Cheap Botox London

Botox - What is it?

Botox is an established and effective anti-ageing treatment which is used to diminish the appearance of lines and wrinkles, mainly on the forehead (frown lines), around the eyes (crow's feet) and around the lips (smoker's lines). Botox Cosmetic is the trade name for the generic neurotoxin Botulinum Toxin, a protein derived from the bacterium, Clostridum Botulinum and has been used cosmetically now for many years.

How does Botox work?

Botox is injected directly into the site requiring treatment. It weakens, or paralyses, the muscles which are used to create the wrinkles and lines, ensuring they don't get any deeper and look instantly better once the Botox starts to work. Over time, and subsequent treatments, the muscles that are actively involved in creasing the skin become used to inactivity and the patient becomes used to making facial expressions without them. Botox therefore helps prevent future damage and halt the progress of the ageing process visibly on the skin, however, without further treatments, the lines and wrinkles will gradually return to their original depth and appearance.

How long does Botox last?

Botox is a temporary treatment, lasting around six months from initial treatment but up to nine months in some cases. Despite the effects of Botox being temporary, the effects do get progressively better with subsequent treatments and may even last longer.

How to get Cheap Botox in London

Obtaining cheap Botox treatments in London is not as difficult as you may think. Despite the high cost of living and overall expense of most things, one thing worthwhile remembering is that there is immense competition between London cosmetic surgery clinics and there is also the benefit of vast economies of scale to the clinic thanks to high volume custom. It may seem illogical, but it is easier to find a competitive, cheap price in London for Botox than many other major cities as a result.

Bulk discounts are nearly always available so the more areas you have treated, the cheaper the cost per area. You can also take advantage of even better discounts if you intend to have subsequent treatments once the first wears off. Block booking discounts offer a significant savings over pay per use treatments.

The approximate average cost of Botox nationally is around £190 for the first area requiring treatment. In London, you can get the first area treated for as little as £99 to £125 and many clinics offer money off vouchers and special offers to entice you in.

Of course, it is always the case that cheap is not necessarily best, so do seek out testimonials for the clinics you shortlist and visit them in person prior to treatment to make sure you feel comfortable with the clinic and its staff.