What is face slimming with botox?
Face slimming, also known as masseter botox, is a cosmetic procedure where botox is used to refine and slim the contours of the face. During the treatment, botox is injected into the chewing muscles, which may be larger or more prominent in some people due to overactivity or teeth grinding. The face slimming treatment targets the wide jawline and creates a balanced, soft V-shape.
If the contours of your jaw are angular or very wide, it can give a masculine appearance. This is often desired in men, but not usually in women. Wide jaw muscles prevent the V-shape in the face, which is considered the beauty ideal for women, giving a feminine and fresh look. You can endlessly watch YouTube videos where makeup artists show how to create this effect through "shaping." However, if you want a more permanent effect, you can shape your face with muscle relaxers to achieve that attractive V-shape. If you have a wide jawline, the jaw muscle treatment is a good solution.
Why face slimming?
Benefits of face slimming
- Slimmer face: With face slimming, you create a slimmer and more refined face without surgery. This is ideal for people with a wider jawline due to overactive chewing muscles, aiming for a softer, V-shaped facial contour.
- Subtle and natural results: The treatment offers subtle yet effective results. The botox gradually reduces the activity of the chewing muscles, leading to a naturally slimmer jawline without drastic changes.
- Non-invasive Face slimming with botox is a non-invasive procedure with minimal recovery time. You can almost immediately resume your daily activities after the treatment.
- Multifunctional: In addition to slimming the jawline, the treatment can also help with teeth grinding and jaw clenching, improving the comfort and health of your jaw.
- Fast procedure: The treatment takes only a few minutes, and you will see the full results within two weeks, making it a quick and efficient solution for a slimmer face.
Treatment: 15 min
Type injectable: Bocouture
Result: After 2 weeks optimal
Repeat advice: 3 times a year
Effect: Average of 3 months
During the treatment
How does face slimming work?
Your treatment begins with a short consultation where you present your wishes to one of our specialists. They will then determine the best treatment method and explain it to you. You can also ask any questions you may have. Once everything is clear, the treatment area is cleaned. You will then clench your jaw so that your practitioner can inject the botox in the correct spot.
This product relaxes the targeted muscle, reducing its activity. Once the botox has fully taken effect after two weeks, the muscle will weaken and become less prominent, resulting in a slightly slimmer jawline.
To bring back or create the V-shape in your face, this treatment is often combined with accentuating the cheekbones and chin through a filler. The proportion between the lower jaw and cheekbones is important for a soft, feminine look.
Result
Before and after result face slimming
Although we currently can't show photos, after a face slimming treatment with botox, you can expect subtle but noticeable differences. Before the treatment, your jawline may be wider and more prominent due to overactive chewing muscles. After the treatment, you'll notice that your jawline appears slimmer and more refined, with a softer V-shape. This gives your face a more balanced and elegant appearance. The changes are natural and provide a subtle enhancement to your facial shape.
After the treatment
Aftercare face slimming treatment
After your face slimming treatment with botox, it's important to give the treated area some rest. Avoid heavy exertion and pressure on the jaw muscles for the first 24 hours, such as chewing gum or teeth grinding. Also, try not to sleep on your face and avoid massaging or rubbing the injection sites. For the first 48 hours, it's wise to avoid intense heat, such as from saunas or tanning beds, as well as direct sun exposure. If you experience some mild swelling or bruising, don't worry; these usually go away on their own within a few days. Always follow your practitioner's specific instructions to ensure the best result.
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