We all want to look young for as long as possible, and Botox and preventative Botox has proven numerous times over that it is still one of the most popular options to keep your face from showing carrying the signs of your years.
Many celebrity stories have put the spotlight on what happens when you stop Botox. We answer questions such as “can you stop Botox once you start”, “what will happen to my muscles if I stop” and “will the effects be so much worse than if I never had it”?
Is it Advised to Stop Botox at Some Point?
It is your personal choice if you wish to stop receiving Botox injections at any point. We will always advise you to continue if you have become used to your “ageless appearance”. You can continue to receive Botox at any age. If you discover you have a neurological disorder, or become pregnant, it is best to ask your doctor for advice before going for more Botox.
Will My Wrinkles Come Back Immediately and Worse?
When you stop Botox sessions, as your body absorbs the toxin as per usual, you will start noticing signs of aging coming back, which you can expect of course. What is a fallacy is that the wrinkles or effects would be ten times worse had you never received Botox. The fact that you received injections regularly will, in fact mean that the muscles have adjusted, and your wrinkles will not look as bad as they would have without Botox.
What Are Long-Term Effects of Botox on My Skin?
Done by professional hands, you should not experience damage or changes to your skin from long-term use of Botox. How you take care of your skin, your skincare routine, and any other treatments such as chemical peels or derma rolling can all contribute to how your skin looks and feels. Botox itself would not alter your face shape or skin permanently.
Are There Side Effects in Terms of Muscle Function?
Botox interrupts signals from muscles to your brain so that they can remain dormant and don’t contract – thus not forming wrinkles on the skin. After years of Botox, these muscles will be weaker to a slight degree than the ones used in a normal state. This, however, is seen as a positive by users as it thus also means that wrinkles that come back that will be caused by these muscles, are less intense. You don’t want these muscles to be active again in any case.
Can I Get Other Treatments With Botox?
Botox is a long-term process to keep your face in a youthful state. We will be there to assist you every step of the journey. We will advise you on what other treatments can be complementary to Botox (such as laser treatments or fillers), which should best be avoided, and how to take care of yourself when you decide to incorporate more treatments into your routine.
What Should I Consider Before Stopping Treatments?
It is always best to ask yourself a few questions when you stop a treatment that has become part of your life.
· Why do you want to stop?
· What influenced your decision to stop?
· Are you pregnant or breastfeeding?
· Do you have other skin or health concerns?
· Are you on a new medication?
· Are you stopping other treatments as well?
By answering the basic questions for yourself first, you can also more easily get to a decision before stopping or coming in to consult with us about your concerns about stopping Botox injections. We can also have a better understanding of what the effects will be on the body and skin if you are receiving other treatments you are going cold turkey on as well.
Is There a Best Time to Start Botox?
Any signs of aging can already start showing up in your late 20s, so as preventative Botox and the luxury of you never having to see your skin age, you can start Botox injections then already. It is easier to prevent wrinkles from forming and keeping the right muscles from contracting, than it is to get the active muscles to relax. So it does make sense to start treatments early if you wish to keep your youthful appearance.
Book your consultation with us today, and we can discuss any concerns or long-term plans you have for Botox sessions and start your journey to more radiant, youthful skin.
