The Ultimate Botox under Eyes Guide

1. The Ultimate Botox under Eyes Guide

2. Introduction According to a 2015 study by the American society of plastic surgeons (ASPS), over 5 million botox procedures are done on a yearly basis. So, Botox procedures are not new in the beauty world. But before we go any further, it’s important to know what botox is. By definition, botox is a purified bacteria toxin (botulinum) that helps to treat wrinkles on the face. Essentially, the botulinum bacteria freeze your muscles so as to get rid of unusual lines that form from different facial expressions. It works by interrupting nerve signals at the point of injection. Basically, the muscles affected are temporarily paralyzed and this result in the softening or clearance of wrinkles. Globally, botox is common with treating wrinkles on the cheeks, the upper face, and the lower face. However, it’s not common with the under eyes. Apparently, this is the part that is most hit by wrinkles and circles but most people are too scared to consider botox. This is understandable considering that there are risks involved. Here is the ultimate guide that you’ll find useful in deciding if under eyes botox is good for you.

3. Table of contents • Botox vs dermal fillers. • The bonus. • The best candidate for the procedure. • Can it help under eyes wrinkles • What to expect after a botox under eyes procedure • How long will it take for the procedure to work

4. Botox mistakes and how to avoid them. • General care practices. • What to do in case of a serious post-botox problem. • Special considerations. • Finding the right botox expert. • Botox vs botulism. • The final wrap.

5. Botox vs dermal fillers There are several similarities between under eyes Botox and filers (dermal fillers). The most obvious ones are: • Both procedures involve the injection of an anti-wrinkle substance under your eyes. • Both can be used to effectively correct wrinkles under your eyes and circles around them. • Both procedures are minimally invasive and thus do not require hospitalization. • Both are fda-approved anti-aging procedures. They are meant to give you a youthful appearance. • Both procedures are prone to side effects like redness, swelling, itching, bruising, scarring, and vision problems.

6. Both are contraindicated for expectant and breastfeeding individuals. However, despite having a number of things in common, these two anti-aging procedures differ in three major ways: 1. Substance used: In under eyes botox, the substance injected is botulinum bacteria and is meant to freeze the treated part as a way to soften it and to clear wrinkles. In dermal fillers, the substances injected under the eyes are mostly hyaluronic acid or calcium hydroxyapatite. These substances are meant to add volume under your eyes and not to freeze the part. Other substances used as dermal fillers are polylactic acid and polyalkylimide. Each of the fillers suits a specific under eye condition and so you should first consult your doctor before deciding on any.

7. 2 . Time of action: Normally, a under eyes botox treatment will last you 3-4 months. Dermal fillers, on the other hand, will last you for at least 6 months. There are a few options which may work for 2 years. However, this does not mean that dermal fillers are the better option because of this advantage. 3. Working effect: Under eyes botox treatments are essentially meant to treat wrinkles caused by expressions such as smiling and frowning. They are called dynamic wrinkles. The treatment is not a one-time treatment that will clear the wrinkles on one appointment, so you’ll have to consider doing follow-ups. As for dermal fillers, they are primarily meant to fill up shallow spaces under your eyes to soften recessed scars and to pump up thin lips. In addition, the treatment can be used to remove circles around your eyes and to treat static wrinkles. The wrinkles are mostly because of sagging skin, especially around the lower eyelid area.

8. The bonus Inasmuch as the substance injected during under eyes botox differ from those used as dermal fillers, there is the option of combining both approaches if you are looking to correct both static and dynamic wrinkles. You just have to find the best expert that will perform both treatments safely to guarantee the best results.

9. The best candidate for the procedure Usually, under eyes botox is suitable for most people who are 18-65 years. So, it’s not recommended for kids and for older individuals above 65 years since aging to them is a natural thing. Other cases where the procedure is contraindicated are: Individuals who are allergic to any botulinum ingredient or human albumin. • Individuals with a uti (urinary tract infection) or urinary inconsistency. • Expectant and breastfeeding mothers. • Individuals with an infection under the eyes. • Individuals with a neuromuscular condition. • Asthmatic individuals and those with breathing difficulties.

10. Overall, there are specific times that under eyes botox is advisable. For example, it’s recommended when wrinkles under your eyes and circles around them start to bother you. In addition, it’s recommended when you experience premature signs of aging. In this case, you can consider botox for all other parts and not just for under the eyes. The other consideration is a condition like a face twitching or TMJ. You can go for under eyes botox in such cases.

11. Can it help under eyes wrinkles? Before anything, you have to note that botox only treats dynamic wrinkles and not static wrinkles. So, yes botox can help wrinkles under your eyes since they fall under the dynamic category. As for circles around your eyes, they can also be treated. However, the process is a gradual one and does not guarantee permanent effects. You’ll need repeated botox sessions to completely remove eye wrinkles and circles. Essentially, each treatment is meant to last you for at least three months. Thus, you’ll have to do the procedure after every three months for maximum results. In case you are looking to improve plumpness under your eyes, botox will not help you but dermal fillers will. Therefore, you should talk to your practitioner about the possibility of adding dermal filler to your botox routine if you are targeting more plumpness.

12. What to expect after a botox under eyes procedure? There are two ways to look at this. On one hand, you should expect positive results from your under eyes botox. In this case, the wrinkles under your eyes should start to disappear. This should also be the case with circles around your eyes. However, the positive effects do not register immediately. They take time. On the other hand, there is the likelihood of experiencing side effects that are normally short-lived. They include headaches, nausea, dry mouth, and neck pain.

13. How long will it take for the procedure to work? Under eyes botox is essentially a lunchtime treatment. So, you should expect the injection to be over in 10 minutes. However, the results do not show up immediately. It may take you a day or two before you can start feeling anything. Optimum results will be noticed after a month. This is when the part under your eyes will start feeling soft and the circles around the eyes will start clearing significantly. After three months, the effects will start to wear off and this is when you should repeat the procedure.

14. Botox mistakes and how to avoid them According to ASPS, under eyes botox is generally a safe procedure but it’s not free from side effects. Often, the effects are due to mistakes by the expert (which are very rare) or by the candidate. Mistakes by the candidate • Scratching the treated part: This may result to side effects like bruising, redness, and swelling under the eyes. There are also cases where the candidate feels pain and itchiness around the treated area. You should avoid scratching under your eyes after having botox, no matter how itchy it feels. The ASPS advise against massaging the surrounding areas after the procedure to prevent adverse reactions.

15. Doing repeated sessions over a short period: ideally, under eyes botox is supposed to be done after three or four months. However, some patients become impatient and so they consider repeating the procedure sooner so as to realize quick results. Nonetheless, things do not always go their way and they display side effects like blurry vision, numbness, and scarring. According to ASPS, these effects are as a result of the body’s antibodies acting against the botox toxin. These issues, nevertheless, occur in less than 1% of the candidates. You should learn to repeat the sessions as recommended by your expert (that is after 3-4 months).

16. Mistakes by the expert • Ptosis (botox injection going to facial features): This mistake happens when the injection is improperly delivered, so it ends up in the eyebrows and eyelids. In this case, the facial features droop. It can be avoided by picking the right expert to perform the procedure on you. The reputation of the expert should be commendable for consideration. • Facial droop: This is a condition where the upper lip area becomes paralyzed after having a botox procedure. It’s usually as a result of the injection taking the wrong turn. It can be corrected by prescriptions once you talk to your expert about it.

17. General care practices • Avoid using blood-thinning prescriptions like aspirin and ibuprofen as they may cause bruising after under eyes botox. • Keep off vitamin e supplement and alcohol a day before the procedure as they also promote bruising. • Share your medical history with the expert before the procedure so that you can avoid all possible complications. • Try exercising the treated part by gently making facial expressions. • Apply ice to the bruised and inflamed area to soothe the painful feeling. • Avoid using facial treatments on the affected part as they may aggravate the side effects. • Keep off make up for the first two weeks.

18. What to do in case of a serious post-botox problem Whenever you experience an under eyes botox problem that you believe is serious, you should talk to your practitioner about it. Just go to the clinic where you had the procedure to seek a solution to the problem. Some issues don’t just clear with over-the-counter prescriptions and will need expert help to be corrected. Alternatively, you can share your side effects on Yellow Card Scheme. There are botox experts on the website who will advise you on what to do to manage the adverse reactions that you are experiencing.

19. Special considerations Before you can decide to have under eyes botox, it’s important to consider these factors: • Cost: The treatment is not cheap. You may incur at least $150 per session. As mentioned, you’ll need several sessions before you can enjoy the results. • Limitations: Botox is not a permanent anti-wrinkle treatment. You’ll have to do it repeatedly. • Guarantee: In as much as under eyes botox is safe and fda-approved, there is no guarantee that the wrinkles will clear completely. • Safety: Botox is a prescribed medicine that should only be administered by a trained health practitioner to guarantee your safety.

20. Finding the right botox expert First, ask for recommendations from your friends and close associates. If there is a friend who has had a botox before and you like the way she looks, there are high chances that you’ll get good results from her doctor. The next step is to schedule a consultation with the doctor to establish his or her experience. Avoid botox experts that over-advertise their services; botox facilities advertise because they don’t have clients or they are not busy enough. Good botox specialists who are likely to give you excellent results are always busy.

21. Botox vs botulism Contrary to what most people assume, the botox toxin is not similar to clostridium botulinum, the pathogen which causes botulism. The toxin designed for under eyes botox is safely extracted and fda-approved and does not result in any serious condition. It’s specifically approved for treating wrinkles and other symptoms of anti-aging. The dose used is small and it rarely gets into the bloodstream.

22. The final wrap Millions of botox procedures are done globally and there is a reason for it. A JAMA Dermatology study shows that it’s safe regardless of where it’s done on your body provided that it’s performed by an expert. So, you can always consider it for under eyes wrinkles. But first, make sure you talk to your doctor about it before going through with the procedure.

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