Botox, short for Botulinum Toxin Type A, is a purified neurotoxin protein produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. Botox is widely known and used in aesthetic medicine to reduce the appearance of facial wrinkles and fine lines. It works by temporarily relaxing the muscles that cause dynamic wrinkles, such as frown lines, crow’s feet, and forehead wrinkles. By blocking nerve signals to these muscles, Botox prevents them from contracting, which smoothens the skin and reduces the formation of lines and wrinkles.

While Botox primarily works on muscles, Botox Dermalift or superficial Botox injections (placed into the dermis rather than deep muscles) can cause micro-contraction of the skin. This creates a subtle lifting and tightening effect, particularly around areas like the jawline, cheeks, and neck. In this approach, the skin’s tension is slightly increased, which helps improve the overall firmness and tone of the skin, giving a tighter and more lifted look.

Botox Dermalift uses botulinum toxin to achieve skin tightening and lifting by relaxing targeted facial muscles. This non-surgical, minimally invasive approach helps to smooth wrinkles, improve skin firmness, and enhance facial contours.