What are wrinkle relaxing injections?

The substance used wrinkle-smoothing injections has been used in medicine since the 1950s. It was not however, until the 1980s that it was first approved by the FDA for therapeutic use. When expertly injected in to the facial muscles, wrinkle relaxing injections help to smooth facial lines which occur when we frown, laugh and make other expressions. 

What happens during a wrinkle relaxing treatment?

Your skin will be cleansed and we will ‘mark’ with a white skin pencil, where we feel that the product will be best placed, for optimum, natural looking results. One this has been done, tiny injections, using a very fine needle, will be administered.

Does a wrinkle relaxing treatment hurt?

The needles used for this treatment are extremely fine, and the injections are placed quite superficially, therefore you should not feel any significant discomfort. 

When will I see the results from my wrinkle relaxing treatment?

Initial results can usually be experienced after 24 to 72 hours. After which, your wrinkles should continue to smooth. until optimum results are seen at 2 weeks. We offer a 2 week follow-up appointment to review your results. 

How long do the results from wrinkle smoothing injections last?

This all depends on several factors:
  • Your individual metabolic response to the treatment (some people find the treatment lasts longer than others)
  • Your age and skin quality
  • Your lifestyle choices (sun-exposure, pollution and smoking can reduce the longevity of your results)
  • How much you exercise (strenuous or intensive exercise can affect the longevity of your results)
  • How many times you have had this treatment in the past (some people can build a tolerance to the product, over time)
  • Your physical & emotional health (illness or stress can reduce the longevity of your results)
  • The quality of the product used (we only use FDA – approved, medical-grade products at Nish Clinic)
  • The injection technique used (we are medically-qualified and highly-trained to administer a safe and correct wrinkle relaxing procedure, here at Nish Clinic)

On average, expect the results from your wrinkle relaxing treatment to last between 3 and 4 months.