Botox. ‘It isn’t for everyone but it is for anyone’ Now, that is an expression that is suitably applied to Botox or any anti-ageing treatment that helps demolishes lines and wrinkles.
I’m at the ripe old age where ‘anti-ageing’ products are recommended by skincare specialists to help hold back the natural ageing process. Fortunately, i’m not showing any permanent signs of lines or wrinkles, which is lucky seen as I sunbathed excessively with zero SPF coverage when l lived in Sunny California. But are sun exposure and the natural ageing process the only culprits to blame for unwanted lines, wrinkles and creases? Absolutely not. ‘Girls that lift’ can suffer the wrath of premature wrinkles, frown lines and a furrowed brow due to over exaggerated facial expressions.
Gone are the days people looked at exercise as a tedious chore. Nowadays it’s oh so popular darling and gym gear is Haute Couture. If I use myself as an example; I work out for at least 45 minutes, 5 times a week where I combine cardio and strength training. In addition to this, I practice yoga everyday, sometimes twice a day. You don’t have to be a mathematician to figure out that’s a hella lot of strained expressions. So when I noticed a reoccurring furrowed line in between my brows I investigated which precautions could be taken to prevent it from taking permanent residency.
As a self-confessed Skincare Princess, I knew an ‘at home’ product wouldn’t be strong enough to prevent the creation of lines when repeatedly making the same expressions. This is the reason non-surgical treatments such as botox was a clear choice for me.
Queue Dr Maryam Zamani, facial plastic surgeon and queen of all things skincare! Dr Zamani can be classed as one the the worlds most in demand aesthetic doctors and what she doesn’t know about skincare treatments isn’t worth knowing. I went to visit Dr Zamani at her clinic to discuss my concern and what could be done to smooth out the issue.
Although I was confident I wanted to go ahead with the treatment, Dr Zamani ensured I had full knowledge of the treatment and explained why it’s suitable for gym bunnies like me.
Keep reading for my need to know consultation Q&A’s
What is Botox and how does it work?
Botox is a brand of Botulinum toxin and is favoured over other products used to prevent lines and wrinkles, gummy smile, excess sweating and other medical and cosmetic conditions. Rather than directly ‘freezing’ or paralysing the muscles, which is a common belief, Botox prevents one receptor sending signals to another and therefore prevents the muscles knowing it wants to move.
Am I too young for Botox?
Theoretically speaking, fine lines, light wrinkles and volume loss naturally begins to appear at the age of 25. Skin quality, lifestyle and environment play a part in the ageing process which is why it’s almost impossible to put a lower age limit on botox. However, the legal age limit without a parents consent is 18 years old, and only in certain medical circumstances can the treatment be carried out on anyone below this age.
Is Botox vegan?
Yes, Botox is vegan but to ensure it’s fit for human use is tested on animals.
Does Botox wear off quicker with exercise?
Botox wears off at different rates due to metabolism. People that live active lifestyles tend to have a faster metabolism and this is why it’s common to believe exercising can cause botox into wear off at a faster rate than people that live sedentary lifestyles.
I’m so happy with the treatment I received from Dr Zamani. Now, the only lines I can see when working out are those that are between my abs.
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