Botox Treatment London

Not at all – that’s actually our biggest pet peeve! The ‘frozen’ look comes from poor technique or using too much product, not from Botox itself. We use sophisticated techniques that target specific parts of muscles rather than paralysing them completely. This means you can still move your face naturally whilst enjoying smoother skin.

We believe the best Botox is invisible Botox – where you look refreshed and well-rested, not ‘done’. During your consultation, we’ll show you exactly how we’ll keep your natural expressions whilst smoothing those wrinkles. Our patients often tell us their friends notice they look great but can’t work out what’s different.

Botox doesn’t work instantly – it’s more of a gradual process. Most people start seeing subtle changes within 24-48 hours. By days 3-5, you’ll notice more improvement, with the full effect kicking in by day 14. This gradual onset means you won’t shock anyone with a sudden change!

For first-timers, results usually last 3-4 months. With regular treatments, many of our patients find it lasts 4-6 months as their muscles get used to being more relaxed. How long it lasts depends on things like your metabolism, how strong your muscles are, and your lifestyle. Very active people or those with strong facial expressions might find it wears off a bit quicker.

Most people are pleasantly surprised by how comfortable Botox is. We use the tiniest needles – they’re like acupuncture needles – so you just feel a little pinch that lasts a second. The whole treatment involves about 10-20 quick injections over 10-15 minutes.

If you’re particularly sensitive, we can apply numbing cream first, though honestly, most people don’t bother. Many patients don’t even close their eyes during treatment! Some areas like crow’s feet can be a bit more sensitive than others like the forehead, but overall it’s very manageable. We can also use ice before and after if you’d like. The fact that people come back every few months tells you it can’t be that bad!

When done by qualified professionals, Botox is very safe. The most common side effects are minor – things like temporary redness or tiny bumps where we’ve injected (these disappear within 30 minutes), a mild headache for a day or two (happens to about 1 in 10 people), or occasionally a small bruise that’s easily covered with makeup.

More significant but rare side effects can include a temporary droopy eyelid or eyebrow (happens in 1-2% of cases and goes away within 2-3 weeks), flu-like symptoms, or slight asymmetry. Serious problems are extremely rare when proper technique is used.

During your consultation, we’ll go through your medical history to check for any risk factors. We’ll give you clear aftercare instructions to minimise any risks, and our advanced techniques make complications very unlikely. If you have any concerns afterwards, we’re always here to help.

Botox works best for people bothered by expression lines – those wrinkles that appear when you move your face. It’s brilliant for forehead lines, frown lines between your brows, and crow’s feet, though we treat lots of other areas too.

Good candidates have realistic expectations. Botox smooths out expression lines but won’t fix sagging skin or deep static wrinkles (those need different treatments). You should be in good general health with no neuromuscular conditions, and we don’t recommend it if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding.

Really deep, etched-in lines might need a combination of treatments for the best results. Age doesn’t really matter – we treat people in their 20s who want to prevent wrinkles and those in their 70s who want to soften existing lines. During your consultation, we’ll work out whether Botox alone or a combination approach would work best for you.