Botox is one of the most common wrinkle treatments out there. Women and men are adding Botox to their skincare routines and enjoying the amazing results. But there are a lot of myths about Botox and exactly what it doe
## Myth: Botox Makes Your Face Look Frozen
Many people are reluctant to get Botox because they’ve heard the myth that Botox makes your face look frozen. If you get a large dose of Botox from a poorly trained injector, you may see some negative effects.
 
But the truth is that Botox doesn’t make you look frozen or emotionless. Botox does not paralyze your face. Certain muscles at the injection site are weakened so they don’t move as much. When these muscles are relaxed, you’ll notice fewer wrinkles and smoother skin. But most of the muscles in your face move as usual. After Botox, you can still make every emotion, including smiling, frowning, or looking surprised. 
## Myth: Botox is Painful
Botox is an injectable, so needles are involved. However, Botox needles are incredibly fine so they’re less painful. Most people compare Botox to a pinch or a tingling feeling. Botox doesn’t really hurt. But if you’re worried about the pain, your injector can use a topical anesthetic to numb the area before the injection, so you won’t feel any discomfort. 
## Myth: Botox is Toxic
Botox is a completely safe cosmetic and medical treatment that has FDA approval. It’s well established as a safe and effective treatment option with very few side effects, and an extremely low risk of serious side effects.

The word toxic comes from botulinum toxin. Botox contains a small dose of purified botulinum toxin, along with a saline solution. This toxin acts on targeted muscles, causing these muscles to relax. In very large doses, the botulinum toxin can be toxic. But in small doses, the toxin is not dangerous.
## Myth: Wrinkles Get Worse After Botox
You might be worried that wrinkles will get worse after you’ve had Botox, but that’s another myth. The truth is that Botox isn’t permanent. You’ll see results for three to six months, and after that, your natural wrinkles will start to come back.

Botox can actually make wrinkles less noticeable, even after the Botox wears off. If you get Botox treatments for several years, your muscles learn to stay relaxed. Even when Botox wears off you may notice fewer wrinkles.
## Myth: Botox is Just a Cosmetic Treatment
Botox isn’t just for wrinkles! In fact, Botox has FDA approval to treat several medical conditions. Botox relaxes muscles so it can treat any condition where muscles are overly active. Botox can treat chronic migraines, excessive underarm sweating, overactive bladder, teeth grinding, and more.
## Myth: Botox Will Build Up in the Body
Botox treatments are temporary. That’s because the body naturally breaks down Botox over time. After three to six months, all the Botox in your body gets metabolized so the effects of Botox wear off. If you don’t get another Botox injection, the muscles will all regain their normal range of motion, and you’ll see wrinkles reemerge. No Botox remains in the body or builds up over time.
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