Botox being the number one most popular aesthetic treatment in the United States.

Botox has repeatedly astonished the medical and cosmetic industries with its seemingly endless applications. In this article, we'll discuss some of the cosmetic uses of Botox, but first, let’s dive in and understand what Botox is and how it works.

What is Botox?

Botox is a drug derived from a toxin produced by the bacteria named Clostridium botulinum. The term "Botox" is a short form of the drug's pharmaceutical name – Botulinum Toxin Type A. The FDA approved botox nearly 30 years ago, and since then the drug has become a staple of cosmetic enhancements.

How Does Botox Work?

Botox is a neuromodulator that weakens or blocks certain chemical signals from nerves, which cause muscles to contract. The most common use of Botox injections is to temporarily relax muscles that cause forehead lines and crow's feet around the eyes, thus smoothing out wrinkles while preventing them from being etched deep in the skin.

After a Botox procedure, a client may feel pain, swelling, or bruising at the injection site, and it may take between three and four months to recover from these effects completely.

Cosmetic Uses of Botox

Although treating facial wrinkles is the most common FDA-approved use of Botox, there are several other cosmetic applications of Botox and other neurotoxin-based options.

Soften Your Jawline and Chin

The aging process causes our jawline to lose its definition, appearing more square-shaped. That changes our appearance.

When injected into the lower cheeks on each side of the face, Botox promotes muscle relaxation around the jawline. The result is a more contoured, slimmer, perfectly defined, and symmetric facial profile.

Improve the Appearance of Jowls

The jawline is not the only part of our face that's affected as we age. The effects also extend to the chin. It's not uncommon to see mature-aged people with sagging skin below the chin. This droopy skin is known as jowls, and it is caused by skin cells' inability to produce elastin and collagen that gives the skin its firm and lively character. Dermal fillers are known to help, with a high satisfaction rate.

Botox is also a real game-changer in reducing jowls and other under-the-chin issues. With professionally administered doses along the jawline, the skin pulls and tightens, giving your neckline a smoother appearance.

The Botox "Nose Job"

Jowls are not the only part of the body that sags as we age; even the nose does. Once people notice a change in their nose, the first remedy they think of is a nose job. Also referred to as rhinoplasty, a nose job is a surgical procedure that's relatively expensive. As an invasive cosmetic treatment, the nose job has an extended recovery time and presents the risk of infection and scarring.

Botox is a minimally-invasive procedure, and when done correctly, it can give you a nose lift that can rejuvenate your facial appearance. During the procedure, a dermatologist injects Botox at the base of the nose. It stimulates the muscle that pulls your nose downward, giving your face a vibrant, fuller, and youthful appearance.

Get a Lip Flip

A lip flip is a non-surgical procedure that makes the lips appear fuller or more substantial. When getting a lip flip, a professional aesthetician injects Botox into the corners of your mouth and the edges of your lips. As the muscles around your upper lip relax, they make your lip curl upwards, giving it a subtle, natural-looking makeover. It also makes your face appear fuller and gives you an enviable, Instagrammable pout.

Improve Those Décolletage Wrinkles

In women, the décolletage is the space between the upper chest area and the breasts. The skin here is usually thinner than in other parts of the upper body, and fine lines and wrinkles often appear relatively quickly. These wrinkles are usually hereditary and can develop as early as 30 years.

The problem is that décolletage wrinkles can make you reluctant to flaunt your favorite low-cut dress or blouse. However, a Botox injection into the chest muscles can smooth out the lines and wrinkles for a flawless décolletage, boosting your confidence in that stylish, low-cut A-line dress.

The Botox "Face Lift"

Botox is considered a non-invasive alternative to a facelift, especially for minor skin concerns, such as wrinkles and fine lines. While its cosmetic enhancement outcomes may be temporary, most people prefer a Botox injection to a facelift. The latter is a surgical procedure that has a longer recovery time and a higher chance of complications.

When Botox is injected professionally – with precision – into the orbicularis oculi muscles around the eye, it can pull the eyebrows upwards, giving them a more defined, sharper appearance. The procedure also makes the eyes look bright and awake while improving mild upper eyelid droopiness.

Let Us Help You Get the Right Treatment Today at BAM Aesthetics & Wellness

At BAM Aesthetics & Wellness, we are dedicated to ensuring you look your best. We provide the most advanced premium skincare and personalized non-surgical medical concierge services to ensure our clients achieve their skincare goals.

Our team comprises licensed dermatologists and aestheticians who'll work with you to understand your cosmetic needs and create a tailored skincare plan, whether it's jaw reduction with Botox, dermal fillers, facial treatment, chemical peels, micro-needling, or anything in between. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.

 

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