Anti-Wrinkle Injections

What are Anti-Wrinkle Injections?

Anti-wrinkle injections contain a potent purified neurotoxin. When the medication is injected into a muscle, it blocks communication between the muscle and the nerves that connect to it. This prevents the muscle from receiving signals that trigger muscle movement. The muscle cannot contract, which in turn causes the overlying skin to relax. The appearance of wrinkles can be significantly reduced with this treatment, resulting in a smoother complexion and refreshed appearance. There are many benefits to anti-wrinkle injections.

They are more affordable than surgery, less risky than surgery and require less downtime. Each treatment session is quick and results appear in a relatively short period of time. Although the improvements are not permanent, they are long-lasting for a nonsurgical solution.

How do Anti-Wrinkle Injections work?

Botulism Toxin is a naturally occurring bacteria in the environment. This is the main ingredient in anti-wrinkle injections. When botulism toxin is injected into the muscle, it causes a block between the nerve and the muscle. Once injected, the nerve sends signals to the muscle to contract, but as we get older, the muscle will no longer respond. After treatment, the wrinkles do not appear on the skin, and you have a smoother look.

Over time this block breaks down, and the nerve communicates with the muscle again causing contractions. The treatment will start to work gradually within a few days but can take up to 2 weeks to take full effect. It’s then naturally broken down and slowly wears off over in 3-4 months.

The toxin breaks down in the muscle but is not passed anywhere else in the body so entirely safe.
We aim to get the dose right for you to give you a very natural look which lasts at least four months. The majority of our clients return to us around the 4-6 month mark. A lot of our male clients only need to visit us twice a year; however, it depends on how much muscle movement you are happy with on the upper face.

What are the benefits of Anti-Wrinkle Injections?

• A fast and effective way to smooth fine lines and wrinkles
• Your skin will look fresher and it can take years off your face
• Offering far better results than any over-the-counter skin creams
• Results lasting for up to 6 months
• Safe and natural results administered by doctors with decades of experience
• A great rejuvenating treatment for both men and women

How to make Anti-Wrinkle Injections last longer?

There are certain things you can do which will extend the longevity of your anti-wrinkle injections. If you’re asking us how long do anti-wrinkle injections last but really want to know how to make it last longer, here’s what you should consider doing:

• Stop smoking: Smoking is known to age the skin, which can increase wrinkles and increase the chances of them coming back after anti-wrinkle injections. Stop if you can, or cut down
• Hydrate your body: Drinking at least eight glasses of water a day will help keep your skin healthy. Well hydrated bodies have good circulation and cell function
• Eat well: A healthy diet can help keep your skin healthy too. Foods like fatty fish, nuts and seeds can all increase how long your anti-wrinkle injections last
• Cleanse and moisturise: Gentle cleansers will help keep dead cells away, and a rich moisturising cream will help keep your skin plump and wrinkle free

The first few days after your anti-wrinkle injections treatment an be crucial to ensuring a successful, long lasting result, so be sure to follow your aftercare instructions thoroughly.

Are Anti-Wrinkle Injections safe?

Botulinum toxin treatments have been used for over 30 years. The product has been given in much higher doses (5-6 times the amount) in people who have neurological conditions and painful muscles spasm to ease the over-activity. It is even used in children at these higher doses. As such, it is perfectly safe in the minute doses that are placed in the muscles for anti-ageing treatments in the face. The product does not spread elsewhere in the body.

There have been no reported long-term adverse effects from any anti-wrinkle injections, and the product is naturally broken down and cleared out of the muscles within 3-6 months of the treatment. It is safe to have on-going treatments, and the results can continue to improve with repeated treatments.