It’s Botox, Bitches!

I’m a big proponent of Botox and have Botox injections, but it’s a serious beauty treatment, and there are several things you should know before you get it. 

More than 30 years ago, Botox was originally used to treat crossed eyes and twitching eyes, and it’s even been used in children with Cerebral Palsy. In 2002 Botox Cosmetic gained FDA approval for use in the forehead to treat wrinkles. 

Botox works by disabling nerves from telling your muscles to contract, which is what create certain wrinkles – the ones between your eyes, in your forehead, and around your eyes. 

Here’s what you should know about Botox:

Make sure you are receiving Botox Cosmetic
Currently, Botox Cosmetic is the only Botulinum toxin A that is FDA approved for cosmetic use. Before you receive your treatment, don’t hesitate to ask to see the box and bottle of the Botox.

Botox Cosmetic is not cheap
Allergan, the maker of Botox Cosmetic, currently charges all of its buyers $505 per 100 unit vial.  Most of  people got between 20 and 80 units, depending on the severity of their wrinkles.

Botox injections require skill and practice You must be a Nurse or Doctor, however any type of Doctor can take a weekend course in Botox and then be able to inject it. Botox must be injected very precisely, and skill and practice are necessary for good results. 

Ask if the results are guaranteed

While every patient is different and won’t get the same exact results, there are several factors that can effect your treatment. But see if you can get some sort of guarantee in writing, so that you don’t get Botox that fades after two weeks, and you’re out a lot of money.

Continued use of Botox and Side EffectsSince Botox Cosmetic hasn’t been around that long, no one really knows what its long term effects will be. It’s recommended to get Botox every 4-6 months.

 Make sure to tell your Botox provider what medications you are on before the treatment, and don’t drink alcohol before the treatment. 

Botox parties may be fun (if you get a skilled injector) but you don’t want to be drinking at them! Don’t lie down for 4 hours after the injections, and don’t rub your face.

 The good thing about Botox is that while you have it, it will prevent your wrinkles from getting worse, so you are sort of stopping the clock.

PLEASEEE.....Just DON'T do it too MUCH!!!

Some people  go to FAR.....

Remember that terrible mother who said she gives Botox and "virgin waxes" to her 8-year-old daughter to improve her chances at beauty pageants? Kerry Campbell an aesthetician who regularly injects botulims into her daughter's face, and says she's doing nothing wrong.

just crazy ....