Why Does Botox Take Time To Work

Botox is one of the most famous aesthetic beauty treatments. It has a long history of creating smoother skin and even being used preventatively to prevent wrinkles from forming.

So, what is Botox, and how does it work?

Botox is an anti-wrinkle injection that helps to ‘dull’ the signals between nerves and muscles. When injected into areas that see lots of movement – expressive wrinkles formed by actions like frowning or smiling – it limits that movement, effectively ‘relaxing’ the face.

How quickly does Botox work?

It takes a couple of weeks post-treatment to really see results because Botox has to reach the cellular level of the muscle—in other words, it has to work its way in! Timing also varies between patients, between injected areas, and between amounts used. Thicker skin may also take longer to see results.

How long does treatment take?

It depends on the number of areas being treated, but typically an appointment lasts under an hour. Of course, you’ll also need a consultation ahead of treatment, partly because Botox is a prescription-only medicine and partly because a consultation is always part of the treatment process here at our London aesthetics clinic.

Can I have other treatments alongside?

Yes, but we’d discuss these with you during your consultation. Because anti-wrinkle injections treat wrinkles caused by movement, we might offer dermal fillers to treat those caused by sun damage. Whatever we recommend, it’s worth knowing that we’d never suggest a treatment we felt wasn’t needed or was unsuitable.

What are the pros and cons?

To give you some idea, the pros include smoother-looking, more youthful skin and wrinkle prevention; the biggest negative is that, as with all aesthetic treatments, you’ll need repeat sessions to prolong results. However, Botox can last anywhere from 3 to 6 months (depending on how quickly your body breaks down the ingredients), so it’s fairly long-lasting.