No decrease in botulinum toxin efficacy was found when patients were treated with laser therapy immediately after BTX-A was injected compared to when laser therapy was performed before BTX-A was injected.
Conclusion: Patients may be treated with several nonablative lasers and IPL or RF devices immediately after botulinum toxin injection without loss of efficacy or other apparent untoward effect.
Bear in mind that more rapid Botox breakdown, and thus a shortened duration, can result from high metabolism and increased physical activity levels, especially in the muscle belly area.
At LaserAway, we offer two of the most popular neuromodulators: Botox and Xeomin.
IPL treatments are safe to combine with other procedures, such as chemical peels, microneedling, or Hydrafacial. This combination approach may enhance overall results, particularly if a patient has multiple skin concerns. In addition, IPL also pairs well with injectables such as Botox and dermal fillers.
The heat from this type of treatment will not affect dermal filler. High frequency ultrasound, radiofrequency, or CO2 lasers also will not melt filler.
Regarding botox, RF microneedling is totally the wrong way to go about it: it has no specific action against botox.
When used together, these treatments can address multiple signs of aging more comprehensively. Botox smooths dynamic wrinkles caused by muscle movement, while lasers rejuvenate the skin's overall appearance. Combining these procedures can lead to a more youthful and refreshed look, often with minimal downtime.
As such, Botox injections suppress the targeted wrinkles, making you look younger. Botox has a lifetime of 3 to 4 months, after which the results dissipate. Once the Botox wears off, you need maintenance doses to retain the results. There's a common misconception that Botox makes you look older when it wears off.
That said, we will recommend scheduling the treatments on different days and likely begin with your BOTOX treatment; this will help you see an immediate, dramatic improvement in your appearance and allow your aesthetician to tune your laser treatment to target your remaining concerns.
This is probably the first question an unhappy patient will ask. Unfortunately, there is no reversal treatment for Botox. Unlike dermal fillers that can be reversed by injecting hyaluronidase, there is no procedure to “undo” Botox.
This is what we have noticed makes Botox wear off faster: Intense exercise or anything that speeds up metabolism (think HIIT training and hot yoga) Acupuncture– a small group of clients getting acupuncture had results lasting 3-4 weeks less than regular clients.
There is some concern that microneedling could make Botox less effective. One study found that there was a decrease in the effectiveness of Botox when it was combined with microneedling, but more research is needed to confirm this finding. Overall, the research on this topic is inconclusive.
While sun exposure is known for aging the skin and increasing a patient's risk for skin cancer, it is not known to interfere with Botox treatments. However, sun exposure can increase the need for cosmetic injectables such as Botox to maintain a youthful appearance.
The good news is that IPL procedures do not typically impact fillers.
Botox cannot be reversed
Botox is actually an irreversible treatment. Once it's injected, botox binds to certain receptor sites on nerve endings. This prevents the nerves from activating the muscles. Botox binds to these sites permanently, and there's no known treatment that can reverse the effects.
Muscle Atrophy and Adaptation: After long-term Botox use, some facial muscles may experience mild atrophy due to limited activity. This can actually benefit patients who prefer a smoother look, as muscle activity that causes wrinkles is minimized.
Celebrities often pick alternatives like Dysport, Xeomin, and Juvederm. These fillers add volume or reduce wrinkles differently than Botox. They're popular for their varying effects and durations.
No decrease in botulinum toxin efficacy was found when patients were treated with laser therapy immediately after BTX-A was injected compared to when laser therapy was performed before BTX-A was injected.
Can You Combine Botox And Laser Treatment? If you ask the question: Is it possible to combine laser and Botox injections? The answer is yes—you are able to do so! Dermatologists said that combining these procedures might provide you with an even superior outcome.
Ideally, Botox should be injected at least two weeks before laser treatment, so the new collagen is remodeled into smooth skin. Laser treatments do not “melt” fillers so they can be injected two weeks before laser or at least two weeks after the laser treatment once the skin has healed.
Avoid Too Much Sun Exposure
Sun damage can reverse the benefits of Botox by breaking down collagen and causing more lines and wrinkles. The results of Botox can last longer if patients commit to sun protection after treatment. Wear the correct sunscreen and seek shade when possible.
Does RF microneedling break down fillers? RF microneedling has the potential to affect dermal fillers, but this depends on several factors, including the type of filler, the depth at which it was injected, and the settings used during the microneedling procedure.
Prolonged exposure to UV rays accelerates the aging process by breaking down collagen and elastin in the skin, which are crucial for maintaining its elasticity and firmness. This damage can diminish BOTOX®'s results, making it less effective over time.