Hi. I've had Botox done on my forehead just between my eyes about 5 weeks ago. Now I am in Italy and using factor 50 sun cream. However it seems like ecaxtly where the chemical is injected it has created a pigment mark that looks like a map. Why did this happen and what can I do? Will this fade as the chemical gets absorbed by my body or will it stay forever? Thank you. L
Answer: Sun and Botox Botox is injected into facial muscles and would not cause any hyperpigmentation. Botox only affects the movement of facial muscles. This mapping you are describing sounds like melasma or brown spots. 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. Regards Anil Shah
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Sun and Botox Botox is injected into facial muscles and would not cause any hyperpigmentation. Botox only affects the movement of facial muscles. This mapping you are describing sounds like melasma or brown spots. 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. Regards Anil Shah
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Answer: Sun and Botox Your pigment issues are not related to the botox. Botox is a purified protein injected into the muscle- it does not cause skin discoloration.
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Answer: Sun and Botox Your pigment issues are not related to the botox. Botox is a purified protein injected into the muscle- it does not cause skin discoloration.
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September 27, 2016
Answer: Botox I am sorry you are experiencing this issue, but it is not likely from Botox. Botox is injected into the muscle and wouldn't cause pigmentation issues. It is more likely a skin condition such as melasma causing your issue. See a dermatologist or plastic surgeon in your area for treatment options.
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September 27, 2016
Answer: Botox I am sorry you are experiencing this issue, but it is not likely from Botox. Botox is injected into the muscle and wouldn't cause pigmentation issues. It is more likely a skin condition such as melasma causing your issue. See a dermatologist or plastic surgeon in your area for treatment options.
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August 31, 2016
Answer: Botox and Melasma The pigmentation is unrelated to Botox. Melasma is a common pigmentation problem that often affects the forehead. Unfortunately, it is a difficult problem to cure. Getting it under control requires strict sun protection, Retin A, hydroquinone, and chemical peels. I also recommend Heliocare, which is a fern extract that is an antioxidant and helps with protecting the skin from the sun. See link
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Answer: Botox and Melasma The pigmentation is unrelated to Botox. Melasma is a common pigmentation problem that often affects the forehead. Unfortunately, it is a difficult problem to cure. Getting it under control requires strict sun protection, Retin A, hydroquinone, and chemical peels. I also recommend Heliocare, which is a fern extract that is an antioxidant and helps with protecting the skin from the sun. See link
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August 31, 2016
Answer: Botox and sun
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