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Think of BOTOX® Cosmetic as your personal time traveler for your skin. It’s a purified protein that, when gently introduced, gives those fine lines and wrinkles a nudge towards relaxation. The science lies in its ability to ease the muscles…

At LaserAway, Botox appointments are scheduled for 30 minutes, but the actual treatment time can definitely be shorter. The area(s) being treated will receive six to eight Botox injections depending on your preferences. Botox, with a few tiny injections, can…

In 2022, BOTOX® Cosmetic celebrated 20 years! Their patients continue to grow, with approximately 100 million vials sold since 2002 in the United States alone. If you’re ready to join millions of BOTOX® Cosmetic fans, schedule a consultation with our…

Patients report that BOTOX treatments are very tolerable and they only experience a few seconds of mild discomfort as the Botox enters the injection site. The general feedback from patients is that the specially designed syringes and experienced clinicians make…

Scars from acne can often seem like a double punishment. First, there were the pimples, and now you’ve got the scars as a reminder. Wonderful, isn’t it? Varieties of Acne Scars It’s important to remember that not all acne is…

DO YOU HAVE DEEP LINES AROUND YOUR MOUTH? A very common part of aging, these deep vertical lines can sometimes appear more prominent than others. If you have these deep vertical lines on your face and are looking to improve…

WHICH OF THE TWO IS BEST FOR FINE LINES AND WRINKLES? Both Botox and glycolic acid peels do two very different things. It really all comes down to your unique needs! In fact, they can be used in conjunction with…

Botox is not unnatural, it’s basically made from the bacteria that causes botulism, otherwise known as botulinum toxin type A. This may sound scary, but it’s totally not! Since bacteria is natural, Botox isn’t considered to be a synthetic substance…

No, generic or black-market Botox is not safe. Because it’s not FDA-approved or regulated, it can cause serious complications, including facial paralysis, drooping eyelids, nerve damage, and infection. What Is “Real” Botox? Botox is a prescription neuromodulator made from botulinum…

No, Botox should not “freeze” your face, when it’s done correctly. To put it more simply, Botox injections temporarily relax – not freeze – the facial muscles that cause wrinkles. Botox is a neuromodulator that works by attaching itself to…

Do injectables like Botox hurt more than a bee sting? You’re anxious, we get it. Who would want a needle pointed at their face, after all? But there’s really no need to panic – injectables definitely do NOT hurt more…

These popular neuromodulators are actually very similar! Both Botox and Xeomin use botulinum toxin to relax the underlying muscles that cause wrinkles. So what’s the difference between the two products? For one, Botox has added proteins to preserve the botulinum…

Myth: You Can Become Addicted to Botox Not true, right? Right… for the most part. While you can’t become physically addicted to Botox, you can become psychologically addicted. Botox is miraculous, but you can definitely have too much of a good…

Have wrinkles started to appear around your eyes, frown lines, forehead, and mouth? Have you noticed fine lines that weren’t there before? Are you freaking out about it? Then let’s get you familiar with Botox. THE BOTOX TIMELINE Botox is…

Myth: Botox causes brain damage. The response to this common worry is complicated. Although there have been stories in the media attempting to link Botox to brain damage, there’s no concrete evidence to suggest that Botox actually does. That being…

CAN BOTOX HELP WITH EXCESSIVE UNDERARM SWEATING? Yes, it can! Heavy underarm sweating is a very real issue. Luckily, effective treatments exist — namely, Botox. DON’T SWEAT IT! For some, excessive sweating can affect the entire body, and for others,…