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Several years ago, when preparing to go on long trips “to catch the sun,” I was very worried that active facial expressions reacting to bright sun rays would contribute to the formation of wrinkles on the forehead, around the eyes and between the eyebrows - and this is a really serious problem that Even sunglasses don't solve it. I tried several times to do Botox injections before the vacation to prevent wrinkles from forming, but later, after observing in others how the skin changes and quickly ages as a result of these injections, I gave up Botox forever.

So what should we do in the summer, when our eyes and forehead are constantly “squinting” from the bright sun?

And in the summer you need to “stock up” on muscle relaxant creams, i.e. creams that relax facial muscles and prevent the formation of facial wrinkles!

Reasons for the formation of facial wrinkles

When we frown, smile or squint, constant contractions of the facial muscles occur, which in any case lead to the formation of wrinkles around the eyes, on the forehead and between the eyebrows. If you go to the mirror and even look at yourself inattentively, you can see it without difficulty.))) And most importantly - even unemotional people develop facial wrinkles when they squint from the bright sun!

A very important factor in the formation of facial wrinkles is a decrease in the elasticity of skin tissue due to natural aging, as well as due to the continuous process of glycation of elastin and collagen fibers. I told you how to resist glycation, and a good serum against skin glycation is on sale on iHerb now.

Negative effects on the skin of external factors such as oxidative stress, weather and environmental conditions. And here, constant intake is extremely important, which will cleanse and restore body cells through the blood, which will indirectly lead to improved facial skin and the prevention of the formation of wrinkles.

Well, that's the best the main thing that contributes to the active formation of facial wrinkles and skin creases - bright sunlight, causing active “defensive” facial expressions.

Cream with Botox effect is the solution to the problem.

Until recently, only injections of Botox, a neurotoxin produced by botulism bacteria, were used to solve the problem of facial wrinkles. And I myself resorted to such injections three times. But there are two main problems here (and this is not at all the danger of getting botulism)!

Botox side effects

In reality, the horror and side effects of Botox are not the fear of paralysis and even death due to toxic botulism infection - this is, in fact, complete nonsense. The whole nightmare of Botox lies in the following “realities”, proven by time and our bitter experience.

With each new “saving Botox” procedure, when a sagging face is so beautifully “stretched”, and fine wrinkles are smoothed out, and the skin becomes a “plumpy apple”, the moment is inexorably approaching when, at 45-50, without Botox, you will look different from moderately aging friends, 70-75 years old…. Girls, I'm not making this up! It’s unlikely that a cosmetologist (even the most wonderful one) will tell you about this, but each new injection will only slightly improve the tension of the skin on the face (which you would never think when injecting Botox from 30 to 40), and without an injection the skin will sag sharply, resembling the face of a Shar Pei , the pores will be enlarged, like hollows (which even oily skin never dreamed of), and you will suddenly turn into an old woman…. And the worst thing is that after 50, Botox injections will only slightly and very briefly improve the situation, while further “driving” the skin into the age of “over 80.” And I saw this in reality, and not in numerous photographs of celebrities during the “inter-Botox” periods...

Botox works as intended only when opened in front of you. And accordingly, one ampoule can be too much for small corrections of the forehead and “between the eyebrows”, and cosmetologists “divide” it among several clients, putting the remainder in the open ampoule in the refrigerator. Accordingly, you either pay the full price of the ampoule and inject only a little of it, or get together with your friends on the same day and divide this ampoule among everyone, or (as happened to me the last, third time I “injected” Botox three years ago ) - you pay for an expensive procedure and don’t get any effect at all, because you are injected with Botox from an ampoule that was already opened the day before, but you don’t know about it. I went to Italy happy and got “beautiful” facial expressions in the area between the eyebrows and around the eyes, constantly squinting from the bright sun...

Important! Botox for injection is “live” only at the moment of opening the ampoule and injecting it, and even after a night, you cannot inject Botox from a previously opened package.

50% of Botox in Russia are dangerous fakes, and neither you nor your cosmetologist will know about it!

And therefore, the safest, most economical and 100% effective a way to prevent expression lines in summer- is buying a cream with Botox effect, with good muscle relaxants (more about them below), antioxidants to protect cells from UV rays and simultaneously deeply moisturize the skin.

Creams with a Botox effect got their name due to the effect on nerve muscle endings similar to Botox, and not at all because Botox is added to them (it cannot be added to a cream due to its instability in the emulsion, and plus, Botox quickly oxidizes in oxygen) . The Botox effect is achieved thanks to completely HARMFUL short chains of amino acids (), which block nerve endings, which allows you not to constantly squeeze the skin when squinting from the sun.

Creams with Botox effect - ADVANTAGES:

Allows you to slow down the aging process of the skin
prevent the formation of new expression wrinkles
act in the most “important” areas of the face: forehead, eyebrow area, “goose” area around the eyes
absolutely harmless - does not contain toxins
do not block the muscles completely, which does not make the facial muscles “lazy” and subsequently unable to hold the skin
do not block facial expressions! The face will not look like a zombie; it remains mimically “alive.”
the effect does not depend on the time from the moment the cream is opened and on exposure to light/oxygen/physical activity
the procedure of use is pleasant and painless
in addition to the Botox effect, antioxidants, moisturizers, nutrients and other substances beneficial to the skin are added to the cream

The main peptides included in creams with Botox effect

Argirelline® (Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Acetyl hexapeptide-8).
A peptide that disrupts the transmission of contraction impulses to the receptors of facial muscles of the skin. It creates a “numbness” or Botox effect, although it is short-lived (3-5 hours).

Leuphasyl®(Pentapeptide-18).

Biomimic peptide that relaxes facial skin and prevents the formation of facial wrinkles. The maximum effect is achieved in combination with Argirelline ® .

SNAP-8(Acetyl octapeptide-3).

Consists of aspartic and glutamic acids, glutamine and methionine (sulfur-containing amino acids). SNAP-8 is aimed at reducing the depth of facial wrinkles by relaxing the skin, disrupting the transmission of impulses to the receptors of facial muscles. The mechanism is similar to the action of the well-known peptide Argireline, but the relaxing effect of Snap-8 on muscles is stronger.

Inyline™(Acetyl hexapeptide-30(25)).
Botulinum-like peptide. New form of Argireline. Relieves hypertonicity of facial muscles.

Syn®-Ake(Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate).
A peptide that disrupts the transmission of contraction impulses to the receptors of facial muscles of the skin. It creates a “numbness” or Botox effect, although it is short-lived (3-5 hours). The action feels like Argirelline® and the action of a neuromuscular blocker - the venom of the temple viper, but at the same time absolutely harmless.

According to recent studies, SYN-AKE is more effective than Argireline because it is smaller in size (three molecules instead of six), which allows it to more easily penetrate the epidermal barrier. In addition, this peptide has a different mechanism of penetration into the skin: not through pores, but through hair follicles - thus, the active substance of the cream does not have to “break through” cell membranes, which are a complex obstacle on the way to nerve endings.

Buy cream with Botox effect

And now I will show you the most successful formulations of creams with muscle relaxant peptides, so that your search will not be long and difficult.)))

1. Reviva Labs, Nasolabial Fold+ Multi-Peptide Cream, 2 oz (55 g) - $31.86

Wonderful composition and “light” emulsion just for the summer, includes:

Peptides that reduce skin sagging and smooth out wrinkles - Matrixyl, Progeline
“amazing”))) peptide Adipophil (Adipofill), which has the same effect on the skin as the painful injection procedure of lipofilling (increasing the volume of adipose tissue). The skin lifts, the volume of the fat layer increases, and the depth of facial wrinkles decreases. Moreover, Adipophil even acts on the “nasolabial lips”, visually reducing them!
peptide with Botox-like effect - SYN-AKE
the best “moisturizers” are glycerin, xanthan, hyaluronic acid, yeast extract (included in Estee Lauder Hydrationist cream) and aloe vera gel
substances that restore the lipid barrier of the skin: jojoba oil, lecithin
vitamins: active form of vitamin C, vitamin E
soothing and anti-allergenic components: d-panthenol and allantoin

Important! The results from using the cream with SYN-AKE appear gradually and increase over the course of a month. After using the cream, the face looks completely natural, facial expressions remain free, and wrinkles are reduced! There is clinical data confirming a reduction in wrinkles of 20% or more due to the use of creams with SYN-AKE.

2. Derma E, Deep Wrinkle Smoothing Under Eye Cream, 1/2 oz (14 g) - $23.96
3. Derma E, Deep Wrinkle Serum with Peptides, 2 fl oz (60 ml) - $34.80

The cream and serum for it are from a very reputable brand. The compositions of both products are synergistic, and I am very impressed by the presence of such a wonderful substance as. This is an excellent anti-age therapy, plus strengthening fragile skin vessels, plus an anti-edematous effect.
As a muscle relaxant in the line - Argireline. Plus, in good concentration there is such a wonderful anti-aging peptide as Matrixyl synthe’6.
And also skin-tightening horse chestnut extract and pore-tightening witch hazel extract, plus such excellent antioxidants as green tea extract and chamomile extract.
Jojoba and macadamia oils were used to restore the lipid barrier.

4. Devita, Perfecting Time, Age Defying Moisturizer with Argireline, 2.5 oz (75 ml) – $22.01

Very good moisturizing and rejuvenating cream, with the effect of “collagen injections” . It contains everything “that I love”)))).

Muscle relaxant peptide Argireline
First class SYN-Coll peptide, with whom I am very familiar “personally”. Its effect on the skin is similar to salon injections of collagen - its production is actively stimulated, the skin is tightened, and wrinkles are smoothed out.
Hyaluronic acid
Carrot, frankincense, palmarosa and rosewood oils
Beta-glucans of oats(I talked about beta-glucans in detail)

5. Hyalogic LLC, Episilk, Relaxing Facial Serum 1 fl oz (30 ml) - $31.96

Very light, gel serum based on hyaluronic acid with Argireline. Can be used under any of your day creams (even without Botox effect). And this is also just a wonderful option for those who don’t like to wear cream during the day - after all, this transparent gel can be applied to the most “facial” places on the face, and just the usual make-up on top.

6. Derma E, BB Cream, Multi-Functional Mineral Beauty Balm, Light Tint, 2 fl oz (60 ml) - $31.60

BB-Sunscreen with Botox effect and skin tightening peptide Matrixyl synthe’6. The important thing here is that Provides triple protection to the skin in “one bottle”:

Natural, powerful filters protect skin from harmful UV rays
muscle relaxant Argireline protects against the formation of facial wrinkles due to the bright summer sun
high concentration of antioxidant substances protects facial cells from premature photoaging

Today, while writing this post and listening to TV at the same time, I suddenly saw information in the evening news broadcast that the situation with counterfeit Botox in our country is simply catastrophic. Not only do they simply sell uncertified drugs, but they also manage to inject frankly dangerous counterfeits into the salons. They showed a girl with terribly swollen lips - a reaction to fake Botox in her nasolabial lips...

I made a decision for myself a long time ago, and it was based not even on the danger of injecting a fake, but on the terrible condition of the skin into which it turns with regular Botox for ten years. I was just afraid that at 45 I would look 80, and no amount of plastic surgery would tighten such skin.

Girls, be sure to protect yourself from the sun’s rays, and in order not to squint in the sun, wear sunglasses and use safe creams with the Botox effect! And, of course, stay calm!)))

The mechanism of action of botulinum toxin is simple: it paralyzes facial muscles - as a result, wrinkles associated with their mobility on the forehead, in the corners of the eyes, and between the eyebrows disappear. Just don’t think that you will stop smiling and frowning, expressing joy or anger. Nothing like this.

Over the past few years, cosmetologists have learned to control the amount of the drug so that the face maintains mobility - but wrinkles are no longer a concern. So, when you hear the word “Botox,” you shouldn’t imagine the perfectly smooth, frozen doll-like faces that some Hollywood actresses had in the early 2000s.

On the other hand, no one is immune from the side effects of Botox injections, for example, drooping eyelids. There are also those who are simply afraid of injections. Therefore, several years ago, an alternative to the cosmetological solution to the problem of wrinkles appeared - cosmetics with a Botox-like effect.

The essence of the “Botox effect” is the smoothing of wrinkles as a result of relaxation of facial muscles.

Features of the composition

There is no point in including botulinum toxin in the cream formula:

• on the one hand, it oxidizes very quickly in air;
• on the other hand, this peptide cannot penetrate through the skin to the muscles.

However, the “colleagues” of botulinum toxin - others that can be added to cosmetics - are able to imitate its work. Of course, not so quickly, but without possible side effects.

Some other substances have also proven to be quite effective dermarelaxants.

What ingredients in the cream allow you to count on the Botox effect?

• Peptide argireline(acetylhexapeptide, hexapeptide) is the first “botulus-like” ingredient in cosmetics, which has been on the market for more than 10 years.
• Temple Viper Venom, or rather an artificially reproduced peptide of this poison that paralyzes muscles. The ingredient is widely used in Korean cosmetics.
• Adenosine- the main participant in cellular energy exchange. Appearing in the system, it gives a signal: “There is a lot of energy, it’s time to rest so that its supply does not run out,” hence the dermarelaxing effect.

How to choose a face cream with Botox effect

Now botulinum toxin is quite widely and successfully used not only in cosmetology, but also in medicine - from neurology (treatment of tension headaches) to urology. In dermatology, it is used to treat hyperhidrosis and acne. However, these problems cannot be solved with the help of creams containing an analogue of botulinum toxin. In cosmetics it is exclusively an anti-aging ingredient.

You should start using a Botox cream no earlier than 25 years old - at this age the first spots may appear on the forehead and in the corners of the eyes.

How to choose it?

• Make sure you have ingredients that match the Botox effect.
• It is desirable that this effect be supported by complete care: moisturizing components, stimulators of collagen production. This versatility will enhance the rejuvenating effect.

Hint from Elena Eliseeva, medical expert Vichy: “The first expression lines disappear after a good rest. A true wrinkle cannot be removed by sound sleep.”

Choosing a cream with Botox effect for the skin around the eyes

Depending on genetic characteristics and features of facial expressions (also often hereditary), such a cream may become the first anti-aging product in the arsenal of 25-year-olds. But if there are no noticeable wrinkles and no particular facial activity, it is better to focus on hydration and not try to influence a non-existent problem.

Tools Overview

Anti-wrinkle and firming cream for normal skin LiftActiv Supreme, Vichy

Contains a complex of anti-aging components: adenosine acts against wrinkles, caffeine tones, neohesperidin fights oxidative stress. 3D correction technology gives an instant visual effect. The product is saturated with thermal water, suitable even for sensitive skin.

Reviews

Olga :“I recently purchased a set from the LiftActiv series (day, night, for eyes), it turned out that I didn’t spend the money in vain. The tone is noticeably evened out, and the skin has become moisturized and tightened. The cream has a delicate aroma, pleasant texture, and does not feel greasy or sticky.”

Julia:“The cream really works. And almost instantly. I don’t know how this is achieved, I’m a simple user (not an expert). Throughout the day, the skin looks fresh and tightened, visible wrinkles seem to be smoothed out, while the cream is absorbed and is not felt at all on the skin, that is, it is very comfortable, there is no feeling of a film. It is without any pearlescent particles, thanks to which the visual effect is achieved. No - it literally transforms, the skin glows and looks not only refreshed, but actually young.”

Leila:“I’m a mother on maternity leave, and fatigue, dull complexion, wrinkles, as they say, are obvious. The cream is recommended for use from the age of 35, but I took a risk and did not regret it. My “proud” wrinkle has smoothed out, there are fewer wrinkles under my eyes, my skin is glowing, I even noticed narrowing of the pores, my skin is velvety.”

Concentrated anti-aging care with retinol Redermic [R], La Roche-Posay

The main anti-aging component of the product, retinol is presented in free form and in combination with linoleic acid (omega-6) for gradual release and accumulation in the skin. Also contains adenosine. The product allows you to achieve a noticeable rejuvenating effect and smoothes out fairly pronounced wrinkles.

Reviews

Ksenia:“Very pleased with the cream. I bought it for the first time and did not regret it. The cream is quite gentle and does not cause irritation if you use it moderately and listen to the skin's reaction. Although it is believed that retinol-containing preparations should be used for at least three months, I see results after just a month of use. The skin is smooth, facial wrinkles are noticeably smoothed out. Retinol also has a good effect on breakouts. Only once there was slight irritation, but it was my fault - I applied it too close to the eyes in the orbital zone. The irritation was relieved with Cicaplast balm in 2 days. I use it with pleasure. Consumption is very moderate. I recommend. However, remember that when using any retinol, sun protection is necessary at any time of the year. Even in winter."

Lina:“I ordered it for my mother, she was very pleased, we have already ordered a second tube. Considering that my mother is 65 years old, the effect is very noticeable - the skin has become fresher, looks more elastic, fine wrinkles actually become less noticeable.”

Multi-active anti-aging face cream Visionnaire, SPF 20, Lancôme

A derivative of jasmonic acid (the famous molecule LR2412) works together with adenosine. Within a month, the skin becomes more elastic, wrinkles are smoothed out. The delicate aroma and light texture make using the cream a real pleasure.

How you want to deceive time, human nature and avoid genetic aging, look in the mirror and see there an eternally young face with elastic skin without a single wrinkle. Scientists all over the world are working hard on this problem and it is believed that the time is not far off when dreams will become reality. In the meantime, we need to try and minimize the factors that contribute to aging, and this is quite possible, since modern developments in the field of anti-age make it possible to influence the functioning of skin cells and inhibit the mechanisms of aging.

Modern cosmetology science is sometimes compared to space technology, because microbiologists, chemists, cosmetologists, dermatologists and other scientists work on the creation of any product. As a result of painstaking work, unique drugs appear that can solve the most serious problems. This result is based on a thorough knowledge of the histopathophysiology of the skin. In other words, before creating any drug, employees of serious cosmetic companies study the processes occurring in the skin day after day in their laboratories. Analyze what is causing a particular problem. What substances could eliminate it? How to obtain these substances and preserve them in the composition of the drug, and most importantly, deliver these ingredients through the upper layers of the skin, into the deeper ones.

One of the revolutionary achievements in the field of cosmetology is creams with the Botox effect.

It is not entirely correct to say that such creams replace injections. Botox injections are a stronger and faster-acting procedure, which has both pros and cons. The substance botulinum toxin, entering the muscle and paralyzing it, allows you to get the desired effect almost immediately (unless of course there are complications), but not forever, but only for a certain period of time, then you will have to repeat everything, and injections are still not the most pleasant procedure. A cream with a Botox effect does not work so radically, but with its help you can delay the appearance of facial wrinkles for a long time, and if they already exist, prevent them from intensifying and appearing new ones.

At the core creams with botox effect are peptide preparations (peptides are protein substances made from amino acids). As a result of their synthesis, a unique peptide compound was obtained - hexapeptide. It acts like botulinum toxin, blocking neuromuscular contractions, thereby achieving the effect of smoothing out facial wrinkles. The use of cosmetics with hexapeptide eliminates all the complications characteristic of injections based on botulinum toxin. In addition, the entry of peptides into the skin from the outside promotes the activation of the synthesis of the skin’s own proteins - collagen and elastin. Thus, the intercellular space is renewed, the wrinkle decreases and even disappears.

A variety of products have been sold in Europe and America for many years now. products with botox– an effect that allows consumers of cosmetic services to choose between injections and home care. Our choice of Botox substitutes is not so large, but, nevertheless, some still appear on the shelves of pharmacies and cosmetic stores.

The Lierak laboratory has developed a unique Exclusive line with Relaxor BX Complex(a low molecular weight analogue of Botox) aimed at “filling in” deep wrinkles from the inside and smoothing out facial wrinkles. The Exclusive program includes Lierac Exclusive Ultra Jour day cream (price 2,230 rubles), Lierac Intense Nuit night cream (price 2,320 rubles), Lierac Active Serum (price 2,340 rubles) and unique Solyupatches - these are instantly effective stickers dissolved by hyaluronic acid. acid, a worthy alternative to dermatological injections (price 4,575 rubles). The complex has drainage properties, helps eliminate toxins and rejuvenate the skin.

Famous German cosmetics company Babor, whose products recently appeared on our market, offer to fight wrinkles with Mimic Control Creme(cream-control of expression lines), (price 65 $). This cream contains a complex of peptides that block the flow of nerve impulses into the muscles and thereby prevent the formation of facial wrinkles. Italian immortelle extract stimulates the production of hormones, coenzyme Q10 smoothes out existing wrinkles, olive oil makes the skin soft, and vitamin E protects against free radicals.

An excellent natural alternative to Botox, corrective Botorelax care, The French company also has it Academy. Thanks to an innovative molecule - hexapeptide, which acts like Botox injections, facial muscles relax and wrinkles on the face gradually smooth out. The effect is enhanced by the action of hyaluronic acid and collagen of marine origin. You can purchase: corrective complex (price 4550 rubles), cream with hexapeptide Botorelax cremeen alternatief voor botox injections (price 3900 rubles), facial wrinkle corrector Botorelax Care - Line Corrector Botorelax (price 1800 rubles) Reflective powder included in the composition corrector, visually reduces the depth of wrinkles.

Israeli Holy Land cosmetics laboratories company, released the line with Botox effect Boldcare, which includes Boldcare Serum and Boldcare Cream. In addition, the company offers its new development - a hexapeptide concentrate in combination with glycolipids and lecithin, packaged in capsules for single use. One capsule is enough for application to all problem areas with pronounced facial movements. These cosmetics are currently only sold in salons.

New revolutionary products have appeared from the Swiss cosmetic laboratory CellCare. In it, developed SwissGetal innovative line(Swissgetal), containing an analogue of botulinum toxin, an absolutely non-toxic and harmless drug Argireline (Argireline). SwissGetal offers Botocare Cream (price 9,597 rubles), Boto Care Serum (price 6,216 rubles), and Botocare Mask (price 5,869 rubles).

Company Faberlic presents a series of products against expression wrinkles Botesse(Botess). The products in this series include the unique active drug Argireline, developed by the Swiss laboratory CellCare. Cosmetics containing Argireline in the required concentration are an alternative to Botox injections. The BotesseArgireline series contains hyaluronic acid and seaweed extracts. The Botesse active complex is further enhanced with plant extracts and vitamins specially selected for the most effective action of each product. Botesse preparations can be used with the first appearance of facial wrinkles.

French Gatineau brand(Gatineau), has also prepared an alternative to expensive Botox injections. In her arsenal there are products with the substance Botufix(Botufix), which helps reduce tension in facial muscles. For example, firming serum (day and night) with a smoothing effect Face Tensor Défi Lift 3D (price 94 euros). It creates an intracellular network in the skin, strengthening and tightening it. It has both immediate and pronounced prolonged effects. Modeling lifting cream (day and night) Défi Lift 3D Lifting Remodelant au Botufix (price 112 euros). It is ideal for dry and normal skin. It has a powerful rejuvenating, regenerating and dermo-relaxing effect. Contains several rejuvenating complexes: the exclusive protein complex Peptilift forms a specific micronetwork inside the epidermis by forming molecular bonds between skin cells; Densilift - an exclusive polypeptide complex stimulates the production of your own collagen and elastin fibers; avant-garde Orgalift molecule, ensuring uniform distribution of fibers. As a result, facial contours become clearer, as if “designed” anew, and wrinkles are significantly reduced. Lifting emulsion for the skin around the eyes Eue Contour Lif Défi Lift 3D - with triple rejuvenating effect (price 80 euros). Relieves tension around the eyes and smoothes out wrinkles, making the skin under the eyes more elastic.

So, if you want to compete with time and prolong the youth of your skin for a long time, then, as you can see, cosmetic companies provide you with all the opportunities for this. And the choice, as always, is yours!

Botox has its share of pros and cons. It instantly eliminates wrinkles and gives long-lasting results. Am I ready for injections? No. Finding yourself in a cosmetologist's chair is not as easy as it seems.

Alternative products to Botox became big news about 5 years ago. Some products were better, but more expensive, others were more accessible, but had a number of disadvantages, such as strong “tightening” of the skin, dryness, even burning. But the trend toward “Botox” creams grew as skin care technologies became more advanced and the disadvantages of injections became more obvious.

Today, modern products deliver hyaluronic acid deeper into the skin, and peptides “freeze” wrinkles, competing with Botox.

True, the prefix “Botox” in these products is nothing more than a marketing ploy. These are muscle relaxants, that is, with a relaxing effect. They contain peptides derived from amino acids, which displace from the tissues the protein responsible for muscle contraction, but in no way affects the limitation of facial activity. That is, they do not create the effect that botulinum toxin injections provide. And not toxic at all.

The last product that ended up on my table is Korean WRINKLE POWER FILLING PLUS. I looked at it for a long time before I decided to test it. There was experience using such tools, but each of them had a number of disadvantages. Either too “pulling” sensations, or a complete war with decorative cosmetics. And the main thing is the cumulative effect, which means that the product would have to be tested for a month. This time the annotation promised an immediate effect.

We count to 30 and temporarilyfrozen

Muscle relaxant drugs are a new generation of biologically safe cosmetics that are an alternative to Botox injections. Over the years of use, no side effects have been identified. And unlike injections, they do not affect facial expressions in any way.

AcetylHexapeptide- a non-toxic molecule in the composition, this is what prevents muscle movement and reduces the pronounced formation of wrinkles.

The molecule is designed specifically to prevent premature skin aging and reduce facial wrinkles.

Hexapeptide affects two processes that contribute to the formation of wrinkles:

• suppresses the activity of impulse transmitters to nerve cells that cause facial muscles to contract;
• reduces the overproduction and release of catecholamine hormones, which affect the sympathetic nervous system and are the cause of constant muscle contractions and the appearance of wrinkles.

Thus, hexapeptide has a muscle relaxant effect on the facial muscles, weakening muscle contractions and eliminating the main cause of facial wrinkles. As a result, expression wrinkles on the forehead, in the outer corners of the eyes, and near the mouth are eliminated. True, as in the case of Cinderella, only until midnight - more precisely, while the cream is working: 6-8 hours (the summary says). This is why the manufacturer recommends reapplying WRINKLE POWER FILLING PLUS throughout the day, although this will not be so easy - because application requires a certain ritual.

It is worth noting that WRINKLE POWER FILLING PLUS is for all skin types, suitable for both women and men.

In addition to the hexapeptide, it contains:

BIOTIDE - enhances the natural production of collagen, a protein that forms the basis of the body’s connective tissue and ensures its strength and elasticity.

SPICULES - cleanse the skin of bacteria, stimulate blood microcirculation and deliver drugs inside the skin!

Application scheme:

• Dry your face with a soft towel after washing.
• Shake the cream well before use and apply a thin layer of cream onto wrinkles. If the wrinkle is deep enough, apply a little more cream.
• Massage with light pats for about 15 seconds.
• Try not to talk or move for at least 2 minutes.
• After drying the cream, you can apply foundation or powder.
• There is no need to apply too much cream.
• It is not recommended to apply the cream all over the face.
• Try to completely dry the areas where the cream is applied.

The cream is absorbed instantly as soon as it comes into contact with the skin; it must be applied carefully and clearly to problem areas. After 30-60 seconds, you will notice how the area where the product was applied begins to smooth out - the relief is evened out. The skin becomes matte and smooth. Not too deep wrinkles were smoothed out, the skin under the eyes was tightened, all enlarged pores were hidden. The effect is best seen in the corners of the eyes and on the forehead.

A slight tension is felt on the skin for 4-5 hours. I believe the effect depends on the oiliness of your skin. The fatter it is, the sooner the procedure will have to be repeated.

When applying WRINKLE POWER FILLING PLUS, do not overdo it. Otherwise on the skin e White streaks of dried product will remain.

After a couple of minutes, you can apply your foundation.

Since WRINKLE POWER FILLING PLUS needs to be applied to clean and dry skin, I was wondering if my face would feel discomfort if it was deprived of its usual care. I solved this problem in the following way: after washing my face in the morning, I applied all my usual skincare products, and after a cup of coffee, I removed the residue with a sponge from the places where I planned to apply WRINKLE POWER FILLING PLUS: on the corners of my eyes and lips.

You may feel a slight tingling sensation. Don't worry - it's the components of the cream that work, and it's also very useful for improving blood circulation and improving skin tone.

The best result after use will be noticeable at 30-45 years of age. But even after 55 years, WRINKLE POWER FILLING PLUS smoothes out wrinkles, but since there are many more of them, it will be difficult for the cream to cope with the full volume.

Please note that hexapeptide does not eliminate bags under the eyes or a network of fine wrinkles caused by dry skin. To solve these problems, use anti-puffiness and wrinkle serums for the skin around the eyes.

Contraindications to the use of cosmetics with hexapeptide:

• Take breaks from using cosmetics with hexapeptide, otherwise blood microcirculation in facial skin cells may be disrupted, and the result of rejuvenation will be the opposite of what was expected.
• You cannot use creams with hexapeptide during pregnancy and breastfeeding, as this can lead to metabolic disorders.
• Cosmetics with fruit acids destroy muscle relaxants, and therefore they cannot be used at the same time.

For those especially sophisticated, the composition: WATER, PORTULACA OLERACEA EXTRAXT, SODIUM META SILICATE, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF EXTRACT, GLYCERIN, BIOTIN, ALLANTOIN, DIPOTSASSIUM GLYCYRRHIZATE, HEXAPEPTIDE-2, ADENOSINE, HYDROLYZED SPONGE, ACETYLHEXAPEPTIDE-8 , PALMITOYL TRIPEPTIDE-1, PLIGOPEPTIDE-29, PALMITOYL TETRAPEPTIDE-7, COPPER TRIPEPTIDE-1, PALMITOYL PENTAPEPTIDE-4, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, GLYCINE, SERINE, GLUTAMIC ACID, ASPARTIC ACID, LEUCINE, ALANINE, LYSINE, ARGININE, TYROSINE, PHENYLALANINE, THREONINE, PROLINE, VALINE, ISOLEUCINE, HIST IDINE, METHIONINE , CYSTEINE, CITRIC ACID, TAPIOCA STARCH, PVP, MAGNESIUM ALUMINUM SILICATE, XANTAN GUM, PHENOXYETHANOL, PROPANEDIOL, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN

Cream with Botox effect - know-how in cosmetology. According to the manufacturers themselves, it eliminates problems such as skin laxity, fatigue, makes the skin elastic, toned, reduces fine expression wrinkles, and also retains the resulting effect for a long time. This cream is not a complete replacement for Botox injections, but it works well if used as a preventive measure for deep wrinkles.

Peculiarities

When a person laughs or smiles, nerve cells begin to interact with combinations of proteins. They send certain impulses to the muscles, during which the facial muscles contract. As a result, facial wrinkles appear. It was this characteristic property of cells that was taken as the basis for creating a substance that was supposed to interfere with the activity of nerve endings. The most effective means are peptides that displace proteins. They are the basis of the composition of creams with the Botox effect.

Today the substance is in demand in cosmetology octamioxyl, it promotes collagen production. Thanks to the substance, the effect of the Botox cream will remain for some time after its use. However, peptides are not often added to Botox cream. Instead, manufacturers use hyaluronic acid, which can smooth the skin, but it does not affect muscle activity.

By using Botox-based facial products, a positive effect can be achieved in a month or a month and a half. Beauticians advise using it for six weeks, and then once or twice a week. After use, the anti-aging result lasts for six months.

Pros of use:

• The number of wrinkles decreases, but facial expressions remain, unlike Botox injections.
• In addition to the rejuvenating effect, the consistency of the cream includes various ingredients that have a positive effect on the skin, they moisturize and nourish it.
• The product can be applied to delicate parts, for example, in the area of ​​nasolabial folds.

The cream gives maximum rejuvenation effect if used between the ages of 30 and 45 years. If ladies over 45 decide to use the product, the result will not be so noticeable.

What does it look like

A cream with a Botox effect looks like a regular skin care product. It is no different in consistency from the usual care product, it looks the same, it may have a pleasant smell (fragrance), the consistency is liquid, creamy, the color is milky, white with a grayish tint or pale beige.

How to use

Cosmetologists recommend using a Botox effect product twice a day for six weeks, and then switching to a maintenance regimen and applying it once or twice a week. If, after achieving the desired result, the woman stops using it, the effect will continue for another four to six months. It is advisable to do a light cleansing procedure in the salon or at home before using it.

The cream should be used regularly, applied twice a day daily until results are obtained (one to two months), then you can switch to a maintenance regimen. The application points are the upper part of the face: longitudinal and transverse wrinkles on the forehead and bridge of the nose, diverging wrinkles from the outer corner of the eye - the so-called “crow's feet”.

Remember that you cannot use cosmetics with fruit acids at the same time, as they destroy the effect. You should not use a cream with a Botox effect during pregnancy and breastfeeding, or uncontrollably. In this case, normal microcirculation and nutritional conditions for facial tissues may be disrupted.

The best results will be in the age group from 30 to 45 years. After 55 years, expression lines will not completely disappear. Muscle relaxants do not act on the fine network of wrinkles that appear due to dehydration or damage. The product also does not remove bags under the eyes.

Operating principle

The main active component of creams with the Botox effect are special protein substances - peptides. Their effect is similar to the effect of injections: muscle contractions are blocked for a certain time and wrinkles in the treatment area are smoothed out. Cosmetology specialists claim that creams cannot completely replace injections, because the effect of both drugs is different.

Injections and serious anti-aging procedures give a pronounced and quickly noticeable result, while the creamy consistency does not have an immediate effect. This is explained by the fact that injections deliver the active substance directly into the skin, and the cream acts only on the upper layers of the epidermis.

Thus, the cream is not a complete replacement for Botox. At the same time, it can be an excellent way to prolong the effect of injections. The ingredients in some products have a slight but noticeable relaxing effect on the facial muscles. Constant use of the product allows you to slow down the process of wrinkle formation.

The liquid cream is applied with light movements to a previously cleansed area of ​​the face (forehead, nasolabial folds). It penetrates deep into the tissue, providing a filling and regenerating effect.

The effect a woman will receive depends on the quality of the product. Cosmetologists do not recommend purchasing cheap analogues of expensive products, as they may turn out to be counterfeit and dangerous.

Review of manufacturers

Manufacturers of creams with the Botox effect offer women an innovative formula to restore youthful and elastic skin. It is not possible to talk about 100% effectiveness of the products, since cosmetologists claim that their effect is temporary. They do not stop skin aging or reduce deep wrinkles, regardless of cost and composition. However, finding a good cream that will maintain the effect of Botox injections is quite possible.

• Russian Cosmetic companies today offer products with the Botox effect at affordable prices. For example, Meitan enriched with magical bee venom and a neuro-soothing peptide that limits facial muscle contraction. Thanks to these substances, the number of age and facial wrinkles is significantly reduced.

The cream is applied in the morning to previously cleansed skin of the face, neck and décolleté with light massaging movements.

The product activates the production of collagen and elastin, has a lifting effect and tightens the skin, smoothes wrinkles, and prevents the formation of expression lines. It has an intense nourishing and moisturizing effect. Below, watch a short video review of the cream.

• Belarus has been offering high-quality cosmetics for many years. Line of products with Botox effect "Belita system" includes facial toner, makeup remover, night and day cream, serum, eye filler, serum and face mask. All of the cosmetics listed have a similar effect, including the muscle relaxant peptide Botoxlike, which has a lifting and rejuvenating effect. The natural complex of polysaccharides is aimed at long-term relaxation of facial muscles, moisturizing and softening the skin. The cream has a delicate and soft texture and is perfectly absorbed.
• Italian. Foreign funds are expensive, but they are safe. Italian product Mizon "Aging Cream"- anti-wrinkle cream with Botox effect. This is an excellent smoothing product that allows you to even out the structure of the face in a non-surgical and non-injection way. The cream contains a unique snake tripeptide, which reduces the action of facial muscles, smoothing out facial and age wrinkles.

• Some of the most effective cosmetics are Thai. They contain unique, rare herbs and plants, ingredients that have a healing effect on the skin. Anti-aging cream or serum for face "Cobra cream Syn-Ake" with a pronounced rejuvenating and smoothing effect.

The product is unique in that it contains a peptide, a muscle relaxant, which reduces muscle activity and gives an effect similar to that of Botox.

The lifting cream also has a skin-whitening effect: it not only effectively eliminates fine wrinkles, increases skin elasticity and tone, but also lightens age spots, evens out and improves complexion. The cream is recommended for the care of mature skin of the face and neck - regular use not only significantly reduces existing wrinkles, but also prevents the formation of new ones.

• Indian. Means "Boxtlak-BL Cream" (India)– the latest non-surgical method for correcting age-related skin changes. This Botox-based anti-aging cream is enhanced with peptides and enriched with nutrients to eliminate deep static and expression lines, restoring the elasticity and smoothness of young skin. It restores the skin, improves its color, effectively moisturizes and heals the skin.

Popular creams

The most popular creams with the Botox effect are Italian, Indian, and Chinese. They are not cheap, but they can have a positive effect on the skin of the face and even out small expression wrinkles.

• New generation product Neo (Natural Exceptional Operative)- natural and effective. It fits comfortably on the skin, is quickly absorbed and begins to act instantly. Visibly refreshes the complexion, giving it a flawless, well-groomed look. To achieve maximum effect, it is recommended to use the product morning and evening before applying day or night cream. It combines the immediate effect of filling wrinkles and the possibility of permanent use.

• Microemulsion Nano is a highly effective drug for combating wrinkles of facial origin, preserving youthful skin. The properties of the serum include the activation of your own collagen, the launch of natural recovery processes, and the increase in protective properties and cell viability.

• Botofit. Anti-wrinkle cream around the eyes with Botox effect - an active cream to combat expression wrinkles around the eyes, on the forehead and around the mouth. Relaxes facial muscles (Botox effect without injections) and prevents the formation of wrinkles. The active substances in the composition create the effect of filling wrinkles, reduce their depth and fight sagging eyelids. The skin around the eyes is actively rejuvenated, the look becomes open and bright. Recommended after 30 years.
• BioVen Helps quickly get rid of wrinkles and improve skin cells. The anti-wrinkle complex is considered one of the most effective lifting products with natural ingredients. The active substance of the product is the synthesized venom of the Malaysian snake. The product contains snake venom. It acts on nerve endings and skin, stimulating nerve endings, as a result of which cells regenerate faster and more actively, and the skin is smoothed.

• Botomax cream spray is a healing cosmetic product for improving skin properties, smoothing out any wrinkles and preventing the aging process. Botomax spray is the latest generation of products, according to manufacturers, which are created with herbal ingredients. Innovative technologies are used here to improve the penetration of the product deep into the skin.

Used on the décolleté, face, neck - where the skin is open, sensitive and exposed to external influences and requires special care. It comes in the form of a spray, so it is very easy to use. Manufacturers confirm its effectiveness with tests and recommendations from specialists.

• Regulift. The cream is designed to smooth out wrinkles and has a unique composition. Acting at the molecular level, it penetrates into the deepest layers of the skin, providing gentle care for aging skin and providing a lifting effect. The cream contains hyaluronic acid, which slows down the aging process and improves tissue regeneration. The cream actively fights wrinkles during sleep. The effectiveness of using Regulift face night cream has been clinically proven.