How Lines and Wrinkles Can Form

• Movement of brow muscles causes the skin to crease

• Summary

corrugator muscles corrugator muscles

procerus muscle

As skin becomes less elastic over time, repeated frowning creates visible lines and wrinkles

How Botox Cosmetic Works

• Botox is a natural and purified protein that relaxes the muscles by blocking nerve impulses

Once the muscles are at rest, the skin becomes smoother, creating a more natural and relaxed appearance

Dramatic Results… That People Notice

• After 30 days, nearly 90% of BOTOX® Cosmetic patients surveyed rated the improvement in their brow lines as moderate to better

• For many patients, BOTOX® Cosmetic virtually “erases” these lines

before after

Botox Injection Sites

• Forehead

• Frown lines

• Crows feet

• Lower eyelids

• Perioral

• Chin

• Neck

What to Expect From a Botox Cosmetic Procedure

• This simple 10-minute procedure consists of a few tiny injections

• No anesthesia is required, although you may be advised to numb the area with a cold pack or anesthetic cream prior to injecting

• Discomfort is minimal and brief—most patients compared the sensation to a bug bite

• There may be slight temporary bruising at the injection site, which can easily be covered up with makeup