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Have you noticed how more and more people are interested in Botox treatments? Well, it is not just a result of superficial whims. The more intense sunlight that we see these days has increased the amount of lines and wrinkles that develop on our faces.

Dr Mariusz of Star Cosmetic Medicine in Sydney, Australia, says that as a result of this more intense sunlight, our skin is aging more prematurely, and we are also caused to squint more, which causes wrinkling around the eyes.

Dr Gajewski went on to explain that there are three main causes for skin aging. First off, the collagen and elastin fibres that keep your skin smooth and firm are damaged by exposure to the sun. Secondly, the modifications to skin texture and pigmentation caused by UV rays. And finally, the apparent movement of muscles below the skin’s surface that add to the lines.

The first two of these three issues can be largely prevented by the use of good quality sun protection, but that solution has no effect on the the third issue. To repair the damage done by the sun to our facial muscle movements, Botox treatment is required.

The most frequent areas for Botox injections are in the upper part of the forehead, the “frown” point between the eyebrows and the outer corner of the eyes. You may have already noticed lines and wrinkles in these areas on your own face.

For some people the lines merely show when they are making certain facial expressions, and for other people they show permanently. However, once lines and wrinkles have started to develop as part of some facial expressions, the facial muscles will begin to adapt and before long they will probably be permenant.

Having botox injections to improve your looks and self confidence is a relatively simple procedure to undergo. After having a series of small injections, administered by a doctor, in your affected facial areas, you are free to go home the same day. If you have just mild lines and wrinkles, you may only need just one round of injections; though you may need to visit your botox doctor several times if you have lots of lines or wrinkles, of if they are quite deep.

You do not have to concerned about side effects, as they are minor at worst. Dr Mariusz Gajewski says you should be prepared for slight swelling and temporary bruising. They are uncomfortable, rather than painful, and last for just a day or two after having a set of botox injections.

The only real problem with botox injections is when they are over used, so act with caution. Having the right levels of botox injected at the right intervals will give you fresher, firmer features, but get either the amount of botox, or the length of time between treatments, wrong, and there is a chance of you looking somewhat inexpressive and plastic.

If you would like Botox injections, remember that you need someone with the expertise and experience to determine where and how much to inject. Dr Mariusz Gajewski of Sydney’s Star Cosmetic Medicine suggests asking your GP or dermatologist for a recommendation.

Find out more about Dr Mariusz Gajewski and his botox clinic : Sydney Cosmetic Botox