4 Ways Botox Can Enhance Your Skin

Skin changes are a natural part of aging, but that doesn’t mean you must accept those you’re bothered by. If you long to turn back the clock on your complexion, consider Botox® injections. 

At his offices in New Rochelle, New York, board-certified neurologist Dr. Farhad Elyaderani and his team offer Botox for neurological purposes and skin benefits. 

Deemed generally safe for adults of all ages, Botox is basically a wrinkle relaxer – but that’s not all.  Here’s a look at several proven ways this injectable can enhance your skin.

1. Fewer fine lines

By ages 45-60, most people have quite a few facial lines from aging. Plentiful sun exposure and smoking accelerate these effects.

Botox temporarily paralyzes muscles in the treatment area, leading to fewer fine lines – especially crow’s feet, forehead lines, and frown lines. Botox can also minimize lines around your smile and neck. 

Within a week or so of your treatment, your skin will be smoother and less creased, with results that may last 3-4 months. 

2. Increased collagen production 

As you age, your skin produces less collagen, a protein that gives your skin a supple look and feel. Collagen also helps keep your skin hydrated and staves off shallows and sagging.

Research shows that Botox injections may increase collagen production by stimulating natural healing properties. These benefits may be cumulative, meaning they’ll increase over time with ongoing treatments.

3. Wrinkle prevention

Repetitive facial expressions, such as smiling, laughing, and frowning, fuel wrinkles over time. Because your skin moves less where Botox is injected, you may develop fewer new wrinkles in the future if you stay on top of your treatments. 

Increased collagen production from routine Botox may add to these perks. Low-collagen skin tends to be dry and thin, making way for more wrinkles.

4. A more youthful look without surgery

Appearing younger is the primary reason people opt for Botox. As a minimally invasive surgery alternative, Botox is more popular than facelifts for accomplishing that. 

Botox may be your best option if you don’t want to deal with the cost, downtime, or risks related to surgery. Each treatment takes only minutes and causes little discomfort. If you have susceptible skin, you can request an ice pack or topical numbing cream beforehand.

To learn more about Botox skin benefits or get started toward a more youthful look, call Dr. Farhad Elyaderani or request an appointment online today. We also offer Dysport®, an injectable that uses the same active ingredient to benefit your skin.