Botox is a non-surgical cosmetic procedure that can treat various cosmetic issues such as frown lines, wrinkles and crow’s feet. Botox can also give you a fuller lip, so called Botox lips, which is one of its most popular uses. As well as the cosmetic benefits of Botox it is also used to treat non-cosmetic problems including Botox for sweating.
For those thinking about Botox one of the most commonly asked questions is whether or not Botox hurts. For some people this is not an issue but for the squeamish people amongst us then they need to know! Generally speaking, most people experience only slight discomfort as the needles that are used are extremely thin. The thinner the needles the less discomfort you are likely to feel and some of the needles used are as fine as an eye lash! You can check with your practitioner how thin the needles are that they are using to put your mind at rest.
Your practitioner is also likely to numb your skin before administering the Botox injections using an ice pack or local anaesthetic cream. This is especially the case if it is your first time or if you are apprehensive about the treatment. Often people returning for repeat treatments require no numbing of the target area at all.
Following your Botox treatment some people experience slight sensitivity and redness at the injection site but this is not the case for everyone. The vast majority of people experience no after effects at all and Botox side effects are extremely rare. You really should not be put off having Botox because you are worried about the pain or the needles involved. The process only takes a few minutes and if you look away from where the injections are being made you will be pretty much be unaware of what is happening. Just ensure your practitioner has the relevant experience and qualifications to treat you with Botox.
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