Botox® Cosmetic

Caffeine is not recommended right after a Botox procedure. Wait 24-48 hours after treatment to prevent bruising.

Botox can ease the severity of nasal symptoms like itching, sneezing, nasal drainage, and nasal blockage. It's also been shown to alleviate sinus pressure and ease sinus headaches.

Botox doesn't make your skin look shiny, but the way the light bounces off of a smooth surface like the skin, it can appear shinier.

Botox is not a steroid.

Botox is not FDA-approved for treatment under the eyes.

Botox is used to smooth out lines and wrinkles.

There is no age that is too old for Botox. It's regularly used on people in their 20s through their 50s.

No, Botox is meant to rejuvenate the face and create a more youthful appearance rather than aging you.

Botox does not cause weight gain.

Once Botox wears off, it doesn't generally make you look older. The muscles may go back to where they were before but whether that makes someone look older is often up to interpretation.

It's recommended you move your face around after Botox. It actually helps the effectiveness of the treatment.

Those who are pregnant or breastfeeding should avoid Botox as well as anyone who is allergic to cow milk proteins. Anyone with skin infections or a neurological disease should not get Botox as well.

Yes, you can go for a walk after Botox injections. It is recommended to wait 24 hours for any strenuous activities.

Drinking wine is not recommended after Botox. You should wait for at least one to two days before drinking any alcohol. Alcohol can make the skin more prone to bruising and swelling.

Botox works by affecting the brain signals to the treated muscles, causing them to relax.

In general, Botox lasts about three to four months. Some patients have seen it last up to four to six months or as short as two months. It's also common for the treatment to last less time for those who receive the treatment for the first time.

Botox is made from a toxin called bacterium Clostridium botulinum. Doctor's use very small doses of it to treat health problems and wrinkles.

Patients as young as 18 years old can receive Botox but most doctors recommend patients wait until they are in their 20s or 30s to receive the treatment.

Some of the unwanted side effects of Botox include pain, swelling or bruising at the injection site.

Before getting Botox, you should first get a consultation with a licensed injection specialist so you can discuss if Botox is the best option for you.

After Botox, you should not drink alcohol, participate in strenuous exercise, and touch your face too much. You should also avoid the sun as much as possible and avoid sleeping on the affected area.