In the UK, Botulax is a popular brand of Botulinum Toxin Type A (often referred to as "Korean Botox").
While it is highly effective for smoothing wrinkles, it is a prescription-only medication.
1. Reconstitution (The Mixing Process)
Botulax comes as a vacuum-dried powder in a glass vial. It must be reconstituted with 0.9% preservative-free sodium chloride (saline).
- The Technique: Inject the saline slowly into the vial. The vacuum should pull the liquid in naturally.
- Handling: Never shake the vial, as the protein molecules are fragile. Gently swirl it until the solution is clear.
- Dilution Ratio: Most practitioners use 2.5ml of saline for a 100-unit vial, which creates a concentration of 4 units per 0.1ml (one “click” on many syringes).
2. Injection Guidelines by Zone
Precise placement is vital to avoid “frozen” expressions or drooping eyelids.
- Glabellar Lines (Frown): Usually 5 injection points (20–25 units total) into the procerus and corrugator muscles.
- Forehead Lines: 4 to 5 points (10–20 units total) across the frontalis muscle. Injections must stay at least 2cm above the eyebrows to prevent ptosis (drooping).
- Crow’s Feet: 3 points per side (total 24 units) into the lateral orbicularis oculi.
3. Aftercare (The “Golden Rules”)
To ensure the Botulax stays in the targeted muscle:
- Verticality: Remain upright for 4 hours post-injection.
- No Friction: Do not rub or massage the face for 24 hours.
- Heat Avoidance: Skip the gym, sauna, and hot showers for 24–48 hours to prevent the product from spreading via increased blood flow.
4. Safety & Legality in the UK
- Prescription Required: You cannot legally buy Botulax over the counter. A face-to-face consultation with a healthcare prescriber is mandatory under UK Government guidelines.
- Practitioner Verification: Ensure your injector is registered with a professional body like the Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) or Save Face.
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