Botox And Fillers

Botox and fillers are two of the most common ways people combat wrinkles through technology. Both Botox and fillers produce results that typically last for several months before needing to be repeated. Both of these procedures involve only a little pain and can be done on an outpatient basis, usually on a lunch break. Increasing demand has brought prices down to manageable levels in recent years, so that even young people in their late 20s and early 30s are exploring these cosmetic opportunities.

Botox and fillers produce similar results but work in different ways. Botox is made from the botulinum toxin and essentially paralyzes the muscles in the area in which it is injected. As the muscles become tight and immobile, they smooth out, causing the skin above to smooth out as well. As long as a person isn't able to move that part of her face, she won't be able to crinkle her skin and produce more wrinkles.

Fillers actually fill in the sagging dermal layers under the surface of the skin with a synthetic collagen substitute. When the dermal sags are filled in, the skin plumps up again and the appearance of lines and wrinkles is eliminated. There are several different kinds of cosmetic fillers now on the market.

Botox and Fillers for a More Youthful Appearance

Getting training in performing these procedures will open up career opportunities for people just entering the cosmetic field and will enhance the businesses of those already in the field. Full training in Botox and fillers is available from National Laser Institute.