BOTOX®

BOTOX Cosmetic is a simple, nonsurgical, physician-administered treatment that can temporarily smooth moderate to severe frown lines between the brows in people from 18 to 65 years of age. It is the only treatment of its type approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

One 10-minute treatment--a few tiny injections--and within days there's a noticeable improvement in moderate to severe frown lines between the brows, which can last up to 4 months. Results may vary.

BOTOX Cosmetic is a purified protein produced by the Clostridium botulinum bacterium, which reduces the activity of the muscles that cause those frown lines between the brows to form over time.

In 2005, almost 3.3 million procedures were performed with FDA-approved BOTOX® Cosmetic.

Botox Cosmetic may also be used to soften the lines on the face, especially the frown lines, forehead lines, and crow's feet. Innovative uses include elevation of the brows (Botox Brow Lift), softening the lines under the eyes as well as opening the eyes, lip augmentation and elevation of the corners of the mouth.