What Botox Actually Does
Botox is a purified form of botulinum toxin that temporarily relaxes the small muscles under your skin that cause certain wrinkles to form, particularly ones caused by repeated facial expression.
At Mayflower Aesthetics, Botox is one of the injectable treatments offered under our anti-ageing programme, alongside dermal fillers and skin boosters, as part of a plan tailored to your face and your goals.
Common Areas We Treat
Forehead Lines
Horizontal lines across the forehead that appear when you raise your eyebrows.
Frown Lines
The vertical lines that form between the eyebrows, sometimes called "elevens."
Crow's Feet
Fine lines that fan out from the outer corners of the eyes, especially noticeable when smiling.
What to Expect
The treatment itself is quick, usually done within a single visit, with no downtime for most patients. Results are not immediate. They develop gradually over several days as the muscle relaxes, and they are temporary, generally lasting a few months before the effect fades and a repeat treatment is needed to maintain the look.
Individual results vary depending on your skin, the area treated, and your facial muscle activity. Dr. Ashini Bhatt will talk you through realistic expectations for your face specifically, before any treatment is given.
Frequently Asked Questions About Botox
Most people describe it as a brief pinch at each injection point. The needles used are very fine, and the whole treatment is usually over within a few minutes.
The effect is temporary and generally lasts a few months before it gradually fades. How long it lasts for you specifically can vary, and Dr. Ashini Bhatt can talk you through what to expect based on the area treated.
Most people return to normal activity right away. Mild redness or small bumps at the injection sites can happen and usually settle within a few hours.
There is no fixed age. Some people start early to soften the lines that come from repeated expression before they set in, others come in later once lines are already visible at rest. It depends on your skin and your goals, which is exactly what the consultation is for.
Done well, Botox should soften lines without changing how your face moves in an obvious way. The dose and placement matter a great deal, which is why treatment is performed by a qualified medical professional who assesses your specific facial anatomy first.
Book Your Consultation
Talk to Dr. Ashini Bhatt about whether Botox is the right fit for you, and what a natural-looking result would involve.