Botox is a safe and effective wrinkle treatment. Botox injections can smooth away wrinkles and make fine lines disappear. But that’s not all! Botox is also one of the best preventative treatments that can stop wrinkles before they even form
## Botox Targets the Underlying Cause of Wrinkles
One of the reasons Botox is so incredibly effective is because it targets the cause of wrinkles. Fine lines and wrinkles begin below the skin, in the muscles. It starts with a signal from the brain telling the muscles to move. When you smile, laugh, or frown, the muscles in your face make the overlying skin scrunch up. Over time, this movement creates lines and creases in the skin that deepen into wrinkles.

The key to preventing wrinkles is to stop the muscle movement, allowing your skin to stay smooth and wrinkle-free. Botox does just that. Botox injections contain botulinum toxin, a chemical that relaxes the target muscle. Botox can block the signal before it reaches the muscle, so the muscle doesn’t move. When this muscle relaxes, the fine lines and wrinkles fade as the skin tightens over these areas. 
## Wrinkle Prevention Techniques
There are several ways you can prevent wrinkles before they become deep creases in your skin: 
A healthy diet gives your body, and your skin, all the nutrients you need for a glowing complexion. With nutritious meals you can promote collagen production and skin elasticity. 
Regular exercise improves blood flow and can help you maintain healthy skin. Improving your circulation helps your body carry important nutrients everywhere they need to go, including the skin cells that give you flawless skin.
Drinking lots of water rehydrates your body and your skin. It can help you hydrate from the inside to decrease the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. 
Limiting your sun exposure will also protect your skin. UV light can damage your skin, cause sunspots, or lead to dry, irritated skin.
Moisturize your skin daily to provide hydration and protection. Creams and serums can repair damage as well as promote skin health and prevent wrinkles. 
## Botox Gets to the Root of the Wrinkle
Fine lines and wrinkles are a part of the natural aging process, often appearing in your late 20s or early 30s. Even the best self-care routines can’t prevent wrinkles altogether. But Botox can address the source of the wrinkle, targeting the muscles under your skin. When these muscles relax, you’ll see smoother skin that makes you look as young as you feel. 
## At-Home Botox for Luscious Skin
Botox is a non-invasive treatment that only takes a few minutes. You don’t need surgery or a facelift to see the results you want. Botox injections are an effective way to smooth away wrinkles. It’s also the perfect preventative treatment, relaxing muscles before they crease your skin. Millions of people get Botox every year and love their results. Are you ready to find out if Botox is right for you? Book a virtual consultation with our doctors to discuss your personalized care plan.

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