Anti-Wrinkle & Muscle Relaxant Injections with
Botox® or Dysport®
A reliable and effective solution to minimise signs of aging and relaxes muscles to address common cosmetic concerns.
Concerns & Treatment Areas
At Zen Skin & Beauty, Botox® is a versatile solution used to address a variety of cosmetic concerns beyond just wrinkles.
Common Areas for Botox®:
The most frequent areas treated with Botox® include frown lines (glabella),Horizontal forehead wrinkles, and crow’s feet around the eyes. We use Botox® both as a preventative and corrective measure to soften and reduce these lines.
Additional Botox® Treatments:
Brow Lift – Relaxing the muscles between the brows naturally elevates the eyebrows, giving your eyes a more open, lifted appearance.
Lip Flip – By injecting small amounts of Botox® along the upper lip line, we can gently roll the upper lip outward, creating a fuller appearance without the need for dermal fillers. Note that this effect lasts 6-8 weeks.
Smile Lift- By injecting the depressor anguli oris (DAO) muscle (the muscle that pulls the corner of the mouth down) Botox® can lift the corners of the mouth to take away a droopy sad smile.
Gummy Smile – We target the muscles above the upper lip with Botox®, which relaxes them, reducing gum exposure when you smile.
Teeth Grinding (Bruxism) – Botox® injected into the masseter muscles (jaw muscles) helps reduce tension and clenching, providing relief for those who grind their teeth, especially during sleep.
Face Slimming – Botox® can slim down the face by reducing the size of overactive masseter muscles, often enlarged due to bruxism. This treatment results in a more contoured, feminine jawline.
Neck Lift – Botox® relaxes the platysma muscles in the neck, helping to smooth out prominent neck bands and enhance the jawline, effectively addressing signs of ageing in the neck area.
Excessive Sweating (Hyperhidrosis) – Botox® can help those who struggle with excessive sweating like the underarms, hands, or feet. This treatment can significantly reduce sweating and boost your confidence.
What is Botox®?
Botox® is a widely recognized injectable neurotoxin used in cosmetic treatments. At Zen Skin & Beauty, we also provide Dysport®, another brand containing the same active ingredient—Botulinum Toxin type A. Since Botox® is the most familiar name, we’ll refer to it when explaining how this treatment works.
How does Botox® work?
At Zen Skin & Beauty, Botox® is one of our most sought-after treatments. Using tiny needles, we inject Botox® into specific facial muscles to block nerve signals, preventing muscle contractions. This helps reduce wrinkles and smooth the skin for a refreshed, youthful appearance.
Is Botox® safe?
Yes, Botox® is extremely safe and has been trusted for over 20 years in both medical and cosmetic applications. It has no long-term side effects. In fact, Botox® has been used to treat conditions like muscle stiffness in children with cerebral palsy.
How long is the Appointment?
The actual injection process is relatively quick and you can expect any follow up appointments to take around 15-20mins. First time treatments can take a little longer due to the consultation, signing of consent forms and before photographs for your clinical records but usually no more than 30mins.
How long does Botox® last?
The duration of Botox® effects depends on the area treated, the number of units used, and individual lifestyle factors like metabolism and activity levels. Regular exercise may shorten the effect, but taking Zinc supplements could extend it. For anti-wrinkle treatments, results typically last 3-4 months. You’ll start seeing improvements within 3-14 days, with the peak effect around 4-8 weeks. For Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), results can last up to a year. Botox® is temporary, so if you stop treatments, your natural look will return within 3-4 months.
Does it hurt?
The procedure is quick and involves minimal discomfort due to the fine needle used. Most clients find it reasonably painless, but for added comfort, we offer options like ice and we are happy to take our time and go nice and slow according to what feels better for you.
Are there any side effects?
Botox® is a very safe and effective treatment with few side effects. You might experience minor bruising, redness, or a slight headache (which is rare and usually resolves in 24 hours). In rarer cases there can temporary brow/eyelid dropping.