Botox, widely used in cosmetic surgery, may be escaping deep into the body’s central nervous system. According to researchers from the University of Queensland, Australia, Botox – also known as Botulinum neurotoxin serotype A – is transported via our nerves back to the central nervous system. Botox is used to smooth wrinkles because it promotes… Continue reading Botox Ends Up in Our Central Nervous System
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What Your Cosmetic Surgeon Doesn’t Tell You
Plastic surgeons are perhaps the most “polished” of physicians. They are typically the best dressed, have the most effervescent personalities, the perkiest nurses, and offices ripped from the pages of Architectural Digest, in addition to stunning spouses. But what lies beneath the perfect facade? Are there trade secrets these plastic surgeons don’t dare even whisper… Continue reading What Your Cosmetic Surgeon Doesn’t Tell You
Are You Ready to Get Botox?
As people continue to look for ways to turn back the clock on aging, there is one effective treatment that has emerged as a leader in the field. Botox injections have become so popular that according to the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstruction Surgery, they are the most commonly performed non-surgical procedure among… Continue reading Are You Ready to Get Botox?
Winning the Wrinkles War
Wrinkles, a natural part of aging, are most prominent on sun-exposed skin, such as the face, neck, hands and forearms. Although genetics mainly determine skin structure and texture, sun exposure is a major cause of wrinkles, especially for fair-skinned people. Other factors, such as pollutants and smoking, also contribute to wrinkling. If your wrinkles bother… Continue reading Winning the Wrinkles War