Can Botox affect or worsen pigmentation issues like melasma?
Answer: Does Botox Affect Melasma Botox is injected into facial muscles and would not cause any hyperpigmentation. Botox only affects the movement of facial muscles. Melasma or brown spots are not caused by Botox. Injecting Botox will not make your hyperpigmentation worsen. I would make sure to wear a hat and sunscreen. Topical creams, chemical peels, IPL, and lasers are all a good options to lighten the pigmentation of the skin.
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Answer: Does Botox Affect Melasma Botox is injected into facial muscles and would not cause any hyperpigmentation. Botox only affects the movement of facial muscles. Melasma or brown spots are not caused by Botox. Injecting Botox will not make your hyperpigmentation worsen. I would make sure to wear a hat and sunscreen. Topical creams, chemical peels, IPL, and lasers are all a good options to lighten the pigmentation of the skin.
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December 28, 2009
Answer: Melasma not an issue with Botox Melasma is a common, frustrating, chronic condition that is usually accompanied by much emotion. Thankfully, Botox/Dysport treatments will not exacerbate the condition.
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December 28, 2009
Answer: Melasma not an issue with Botox Melasma is a common, frustrating, chronic condition that is usually accompanied by much emotion. Thankfully, Botox/Dysport treatments will not exacerbate the condition.
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March 22, 2009
Answer: Botox and Melasma Thanks for your question -
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March 22, 2009
Answer: Botox and Melasma Thanks for your question -
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February 12, 2009
Answer: Botox does not exacerbate melasma Botox has not exacerbated melasma. If a numbing cream is applied prior to the administration of Botox and should an irritation occur from this application, then melasma could be worsened. Any physical irritation or rubbing or sunexposure can worsen the melasma.
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February 12, 2009
Answer: Botox does not exacerbate melasma Botox has not exacerbated melasma. If a numbing cream is applied prior to the administration of Botox and should an irritation occur from this application, then melasma could be worsened. Any physical irritation or rubbing or sunexposure can worsen the melasma.
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February 10, 2009
Answer: There should be no relationship between Botox and melasma Melasma, or the 'mask of pregnancy', is discoloration or hyperpigmentation patches usually around the cheeks, nose, and upper lip. It is best treated or improved with cessation of oral contraceptives, intense pulse light lasers, hydroquinone or agents such as Cosmelan. Botox has no effect on melasma. Botox is a neurotoxin that will improve dynamic wrinkles by relaxing or temporarily paralyzing muscles.
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February 10, 2009
Answer: There should be no relationship between Botox and melasma Melasma, or the 'mask of pregnancy', is discoloration or hyperpigmentation patches usually around the cheeks, nose, and upper lip. It is best treated or improved with cessation of oral contraceptives, intense pulse light lasers, hydroquinone or agents such as Cosmelan. Botox has no effect on melasma. Botox is a neurotoxin that will improve dynamic wrinkles by relaxing or temporarily paralyzing muscles.
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