What is the connection between zinc and Botox?
Zinc, meet Botox
Sounds unbelievable?
There areveryfew studies on this topic.
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The main one dates back to 2012, notes dermatologist and nutritionistDr.
Christian Merkelof the Skin and Laser Center at the Opera in Munich, Germany.
Whats more, this study was carried out on a rather small number of test subjects77 to be precise.
Very few people have a provenzinc deficiency.
Only in such cases would an additional intake of zinc before Botox treatment actually be worthwhile.
So what do experts recommend?
you could try zinc, if you wantbut dont expect it to be a magic pill.
In this situation taking zinc supplements could help.
In other words, it couldn’t hurt, but theres just not enough data to guarantee better results.
Can the duration of botox be shortened?
One thing is certain: Botulinum toxin lasts shorter in some people than in others, Merkel says.
There are also many myths as to why this is the case.
It is often claimed that exposure to heat could be the reasoni.e.
that Botox lasts shorter in summer than when it is injected in the winter.
Or the exact opposite: applying cool packs after the treatment will make the Botox last shorter.
The claim that caffeine consumption is harmful and that you shouldntdrink coffeeafter treatment is another persistent and absolute myth.
The only thing thatistrue is that some people metabolize botulinum toxin faster than others.
They usually break down Botox faster.
They can then be treated every three months.
Is it possible to extend the duration of Botox?
If zinc isnt a proven option for prolonging the effect of Botox, is anything?
The answer is complicated.
There is really not much one can do to affect how the Botox works once injected, says Vasyukevich.
According to multi-specialist physicianDr.
Azza Halim, the results really do come down to a persons unique biological response.
Using sunscreen daily is essential, he says.
There is asaturation curveat some point, Merkel says.
after just two to three months.
75% are still very satisfied after six months."
