Medically reviewed by Edmund Khoo, DDS Botox is an injection (shot) that relaxes your muscles by blocking nerve signals. It's a cosmetic treatment that's usually used to smooth lines and wrinkles. It ...
Anti-aging drug as good for cell health as dieting or fasting
A large meta-analysis has found that the drug leading the charge in anti-aging science is just as effective in protecting cells and cognitive function as cutting calories or intermittent fasting (IF).
Suspected botulism case linked to possible fake or mishandled Botox injections in Multnomah County
County and state public health officials are investigating a suspected botulism case linked to possible fake or improperly handled botulinum toxin injections, commonly known as Botox, in Multnomah ...
The best at-home Botox alternatives, according to dermatologists
These dermatologist-recommended skin care products can help minimize the appearance of wrinkles — no needles required.
The rise of ‘boxtox’: Why women are now getting Botox in their vaginas after childbirth
Half of women experience pelvic floor dysfunction within 10 years of giving birth. Here’s what an appointment is really like.
‘Sephora kids’ are using anti-aging creams. A new study says harms aren’t just skin deep
If you've recently witnessed a 10-year-old smear their face with an $80 anti-wrinkle cream, you're probably already aware of the 'Sephora kids' skin-care trend that has young people clamouring for ...
Unveiling anti-aging “Glue” for DNA repair
Researchers have discovered a protein, disulphide isomerase (PDI), that acts as an anti-aging glue, repairing damaged DNA and protecting brain cells from degenerative diseases.
Anti-aging “glue” naturally repairs damaged DNA to protect brain cells
A protein found in our cells has emerged as a secret weapon against biological aging, acting like a glue to repair damaged DNA and ward off neurological degeneration including that seen in motor ...
Masseter Botox Is the Non-Surgical Secret to a Snatched Jaw Line
Masseter Botox can slim your face and prevent jaw grinding. The injections work by temporarily blocking the nerve signals to the masseter muscles in the jaw, shrinking and preventing them from ...