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Botox: What Can You Actually Use It For?
It seems like every time I turn around, the FDA is approving another use for Botox, and some doctor in Hollywood is finding yet another off-brand thing to do with it, scary as that is. The number of uses for the stuff has gotten so mind-boggling that I still have a hard time wrapping my head around a lot of them. Can you guess which of these Botox uses is real, and which one is as fake as a pair of implants?
Meet the DIY Botox Lady
A woman in Texas has made a video instructing people on how to use those dangerous, dubious DIY Botox kits I told you about a while back. I hope she's a nurse, because she seems to have way, way too much experience with this, and she's terrifyingly cavalier about teaching people to inject themselves with botulinum toxin. Apparently, she sells this stuff, and is trying to be some sort of illegal prescription-injectables Lauren Luke.Do You Think Botox Is Common Among People Your Age?
Botox, typically reserved for the slightly older crowd seeking out a way to soften fine lines and wrinkles, is being called the latest trend women for in their 20s — even becoming just as common as hair coloring, estimates Dr. Gabrielle Caswell of the Cosmetic Physicians Society. A recent survey by the BBC found that the number of 30-or-younger women customers increased twofold over the past few years.
How Do You Feel About Doctors Who "Prescribe" Cosmetic Procedures?
I've been suffering a lot of dermatological trauma lately. After the Botox incident, I keep hearing stories about people who go to the dermatologist for routine care — think mole checks and the like — only to come out with pamphlets for fillers, injectables, and laser resurfacing. I'm all for doing what makes you happy when it comes to cosmetic procedures, but lately it seems like some doctors have morphed into pushy medispa aestheticians.
Would You Get Botoxed on a Boat?
When it comes to the swanky treatment, a vacation on a cruise ship might just be the answer, as cruise lines are offering up luxe services despite the lousy economy. Take Celebrity Cruises, for instance. In addition to offering lessons on foreign languages, mixology, Photoshop, and astronomy in its latest "Celebrity Life" package, the company also a has plans to add posh beauty treatments, including a 24-karat gold facial, Botox, Restylane, and Perlane.
Vanessa Williams Dishes on Botox and More
On Tuesday, I met with Vanessa Williams to talk about her recent Emmy nomination for Ugly Betty, fish pedicures, and Botox. Vanessa, who has always been very open about her use of the wrinkle-fighting drug, is currently making a few stops throughout the country for the Botox Cosmetic: Express Success Campaign, an educational tour that benefits the Dress For Success organization.
Have you ever wondered why Vanessa took the leap and admitted she uses Botox, or how it affects her ability to act?
Do You Agree With Rachel Weisz's Anti-Botox Statement?
There is no denying that actors need a wide range of facial expressions to practice their crafts. Some celebrities have admitted to using the treatment (see parts one and two of my quizzes), while others are quite vocal about shunning the needle. The latest to give it the thumbs-down is actress Rachel Weisz, who was quoted in August's Harper's Bazaar UK:
It should be banned for actors, as steroids are for sportsmen .
How Would You Feel If Someone Said You Need Botox?
Yesterday was rough. A routine dermatologist visit that involved checking my moles and poking around at a few clogged pores turned into a hugely upsetting event. After getting the all-clear on the important skincare stuff, the doctor said, "It's probably time to think about Botox soon."
More People Are Speaking Up About Botox
A good friend and I have a monthly brunch date, and I always look forward to seeing her. The last time we met up, she mentioned that she'd be coming straight from the salon. She looked fantastic — well-rested, relaxed, happy.
Beauty Byte: 18-Year-Old Gets Botox as Birthday Gift
I can't imagine even thinking twice about fine lines and wrinkles back when I was a senior in high school. Not so for UK resident Jodie King, who received her first Botox injection as an 18th-birthday present. Jodie's mother, Margaret King, who herself has spent approximately $72,000 on plastic surgery, told Closer magazine, "Jodie's forehead is like mine — she gets pronounced lines when she makes a facial expression.
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