Today, the concept of "changing one's face" through medical aesthetics has become widely accepted. Many women with fuller or larger faces turn to facial slimming injections, hoping this technique will help them achieve a "smaller face" or "V-shaped face."
So, is the claim that just three injections can achieve facial slimming really reliable?
The primary ingredient in facial slimming injections is botulinum toxin, which works by temporarily relaxing facial muscles to achieve the desired slimming effect. Typically, results begin to appear gradually after a single injection, usually taking about two weeks to fully manifest. The effects of one injection may last only around six months. To maintain the slimming effect, subsequent injections are required once the initial results fade.
Why do these injections require repeated sessions? Because once the active ingredients are absorbed and broken down by the body, the effects disappear. Only through repeated injections can the active components remain present in the targeted skin areas. Therefore, permanent results are impossible—don't believe the advertising claims made by various media outlets. No matter how many times you've had the injections, once the active ingredients wear off, another session is necessary. Otherwise, your face may return to its original shape.
Will facial slimming injections always be effective?
These injections primarily target the masseter muscles—the most developed facial muscles. By acting on the muscle nerves, they gradually reduce the size of specific facial muscle tissues, thereby achieving a slimming effect. Thus, their effectiveness is highly targeted. Not all facial structures will see significant slimming results from these injections; they are most effective at refining faces with enlarged masseter muscles.If facial fat deposits are prominent, slimming injections are likely ineffective. In such cases, alternative aesthetic procedures should be considered for facial contouring.
3. Who should avoid facial slimming injections?
(1) Patients with certain medical conditions
Individuals with specific health issues should exercise caution if their condition could worsen due to the injections. For example, patients with neuromuscular disorders, chronic diabetes, or chronic hypertension should consult their doctor before proceeding and obtain approval.
(2) Women during physiological periods
This includes menstruation, pregnancy, and lactation. Medical aesthetic procedures are generally not recommended during these periods.
(3) Other cases
Individuals taking aspirin, those with allergies, and patients with mental health conditions are also unsuitable candidates for facial slimming injections.
The above points address key considerations for facial slimming injections. It's important to note that after treatment, patients should avoid consuming hard-to-chew foods to prevent interference with botulinum toxin efficacy and ensure optimal results.