Botox is the most popular non-surgical cosmetic treatment to reduce fine lines and wrinkles by paralyzing the underlying muscles. Botox is a neurotoxin derived from Clostridium botulinum – an organism found in the natural environment where it is pretty much inactive and non-toxic.

Results will be evident within 3 to 10 days. The interesting thing about Botox is that it tends to work fairly well even up to the third month, as a procedure that might last a very short time at full strength and then go away quickly (filler injections such as Restylane, Perlane, or Juvederm tend to last approximately six to 12 months, depending on the amount used).