Like everyone else, as we age, our faces change, and we become newer versions of ourselves. And with those changes, we often find that we have age lines or wrinkles that begin to make us look different than we once did.
Usually, women are the ones that turn to Botox in times like this to get rid of wrinkles or crow’s feet. However, this can be just as beneficial to men. Here’s a guide on what Botox is for men and how this treatment goes along with the change in masculine culture.
What Is Botox?
Botox is an FDA-approved cosmetic injection used to reduce fine lines and wrinkles. It’s become one of the most non-surgical procedures for men. The minimally invasive cosmetic service involves injecting botulinum toxin produced by the bacteria Clostridium botulinum into your face.
This is the same neurotoxin that causes botulism and food poisoning. However, it is generally safe in small and controlled doses by an experienced medical professional.
The Botox injections relax the facial muscles by blocking neurotransmitters that contract muscles associated with facial expressions. This will reduce the appearance of wrinkles and lines.
Your body will slowly metabolize the Botox, allowing the effects to appear within one to four days after the infection, and it takes about a week or two to reach its peak effect. Although this is not a permanent solution, the procedure is long-lasting, typically three to four months, and has minimal side effects.
How Is the Stigma of Men and Botox Changing?
Although women make up the vast majority of Botox consumers, this is becoming an increasingly popular trend for male grooming. The face of masculinity is changing due to many factors beyond the popular faces of Hollywood, including:
- Social media
- Online dating
- Living in a post-Covid world
- Advertising target audience change
- Still fighting ageism
