In 2018 alone, there were over 7.4 million BOTOX® treatments performed in the United States alone, making it one of the most popular minimally invasive cosmetic procedures. While this popular treatment option is often associated with wrinkles and hiding the signs of aging, you don’t have to wait until the lines are showing to make an appointment. BOTOX offers benefits from as early as your 20s to as late as your 60s and beyond.
Preventative Measures in Your 20s
In your 20s, wrinkles and signs of aging are probably not at the top of your to-do list. But maybe they should be. In your 20s, you may start to notice fine lines when you frown, smile or squint. These wrinkles, known as dynamic wrinkles, appear due to muscle movement. BOTOX injections target these muscles, relaxing them and reducing the fine lines that occur. In your 20s, small doses of BOTOX injections can help keep these muscles relaxed and potentially reduce the development of these lines as you age.
Keep Wrinkles from Setting in During Your 30s
When you hit your 30s, you may start to notice those fines lines even when you aren’t smiling or frowning. You have also had more years of exposure to sun, environmental toxins, stress and alcohol, which can contribute to premature wrinkles. In this case, BOTOX treatments are similar to those in your 20s in that they could help prevent these dynamic wrinkles from setting in.
In addition, the corners of your eyes may be starting to show signs of crow’s feet. BOTOX can help soften these fine lines and give them a more natural and youthful look.
Prevent Wrinkles from Becoming Deep Set in Your 40s
As your 40s hit, unfortunately so do more defined wrinkles. Collagen production starts to decrease and what were once fine lines may be appearing more deep-set and noticeable.
Again, extra exposure to the elements and unfavorable habits can increase these wrinkles and signs of aging. While you may try anti-aging creams, you may not find the results you desire. At this age, BOTOX is perfect for treating those lines that are surfacing around your eyes, your forehead, or your frown lines. Treatment at this stage could help prevent them from becoming deeper set.
Soften Those Deep-Set Wrinkles in Your 50s
In your 50s, chances are menopause may be a factor and that can significantly impact your skin and the development of wrinkles. Lower levels of estrogen often cause skin to dry out and become less elastic, making wrinkles easier to develop. At this age, BOTOX injections can help soften and minimize deeper set-in wrinkles, giving a more youthful appearance.
Freshen Up and Soften Wrinkles in Your 60s
No matter how much you have taken care of your skin, avoided the sun, or led a stress-free life, by your 60s the breakdown and decline of collagen will likely have caused wrinkles. At this stage, BOTOX won’t be able to turn back the clock to your 30s, but it can help soften your wrinkles and give you a fresh and natural look.
BOTOX is not reserved for later in life and starting treatments early can have its benefits. Keeping wrinkles at bay and keeping a fresh, youthful appearance works for everyone, no matter what age.
WellSkin Medical Spa in Dallas is dedicated to providing patients with premier beauty treatments for optimal skin health and beauty. Founded by Licensed Medical Aesthetician Tonja Wells, WellSkin relies on advanced technologies to deliver refreshed skin, a better complexion, and even an enhanced body, all without surgery, stitches or scars.
The med spa offers today’s latest non surgical cosmetic enhancements, including BOTOX Cosmetic, injectable fillers, laser hair removal and facial treatments.
