In recent years, BOTOX® has received a great deal of media attention for its ability to solve a variety of concerns, from crow’s feet and brow lines to overactive sweat glands and migraines. Now, it turns out, BOTOX may also help save your marriage and your relationships. W Magazine recently published an article called “BOTOX Saved…
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FDA Approves Botox for Chronic Migraine Headaches
Yesterday, the Food and Drug Administration announced approval for Botox to be used as a preventive treatment for chronic migraine headaches. The approval means that therapeutic treatments with Botox could begin to surpass the number of cosmetic treatments. People suffering from chronic migraines regularly experience an intense throbbing pain in one area of the head, a condition…
Botox for Men Becoming More Popular
Bro-tox, Botox for male patients, is more popular than ever, reports ABC News. Actor Johnny Markoudakis told ABC that he got Botox injections in his forehead and around his eyes, and a week later people told him he looked more refreshed. But Bro-tox patients include more than just actors, models and metrosexuals, according to ABC. For instance, Marc…
Allergan Educates Consumers on Facts About Botox
Actress Courtney Thorne-Smith has teamed up with Allergan, the maker of BOTOX® Cosmetic, to educate consumers on peoples’ perceptions of the famous injectable. Allergan reports that since FDA approval almost ten years ago, the number of women who believe that BOTOX is an effective way to treat frown lines between the eyebrows has increased from…
Evidence Shows Botox Cosmetic May Help Treat Depression
The most popular cosmetic treatment in the world, Botox Cosmetic, is now believed to treat depression as well. Research shows that this effect may occur regardless of the treatment of facial lines and wrinkles. A recent USA Today article details several research breakthroughs that point to an emotional benefit of Botox Cosmetic injections for many patients. In addition…
Rejuvenating the Face and Eyes to Lose That Tired Appearance
Do your eyes appear puffy or swollen at all times? Do people frequently ask if you’re tired or stressed out? If these issues sound familiar and they cause you grief, perhaps it is time to do something about it. When effective treatments are available, why go on tolerating such conditions? Facial plastic surgeon Dr. Samir…
First Anti-Wrinkle Pills Appear Promising
Pop a pill for better skin and fewer wrinkles? It appears so according to the New Scientist, which reports the first anti-wrinkle pills appear to be effective at reducing crow’s feet in trials. The three-a-day capsules use blends of natural foods extracts that are said to work by activating the genes that improve skin tone. Independent…
So Many Wrinkle Fillers: Which One Is Right?
Many of us remember when collagen was first FDA approved for cosmetic use back in the early 80’s. Back then people considering the treatment were hopeful about looking younger, but mostly scared about allergic reactions, painful injections, and swelling. These days we have a much greater assortment of of safe and effective dermal fillers to choose from….
Décolletage Rejuvenation Uses Botox to Smooth Cleavage Wrinkles
Botox is not just for the face anymore. ABC News in New York City reports it is being used to rejuvenate the chest area too. As a woman ages, the skin between her neck and chest may become crepey and wrinkly. Some cosmetic surgeons are using Botox to battle cleavage wrinkles. “If you look at princes and queen and gowns,…
Why Do People Use Botox or Wrinkle Fillers?
Researchers with the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) have used patient survey data to give us some insight about why patients choose wrinkle treatments. Researchers sent questionnaires last March to 687 patients who had received Botox and/or dermal filler treatment. The following statistics illustrate the opinions of the ‘typical’ patient. Who is the ‘typical’ patient? According to the…
