Botox treatments
A relaxed appearance
Botulinum toxin is a muscle relaxant that can soften dynamic wrinkles and give the face a rested appearance.
What does botulinum toxin do?
Softens lines caused by movement.
Dynamic wrinkles become visible when muscles contract. On the face, these include smile lines, frown lines and lines created when raising the eyebrows. As we age, dynamic wrinkles can become static wrinkles, making lines permanently visible.
Botulinum toxin injections soften dynamic wrinkles by partially relaxing the muscles. This creates a relaxed and rested appearance.
Repeated botulinum toxin treatment can slow the development of deeper lines, also known as static wrinkles. Careful dosing can soften wrinkles and lines while retaining natural facial expression.
Botulinum toxin injections
- Soften dynamic wrinkles, creating a rested and relaxed appearance.
- Help prevent the development of deeper lines and static wrinkles.
Treatment areas
- Forehead lines
- Frown lines
- Crow’s feet
Treatment time
10–20 minThe treatment
A treatment takes 10 to 20 minutes. Using an ultra-fine needle, a small amount of botulinum toxin is injected into a facial muscle. Special syringes allow the amount to be dosed precisely to suit your anatomy and muscle strength.
After treatment
You can resume your daily activities straight away after treatment. The following aftercare instructions are important to maximise the effect and help prevent side effects. It is important that the botulinum toxin works in the intended place, i.e. where the injection was administered.
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Do not rub or massage the treated area on the day of treatment.
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Postpone intensive exercise until the following day.
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Do not lie flat or keep your head bent forward for long during the first 4 hours after treatment.
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Preferably avoid alcohol for 24 hours.
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Avoid direct sunlight for 24 hours, or protect the skin with SPF 50.
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Avoid saunas and sunbeds for three days.
Frequently asked questions
When will I see the effect of the botulinum toxin treatment?
The effect becomes visible after 3 to 7 days. The full effect is reached after 2 weeks.
How long does the effect of botulinum toxin last?
This varies per person; on average it lasts 3 to 4 months.
Are there risks to botulinum toxin treatment?
Because relatively low doses are used in cosmetic treatments, the chance of botulism-like symptoms is negligible. In addition, your doctor will ask about your medical history during the consultation to discuss and limit any risks. Side effects are generally mild and resolve on their own, such as a bruise, slight swelling or a mosquito-bite-sized redness at the injection site, or a headache.
Which brand of botulinum toxin is used?
Azzalure.
Azzalure package leaflet (PDF, Dutch)