OT - Botox

[Bad JuJu]

Well, live and learn--the great thing is that it's not permanent.

But thanks for sharing. I'm 53, have never considered botox or any kind of cosmetic procedure (though both seem to be all the rage these days), but I'll keep your experience in mind if I hear of any friends considering using botox.

[KnottedYet]

there is an acupuncture technique that works at deep wrinkles to increase collagen production. It is very slow and takes many treatments, but it doesn't hurt and it won't make you look like a lizard. And your face will still have a wrinkle there, just not as big a wrinkle. So you will still look like "you".

Hang in there til the botox wears off!

[esther231]

I'm glad to hear it's temporary and you'll recover from it.

I had severe rosacea years ago and it dramatically changed my face for about 6 months till I figured out what works for me and how to control it. But those were a rough 6 months. Mild understatement. So, I know some of how you are feeling.

Most of my trouble with rosacea came from chemical allergies. So, I've never thought about botox. Or tatoos. Or changing hair color. Heck, I can't even use hair conditioner. lol Just a ton of other stuff that doesn't bother the rest of you can bring me to my knees in a heart beat.

Trust me, no one is as critical of your eye brows or eyes as you are. You think you look odder than you do. Honest. And it'll start getting better alittle bit every day soon.

Glad for you. And grateful you posted your experience. It's good advice.