I’m sure many of you have heard of BOTOX. People from all walks of life are scheduling treatments. With over 7 million procedures performed just last year, BOTOX is the number 1 minimally invasive cosmetic procedure. BOTOX is in a category of injectables called neuromodulators. It is made from a purified toxin that is naturally…
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A Guide to Good BOTOX® in the East Bay
People in Bay Area communities are looking for something less Kardashian-esque in their cosmetic treatments. According to RealSelf.com, “getting work done in San Francisco is very hush hush.” The goal is not to look like you’ve walked out of a magazine ad, as it is in some other California locations (we’re looking at you, LaLa…
Setting the Record Straight: What Can BOTOX Really Do?
BOTOX hit the cosmetic scene in 2002, and its prospects for facial rejuvenation quickly made it a household name. But that’s far from the whole story, and nearly 15 years later, its list of potential uses keeps growing, making it a nonsurgical option for multiple conditions. As research continues to reveal new possibilities for BOTOX,…
Our Surgeries, Ourselves: What the Plastic Surgery Stats Tell Us
Each year, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons®, or ASPS, releases statistics that detail exactly which procedures Americans underwent during the previous year. Compiled from data provided by thousands of ASPS member surgeons throughout North America, these statistics provide valuable insights into who’s having what — as well as trends that can help us predict…
Surprising Ways BOTOX® Is Changing the Face … of Medicine
When BOTOX burst onto the cosmetic scene in 2002, it took the world by storm. It seemed like the product was everywhere, and it rose to massive popularity as more and more people discovered its ease of use and effectiveness. BOTOX belongs to a class of drugs called neuromodulators. According to the BOTOX page of…
BOTOX® & Friends: A Guide to the Best Complementary Treatments
BOTOX Cosmetic has established itself as one of the country’s best-loved aesthetic treatments. Its remarkable effectiveness and noteworthy safety record have made it a favorite wrinkle treatment for men and women alike. But when it comes to improving your skin, BOTOX often works best when paired with other treatments. According to the website of the…
Bogus BOTOX® Is Back: How to Protect Yourself
BOTOX Cosmetic is the wrinkle banisher and beauty essential of Hollywood stars and regular folks alike, with a reputation as the ultimate quick fix for signs of aging. Unfortunately, at least for BOTOX, popularity breeds corruption. While BOTOX was once offered only by dermatologists and plastic surgeons, you can now find it at spas, gyms,…