Botulinum Toxin

Botulinum toxin, commonly known as Botox, is a neuromodulating protein that can be injected into muscle to weaken or paralyze it for a period of time.

Toxin softens and prevents existing wrinkles by relaxing the facial muscles it is injected into.

Toxin can be injected very quickly (in a matter of minutes) but Nurse Sophie likes to take time assessing your face and doing a full consultation so prepare for a 45 minute first-time appointment.

Botulinum toxin is the generic name but it is well-known by other brand names such as Botox, Xeomin, Dysport, Nuceiva, Xeomin, and Letybo.

You will start noticing results 3-5 days after injection and it can take up to 14 days for the full effect. Free touchups are offered at the 14 day mark if the results aren’t perfect. You can expect results to last 3-4 months.