Enjoying botox longer with the help of zinc

Botox has been a popular treatment for years to smooth fine lines and wrinkles, but how do you make sure you enjoy the effect for as long as possible? One surprising factor that can help is zinc. This body’s own mineral plays an important role in how botox works. In this blog, we explain how zinc works, why it can make a difference and how you can make sure you don’t have a deficiency yourself.

Why is zinc important for botox?

Botox works by blocking nerve signals to the muscles so that they relax and reduce wrinkles. This process is related to enzymes that require zinc as a cofactor. In other words, without enough zinc in your body, these enzymes cannot work as effectively, which can lead to a shorter duration of action of your Botox treatment.

A small study* found that people who took zinc in combination with botox experienced longer treatment efficacy, especially if they were zinc deficient. This suggests that zinc plays an important role in the effectiveness of botox.

How do you know if you are zinc deficient?

Zinc deficiency is more common than you think, especially in people who follow a poorly balanced diet. Signs of zinc deficiency include:

  • Fatigue;
  • Reduced resistance;
  • Brittle nails or hair loss;
  • Slower wound healing.

Tips for getting enough zinc

If you suspect a deficiency, it may be helpful to adjust your diet or consider a supplement. For example, many meats, as well as vegetables such as spinach, mushrooms and asparagus, already contain a lot of zinc. For those on a vegan diet, cashews and almonds are a good source of this. So having a healthy zinc level not only has health benefits, but also cosmetic benefits. Your botox treatment will be effective longer when you get a healthy amount of zinc. So start doing this before you even have an appointment.

Are you curious about our botox treatments? Then schedule an online appointment in the calendar, or schedule a online consultation in which you can ask all your questions to a BIG registered physician.

 

*: Botulinum Toxins and Zinc: From Theory to Practice – A Systematic Review

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