When Will I See Botox® Results?

You would not be yourself without your facial expressions, which help you communicate and share emotions with others. However, these expressions also fold and crease your skin. Over time, these creases can become wrinkles that stay visible even when your face relaxes. Botox® is an injectable treatment to achieve a youthful, refreshed appearance without surgery. Its ability to smooth away lines and wrinkles has made it one of the most popular aesthetic treatments worldwide. 

What is Botox® (Botulinum Toxin)?

While several other options have become available, Botox® was the first injectable treatment to address lines and wrinkles with botulinum toxin. Injecting tiny amounts of this compound relaxes the facial muscles that cause your wrinkles while allowing the rest of your features to continue moving naturally. Botox® is ideal for wrinkles like crow’s feet, vertical lines between the brows, or horizontal forehead lines.

How Does Botox® Work?

When injected, botulinum toxin targets the facial nerves that control specific muscles. When it reaches the nerve, it temporarily stops it from releasing signals to the muscles. Without communication, the targeted muscles relax, allowing the skin to become smooth and lose its creases. This ability to relax nerve signals makes it beneficial for treating medical conditions like muscle spasms and migraines. 

When Will I See Botox® Results?

Because it takes the botulinum toxin a few days to reach your facial nerves and become active, your Botox® results will typically take a few days to appear. Most people will start seeing results after three to four days as their lines and wrinkles start to fade. Full results can continue to develop for a few more days. 

Once established, Botox® results usually last three to six months. Each person responds somewhat differently to this treatment, and people who have been having treatments for a while may see their results last a bit longer than someone new to Botox®. Your expert injector will discuss what you can expect and help you schedule your next session to keep your results looking refreshed and youthful.

Is There Any Downtime After Botox®?

One of the factors in the popularity of Botox® is the lack of downtime. You can return to work and most of your usual activities immediately after your treatment. However, you should avoid rubbing or touching your face, lying down, or strenuous exercise for 24 hours after receiving Botox®. 

You may notice minor redness, swelling, or bruising in the injection area that can last a few days after your session. However, these are usually minimal and do not keep people from resuming their daily routine without downtime. 

Am I a Good Candidate for Botox®?

Despite the name, botulinum toxin is safe and works effectively for almost anyone. Most healthy adults can receive Botox® for lines and wrinkles. Good candidates want to address expression lines without surgery and have realistic expectations. Candidates range widely in age, with some people starting preventative Botox® in their 30s and others starting decades later. Men and women can enjoy the benefits of this wrinkle-smoothing treatment.

TAKE THE FIRST STEP

Want to learn more about what you can expect from Botox®? Please fill out the form on this page to request an in-person consultation, and one of our knowledgeable medical staff members at Stile Aesthetics will reach out to you promptly. You can also call our office directly at (702) 243-9555.

Stile Aesthetics serves Las Vegas, NV & Surrounding Areas.

*Individual results may vary