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Can a Shot Keep You Younger Longer?

Shape

(2008-02-01) Vol. 27, No. 6, P. 78;

Gluck, Didi; Koppelman, Liz



A growing number of plastic surgeons believe that regular Botox injections can keep facial wrinkles from forming. By temporarily suspending facial muscles, Botox prevents the repetitive movements, such as frowning, that can cause the creation of wrinkles. In addition, it also decreases the breakdown of collagens and elastic, the compounds that keep skin tight. Some doctors even suggest getting Botox injections prior to wrinkles appearing in order to avoid them.

Separately, facial cleansing oils are beneficial for skin, as oil in the product gets rid of oil in a person's skin. As such, they can benefit people who are susceptible to getting acne. People with sensitive skin can also reap rewards from using cleansing oils, as they are usually less acidic than other face washes. Some of the available brands are L'Occitane Almond Apple Cleansing Oil, which retails for $22; Origins Clean Energy Gentle Cleansing Oil, which sells for $18; and Shiseldo Ultimate Cleaning Oil, which costs $21.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Dr. Lista's POV on:

Can a Shot Keep You Younger Longer?

Botox is a powerful tool to treat existing facial wrinkles. Botox is especially important in preventing new wrinkles from becoming permanent skin creases.