Small folds on the skin immediately reveal a woman’s age. They are difficult to disguise even with professional makeup. Therefore, girls after 20 years of age carefully take care of their delicate skin, use popular products and choose the Botox procedure under the eyes. It can be an alternative to surgery, minimize health risks, and help get rid of wrinkles that are located under the eyebrows, descending to the cheeks, or forming unaesthetic bags.
Botox around the eyes helps solve the problem of facial wrinkles and correct other imperfections. The skin in this area is very delicate, it is difficult to correct, the lack of fat affects it, but injections relieve facial expressions and muscle tension. After the injections, the outer part of the eyebrows is raised and the folds of the eyelids are removed. Indications for the process are muscle hyperreactivity.
Action and composition of Botox
The anti-aging properties of botulinum toxin were discovered in the treatment of diseases associated with increased muscle tone (treatment of strabismus). After therapy with this remedy, an improvement in the external condition of the skin was noted, as well as a smoothing of facial wrinkles. Later, this substance was added in minimal concentrations to injection preparations, which is sufficient to eliminate skin defects by relaxing facial muscles.
The effect of the drug lasts for 4-7 months, depending on the characteristics of the body, the experience of the specialist and compliance with the prescribed recommendations. After several months, Botox begins to gradually be eliminated from the body, returning the skin to its original state, so experts recommend correction every 7-9 months.
Also, the drug contains, in addition to botulinum toxin, additional components that enhance the effect and increase the duration of action.
The main advantage of Botox injections under the eyes is the short recovery period, as well as a minimal list of contraindications. In addition, when the drug takes effect, patients lose the habit of frowning and control their facial expressions. It is worth noting that Botox is not able to smooth out wrinkles caused by age-related changes and due to deterioration of the skin caused by the sun.
Myths about Botox
The first such anti-wrinkle products appeared around the 90s of the last century. These were imperfect products that were often introduced by cosmetologists without proper education. Many celebrities today openly say that their first experience using drugs based on toxins was unsuccessful, and the Internet is filled with photographs of disfigured faces.
All this has led to the idea that Botox injections are something terrible in the minds of ordinary people. But in modern aesthetic medicine, perfect means are used that are absolutely harmless. They are completely eliminated from the body without leaving a trace.
Some of the most common misconceptions about Botox injections include:
- botulinum toxin is a dangerous substance that can cause a terrible disease. People who die from botulism ingest the toxin in large quantities. In rejuvenation products, this substance is contained in doses that cannot have a negative effect on the entire body. The impact of one injection applies only to a specific area of the face;
- Botox for wrinkles leads to a large number of side effects. In fact, this is only possible if the procedure was performed by an unqualified specialist who is not familiar with the anatomy. Undesirable effects can also occur when using low-quality drugs;
- Botox injections are addictive. Indeed, some addiction occurs, but it is more psychological than physical. The body does not react physiologically to repeated administration of the drug. But the client himself gets used to seeing his youthful face in the mirror and wants it back;
- after the injection of botulinum toxin, the face becomes stony, like a lifeless mask. This effect was observed at the dawn of the use of Botox for wrinkles. Modern drugs do not affect facial expressions; after the procedure, the client can, as before, express emotions;
- Regular administration of Botox leads to muscle atrophy. The dosage of the drug in each specific case is calculated by the doctor based on the individual characteristics of the client, as well as the result that needs to be achieved. The selected doses cannot lead to complete muscle atrophy; the drug only blocks nerve impulses for a short period.
If you want to restore youth to your face with Botox injections, then contact only trusted specialists. The medical department employs certified doctors who have undergone additional training and are skilled in working with botulinum toxin-based drugs.
How are Botox injections performed under the eyes?
Botox is a drug whose main substance is botulinum toxin, which blocks nerve impulses to the muscle, which contributes to its temporary paralysis. The dosage of this toxic substance in the drug is so small that it is not capable of causing harm to the body, but at the same time it is enough to relax facial muscles. It is worth considering that Botox injections around the eyes are not always effective and can eliminate age-related changes. Botulinum toxin retains its effect throughout the entire period of removal from the body - about six months, after which the folds appear again.
To eliminate wrinkles around the eyes with Botox, 10-20 minutes are usually enough. After placing the patient in a cosmetology chair, the specialist cleanses the skin of cosmetics and impurities, then applies a local anesthetic drug.
To administer Botox, an insulin syringe with a thin needle is used, which allows for minimal damage to the skin and reduces pain. In most cases, the procedure does not cause any discomfort to the patient, but local anesthesia may be used for maximum comfort. Botulinum toxin is administered in several ways: intramuscularly and subcutaneously at pre-marked points. Upon completion of the procedure, to avoid swelling and bruising, an ice bag is applied to the injection site. The maximum effect can be seen after 1-2 weeks.
What to do if you don’t like the result
The effect of botulinum therapy becomes noticeable the next day after the procedure. The skin gradually becomes smoother, facial wrinkles disappear. But not all people are satisfied with the result. This is not about the work of doctors, but about one’s own perception of one’s reflection in the mirror.
For example, Jane Fonda admitted that her face changed so much after Botox injections that it became alien. The actress decided that it would be better to see her aging face. This opinion also has a right to exist, but most people who have used Botox for facial wrinkles are satisfied with the results of the procedure.
And yet, what to do if the result of the procedure was not what you imagined it to be? Answer: nothing. You need to wait a few months, after about 3-5 months the Botox will be completely removed from the body, and the face will return to its original appearance.
How are Botox injections done?
Botox around the eyes is used only after preliminary preparation, medical examination and exclusion of contraindications. At a preliminary consultation, the cosmetologist examines the skin, identifies defects and determines the required dosage of the drug.
A week before the procedure, you should stop taking antibiotics and drugs that worsen blood clotting. It is also necessary to avoid visiting the sauna and bathhouse, as well as playing sports and any physical activity, which will allow the drug to be evenly distributed under the skin.
It should be noted that the procedure should be carried out only by a qualified specialist, since it requires a certain technique and experience of the doctor.
Botox under the eyes is administered in the following steps:
- The skin is cleansed of cosmetics and impurities using a special product.
- Injection points are marked.
- An anesthetic gel is applied.
- Using a syringe with a thin needle, the drug is injected into the area around the eyes.
- The skin is treated with an antiseptic, which reduces the risk of infection in microtraumas.
Types of hyaluronic fillers
Juvederm
The gel is used to correct nasolabial grooves, as well as to enlarge and change the shape of the lips and eliminate nasolabial folds. The result lasts up to six months.
Surgiderm
Gel with a longer action – up to a year. It can also be used to inject into the nasolabial folds and fill deep longitudinal wrinkles on the forehead.
Radiesse
Radiesse is used by cosmetologists for volumetric facial contouring. It does an excellent job of eliminating hollows under the eyes, contouring cheekbones and facial contours. Thanks to its composition, it will delight you with an effect for up to 1.5 years.
Restylane
The longest lasting gel. It is very often used to restore volume under the eyes. A repeat visit to a cosmetologist on this issue can be postponed for two years!
The use of biopolymer - non-absorbable - gels in cosmetology has gradually disappeared. Their presence in tissues often leads to inflammation and deformation. The biopolymer can only be removed surgically - and this almost always takes place in several stages.
How many units do you need?
The dosage of Botox for the procedure depends on the number and severity of wrinkles, body characteristics, skin tone and the age of the patient.
When calculating the dosage for correcting the area around the eyes, the symmetrical administration of the drug is taken into account, pointwise on the orbicularis muscle, located near the outer corner of the eye, which allows you to make your eyes open.
To eliminate fine wrinkles around the eyes, you will need 6 to 18 units of Botox for each side. It must be remembered that the maximum dosage of the drug should not exceed 250 units at a time.
Alternative solution
While Botox is a popular, time-tested procedure, learn about other ways to reverse the appearance of age around the eyes. Start with home treatments, get rid of bad habits, establish proper sleep and rest patterns, and walk more in the fresh air.
Ask your cosmetologist about more modern means for getting rid of wrinkles under the eyes. You can try laser facial resurfacing at a spa, which will help get rid of fine wrinkles. Do mesotherapy, photorejuvenation, biorevitalization procedures, which are more gentle, but at the same time have no less effect than Botox.
When to start
Smoothing out wrinkles occurs due to straightening and relaxation of facial muscles. It was noted that the use of botulinum toxin from the age of 30 significantly slows down the aging process of the skin, the appearance of wrinkles and the deepening of existing ones. Botox is not only a method of eliminating defects, but also preventing skin aging. The procedure is allowed from the age of 18, since due to the individual characteristics of the skin, lifestyle and type of aging, at this age there may already be wrinkles that can be smoothed out quite easily with the help of Botox. For preventive purposes, Botox is indicated at the age of 25-30; a specialist injects a minimum dosage of the drug into the emerging wrinkle, which helps stop the process of its deepening.
Indications and contraindications for the procedure
Botox is used for the following indications:
- small wrinkles around the eyes;
- decreased tone of facial muscles;
- ptosis of the eyelids, correction of the shape and bend of the eyebrows;
- elimination of facial asymmetry;
- elimination of strabismus after surgery.
Botox is often used during the recovery period after plastic surgery.
But, like any drug, Botox injections have a number of contraindications:
- hypersensitivity to the components of the drug;
- if antibacterial therapy was administered less than 2 weeks ago;
- menstruation;
- recovery period after surgery;
- acute diseases;
- infectious or inflammatory diseases;
- lactation period;
- pregnancy;
- diseases of the endocrine system;
- chronic forms of lung disease;
- soft tissue ptosis;
- blood clotting disorder;
- disease of the neuromuscular system.
Some of the contraindications are temporary, which allows you to carry out a little later.
In what cases is Botox contraindicated?
Botox injections are strictly prohibited for the following conditions:
- hemophilia;
- myasthenia gravis;
- the presence of infectious and inflammatory diseases;
- period of exacerbation of a chronic disease;
- intolerance to the drug substances.
Temporary contraindications include:
- taking medications that impair blood clotting;
- antibacterial therapy;
- breastfeeding period;
- pregnancy.
The main contraindication is alcohol, since it is completely incompatible with Botox; the body’s reaction to their combination is unpredictable. Experts recommend refraining from drinking alcohol for two weeks before and after the procedure.
Side effects of botulinum toxin
Incorrect technique and dosage of the drug, as well as failure to comply with the rules prescribed by the doctor, can lead to the development of the following complications:
- allergy;
- the appearance of bruises or hematomas;
- numbness of skin areas;
- swelling or drooping of the eyelids;
- pain at the injection site;
- puffiness under the eyes;
- headache.
Most of the side effects are a normal reaction of the body that goes away after a few days.
With repeated administration of botulinum toxin, antibodies are produced, which leads to the ineffectiveness of the procedure. Sometimes after Botox injections dizziness and nausea appear, and much less often an infectious process develops in the respiratory tract.
If the dosage of the drug is exceeded, facial asymmetry, sagging eyelids and drooping of the edge of the eye may be observed.
Benefits of non-surgical correction
Each of the methods described above has its own characteristics, but all of them are good in that the patient does not require long rehabilitation. Compared to blepharoplasty (surgical rejuvenation of the eyelids), hardware and injection techniques also have a more affordable cost. The procedure can be done at any time - even during your lunch break at work. There is no need to change your usual rhythm of life.
To make an appointment for removal of bags under the eyes in Moscow, contact our clinic by phone. or +7 965 332-88-30. We are located at: Marshala Rybalko Street, 2, building 6 (North-Western Administrative District, nearest metro station Oktyabrskoye Pole and MCC Panfilovskaya).
The Clinic of Cosmetology and Dermatology “BL” employs experienced cosmetologists who will quickly select the optimal correction scheme for your case.
