The secret ingredient of Anti-wrinkle injections is Botulinum toxin type A. It is a highly purified natural protein that relaxes muscles by temporarily blocking the nerves signal to the muscle. With the muscle relaxed the overlying skin becomes smoother and less wrinkled. Brand names of Botulinum Toxin are Botox, Dysport and Xeomin. At Skin on Forty-Five, our highly trained team can advise you on which brand might suit you be and we stock multiple brands to make sure we can get the best results for you.

No severe complications after cosmetic use of Botox have been reported in the literature when administered by a trained doctor or nurse in an accredited medical facility…. EVER. It has been used internationally for over 20 years and has been used in NZ for its cosmetic benefits since 1997 with over 20million treatments worldwide. Very rarely excessive weakening of the target muscles and paresis of adjacent muscles can occur, resulting in facial weakness. This is self-limiting. As with all medical procedures, complications can occur and this is why you should always have it administered by a trained Doctor or Nurse in an Accredited facility.

The most common use for Botox is for the reduction of wrinkles, especially in the upper face. The most common areas include the forehead, frown line and crows feet.

Other uses for Botox include:

Excessive sweating or “hyperhidrosis”. It is injected under the skin and prevents the sweat gland muscles contracting and thus sweating. The effect can last for up to 12months and is becoming increasingly popular.
Botox is also an effective treatment option for migraines. Studies have shown that 50% of recipients had a reduction of 70% in the number of days affected by headache when using repeated doses of botox.
Many other uses for Botox exist in medicine including treating muscle spasms and teeth grinding

Botox is injected into or around the muscles that cause the wrinkles, using a very small needle. Several injections are usually needed at specific sites, depending on the area treated. When used to treat excessive sweating in the armpits, Botox is injected directed into the skin under the arms. Localised discomfort and bruises can occur, but no sedation or pain relief is required. Normal activities can be resumed immediately.

The treatment is quick and simple, and takes approximately 15 to 20 minutes, there is no downtime, and no anaesthesia required so you can come in your lunch break and drive back to work afterwards.

You may notice some redness which will subside over approximately 15-20 minutes, and some people may experience a minor headache or bruising. If it’s your first treatment, you might have a ‘tight’ feeling or a sort of ‘heavy’ sensation (particularly with the forehead lines), this should subside within a week or so. If you do have some redness or slight bruising, a dusting of powder mineral makeup will quickly correct this.

Botox usually takes effect 24-72 hours after injection, with maximum effect at about 1 to 2 weeks. Its relaxing of the underlying muscle generally last for approximately 3-4 months. Different companies and injectors claim better longevity but there is significant inter user variability. We offer multiple brands to ensure our clients get the best results for them. Sometimes longer lasting effects (9-12 months) are seen after treatment of excessive sweating. When a gradual fading of the treatment effect is noticed you may return to have another treatment.

The use of Botox is contraindicated in people with neuromuscular disorders such as myasthenia gravis, those who are taking certain medication, pregnant or breastfeeding women, those with infection or inflammation at the proposed site of injections and bleeding disorders.

Xeomin® is a Prescription Medicine containing 50, 100 units of incobotulinum Type A, purified Botulinum toxin type A complex for injection. It is used for the treatment of frown lines on the forehead, lateral periorbital lines and horizontal forehead lines in adults. It should be administered only by trained medical professionals. Talk to your specialist about the benefits/risks of this procedure in appearance medicine. Xeomin treatment lasts about four months and further courses of treatment may be necessary. Cautions: people receiving blood thinning medicines, care at the proposed injection sites, pregnancy and lactation. Possible side effects: headache, pain, swelling or infection at injection site, local muscle weakness including drooping eye lids, lack of feeling & nausea.
Treatment last for up to 4 months.
You will need to pay for this medicine. Discuss with your specialist if Xeomin is right for you. For more information or for a copy of CMI please contact the NZ distributor: Merz, Sydney. Distributed by Healthcare Logistics, Auckland

Botox® is a prescription medicine for the treatment of frown lines , horizontal forehead lines and crow’s feet round the eyes.
Botox® has risks and benefits.
Ask your doctor if Botox is right for you. If you have side effects, see your doctor. You will need to pay for Botox® and clinic fees will apply.
For details on precautions & side effects consult your healthcare professional or the Consumer Medicine Information (CMI) at www.medsafe.govt.nz .
Botox® treatment lasts about 4 months and further courses of treatment may be necessary.
Should only be administered by trained medical professionals.
(contains botulinum toxin A 50,100 & 200 units)
Allergan (NZ) Limited, Auckland.