Are you ready for your close-up, or do you struggle with issues like enlarged pores and frequent breakouts? A new cosmetic trend called BOTOX^® micro-dosing involves injecting minuscule amounts of neuromodulators to minimize pores and control your body’s oil and sweat production.

Top doctors like Denver’s Dr. Jeffrey Schmidt are now seeing increased demand for this procedure, so here’s everything you need to know if you’re considering getting on the micro-BOTOX^® bandwagon.

What Is BOTOX^® Micro-Dosing?

You’d be hard-pressed to find someone who hasn’t heard of BOTOX^®’s ability to smooth troublesome wrinkles. Since it earned FDA approval in 2002, it has maintained its status as one of the world’s most popular non-surgical treatments for erasing forehead furrows, glabellar lines, and crow’s feet. BOTOX^® also has other non-cosmetic medical applications, including relieving migraines and excessive sweating.

The difference between BOTOX^® micro-dosing and traditional applications of this product is that “baby BOTOX^®” involves injecting BOTOX^® in the superficial dermal layer, where it has little to no effect on muscle movement. Micro-BOTOX^® providers dilute the neuromodulator more than usual and inject it via a “micro-channeling” device with multiple tiny needles. These micro-channels then allow the skin to absorb the diluted BOTOX^®.

BOTOX^® micro-dosing is an excellent way to maintain a naturally well-rested, youthful appearance, with typical results lasting two to three months.

Can You Combine Micro-BOTOX^® With Other Injectables?

Yes, Dr. Schmidt often works with patients who opt to combine BOTOX^® micro-dosing with traditional applications of neuromodulators and even other non-surgical injectable products like dermal fillers for a full-face rejuvenation.

Dermal fillers are also an excellent way to promote your body’s collagen production and can help plump the lips, contour the cheeks, and add volume to any areas that have started looking hollow or gaunt due to the aging process. Though their effects will wear off gradually, dermal fillers usually last a long time—up to a year, in many cases. You can prolong your results by staying hydrated, avoiding excessive sun exposure, and applying moisturizer after washing your face in the morning and going to bed each night.

Finding a Skilled Micro-BOTOX^® Injector in Denver, CO

To ensure your desired outcomes, researching providers is essential before choosing someone to perform injectable treatments. Someone who lacks comprehensive knowledge of facial anatomy or who is inexperienced with intradermal injecting might not use the precision necessary when working with a neuromodulator, leading to an unnatural, “worked-on” appearance.

Safety is another essential consideration when considering getting cosmetic injectables. Though they are minimally invasive and come with fewer risks than surgery and anesthesia, there’s no such thing as a zero-risk procedure. For example, an unqualified injector could accidentally enter a vein, a phenomenon known as an occlusion. In the rare event that something jeopardizes your health or well-being during an injectable treatment, a board-certified medical doctor can treat you immediately. Dr. Jeffrey Schmidt is double board-certified, highly respected, and prepared to deliver the best results in the safest way.

To learn more about BOTOX^® micro-dosing and other sought-after non-surgical procedures with Dr. Schmidt, please schedule your virtual consultation today or call 720-443-2235.