I just used a facial razor to dermaplane my face 8 days after receiving Botox in my forehead, glabella, and chin. There's mixed opinions online about when is okay to do this... some say a week and others two. What is the risk that I've actually moved the product around?
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Answer: I don't think you moved your Botox at all.
In general Botox can last from 3 months to about 6 months for most people. It can last a shorter amount of time for some, particularly active athletes and long distance runners, and can last longer for others. To check if your Botox is still working I would recommend trying to make the...
The asymmetry that you mentioned is very subtle. I know you stated you don't want Botox but that would be the best place to begin as it is temporary. If you don't like the results they will wear off. If you elect something permanent and don't like the results you can't go backwards.
There are many options that can be used to help contour the jaw. Fillers like Vollure are specifically designed for this area. Botox to the masseter muscle can help slim the jaw appearance. Another option is Morpheus8 treatments which combine RF technology with microneedling to improve...
