So, is Botox bad for you?
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That’s not to say your entire face will atrophy.
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“There are plenty of muscles that are working full time to allow for normal facial expression.”
She adds, “If given a break from Botox, muscles will regain strength.”
The study says that to avoid this, it’s best to ask for fewer units than recommended.
This might mean exposure of subdermal veins between areas of normal thickness.
“Discussing a proper skin regimen and integratingdaily sunscreencan reduce this risk,” Farber says.
The long-term effect here is never having wrinkles form in the first place.
“On expression, the forehead may even appear like hills and valleys,” she says.
Thats the beauty of Botox."
(FYI, the glabella is on your forehead above and between your eyebrows).
The bottom line: Your best bet is to consult a board-certified dermatologist before taking the full plunge.
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