Botox is designated to people aged 18 to 65 who want to diminish mild to severe frown lines and wrinkles. Human emotions like happiness, worry or sadness, habits like smoking or frowning and a chaotic life- style leave marks on facial skin that may deepen in time. Botox injections penetrate the muscles located in the forehead, around the neck and around the eyes, where most of the frown lines occur. Botox can paralyze the muscles by blocking nerve impulses transmission to the hyperactive muscles. In consequence, the muscles in the forehead, around neck and eyes become no longer active. Besides muscle relaxation, Botox is also known to improve the outlook of the complexion, adding a rejuvenated and smoother glow.
Before injecting Botox, the specialist may choose to use anesthetics or ice to make the procedure as comfortable as possible. Botox shots shouldn't take more than ten minutes to inject. Once injected, the patient is recommended to maintain vertical stature for another six hours; otherwise Botox may spread to other areas.
Results can be noticed as early as four days after the procedure and may last up to 4 months. Botox shots contain small doses of toxin and can't lead to numbness. For maximum efficacy, patients should repeat the procedure within 3 to 6 months intervals.

There are, however, patients who consider taking chances with Botox and prefer more comfortable alternatives like StriVectin SD. StriVectin SD takes less effort to apply, patients can use it in the intimacy of their own homes, with almost zero discomfort. StriVectin SD only needs to be applied twice a day on dry, clean face in very small amounts the size of the finger tip. And then you can go back to your usual schedule with no restrictions. Results are rapid and long lasting.