Monthly Archives: July 2020

BOTOX – SAFETY FIRST

Posted on July 26, 2020 by Lesley

Botox has a long and well established safety record – the injection itself is safe, but the risks lie in how it’s given. So beware of Botox parties, people offering home visits, self-injecting and going to untrained staff in unregulated … Continue reading →

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WHEN BOTOX GOES WRONG

Posted on July 21, 2020 by Lesley

Seen some celebs with a startled expression? That surprised look isn’t normal, and happens when doctors over-inject. Complications from too much Botox can include drooping eyelids, when injections are too low on the brow, or a frozen forehead, from excess … Continue reading →

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THE BOTOX PEN

Posted on July 19, 2020 by Lesley

Traditionally, Botox is administered via a needle, but Juvapen is the newest way to get a jab of the wrinkle-smoother. In the shape of a pen, the instrument is a mini-motorised syringe, which means injections are more accurate than ever … Continue reading →

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MORE BESIDES WRINKLES

Posted on July 14, 2020 by Lesley

Although Botox is best known as an anti-wrinkle jab, in 2015, half of its sales were for non-cosmetic uses, including excessive sweating, where it blocks the nerves that supply sweat glands. It’s also good for controlling incontinence and easing migraines. … Continue reading →

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LOOK FAB, NOT FROZEN

Posted on July 12, 2020 by Lesley

An experienced practitioner will know how much Botox to inject, so you look natural. The key is to use smaller amounts spread over the skin’s surface, commonly known as Babytox or Microtox. This way, you’re relaxing muscles rather than paralysing … Continue reading →

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY BOTOX!

Posted on July 6, 2020 by Lesley

AS BOTOX CELEBRATES ITS 15TH ANNIVERSARY, I AM SHARING MY ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE YOUTH-BOOSTING TREATMENT… Most famous for its wrinkle- smoothing abilities, the cosmetic treatment was first approved back in 2002 to help eradicate frown lines between the brows. Since … Continue reading →

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