Botulinum toxin
Freshness and prevention
A Rested Face, Not Frozen
Expression lines are part of life, but sometimes they can make us look unintentionally tired or upset. The application of botulinum toxin is the gold standard for softening the upper third of the face (forehead, frown lines, and crow’s feet).
My approach moves away from expressionless faces; I aim to relax the muscles strategically so your gaze opens up and your skin looks smooth, while maintaining your natural look. Additionally, we take advantage of its therapeutic properties to address functional conditions: it is excellent for relieving tension from bruxism, harmonizing a gummy smile, and controlling excessive sweating.
What is the procedure like?
We don’t use the same dosage for everyone. I’d like you to make some facial expressions (frown, smile, raise your eyebrows) so we can pinpoint exactly which muscles are the strongest and where we should apply the product.
We use ultra-fine needles (almost imperceptible) to administer small doses of the medication at strategic points. The procedure takes less than 15 minutes.
It’s an in-office procedure (“lunch-time treatment”). You can resume your daily activities immediately after your appointment.
You won’t see immediate results. The effects begin to show after 3–4 days and peak after 15 days, at which point we’ll schedule a follow-up appointment to ensure the results are perfect.
Tips for Your Well-Being
Before surgery:
Please arrive with the treatment area free of makeup to prevent infection.
Avoid taking aspirin or anti-inflammatory medications a few days beforehand to reduce the risk of small bruises at the injection sites.
After surgery:
Do not lie down or bend your head forward for the first 4 hours to prevent the toxin from spreading to other muscles.
Do not massage or rub the treated area for 24 hours.
Avoid strenuous physical activity, saunas, or extreme heat on the day of the procedure.
The results last between 4 and 6 months, depending on your metabolism and muscle strength.
