Botox is derived from botulinum toxin type A, a toxin that’s produced from the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. It just so ...

The unorthodox use of the injectable neurotoxin has seen a rise in popularity over the last few years, partly thanks to the viral “glass skin” trend.

But what happens when a routine injection of Botox goes awry? In January 2025, a New York-based aesthetician was arrested after being accused of administering counterfeit Botox injections to clients.

The news last week that three people in Sydney were hospitalized with botulism after receiving botox injections has raised ...

I got Botox while pregnant, what should I do? If you’ve had Botox already, don’t panic too much. Unfortunately there are no ...

Botox injections have been FDA approved to treat excessive sweating. In the skin, Botox selectively turns off the sweat glands resulting in a normal appearance without wetness. Treatment is performed ...

Researchers at the Center for Life Sciences at the Paul Scherrer Institute PSI have for the first time identified structural changes in the botulinum ...

It is important to inform a healthcare provider if Botox has been administered within the past four months or if the patient is taking blood thinners, as this may increase the risk of bruising at the ...

While the numbing cream takes effect, they map your Botox injections. Mapping means they carefully examine the masseter muscles and mark the site of each injection. They may ask you to clench your jaw ...