I have been getting Botox injections (approx 25 units) every 8 months. Approximately 5 months ago I started using Minoxidil 2% once daily on my eyebrow area (and I'm just starting to see results). I am due to get Botox in the forehead/glabellar area in 6 weeks. Should I discontinue the Minoxidil temporarily before/after the injections? Thanks in advance.
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It is unlikely that the symptoms you describe are from the Botox injections as they didn't begin until 8 weeks after treatment. Botox is used sometimes to actually treat headaches and migraines. I would recommend seeing your PCP if the headaches continue.
Baby Botox is a term used to describe using smaller doses of Botox than is typical to treat a given area. The result is a softening of the muscle activity in that area, but the patient retains movement. This method is used primarily for wrinkle prevention. Speak with your injector to learn wh...
It is not uncommon for this to happen because often times the concern for dropping the eyebrow is very real so the placement of Botox is done higher than it should to avoid flattening the eyebrow- hence this funny movement of the eyebrow/forehead can happen. The good news is that this can ...