But it's most popular use has been for cosmetic procedure. Thousands of men and women are undergoing it. . Contrary to popular belief, it is not only the older generation who goes in for it. Surprisingly even young people in the age group of twenty to thirty have been using botox to retain their youth. It is used to iron out and smoothen wrinkles on the forehead, laugh lines near the mouth and crow's feet near the eyes. When directly injected into the chosen site, it removes these problems and gives the patient a happier and nicer look, which is youthful. There are some cases where an unhappy look has been replaced by a cheerful one by the proper use the injections.

When a doctor couple was treating patients for eye problems, they noticed that all such patients showed a better countenance after the treatment. They experimented and realized the use of botox for beautifying purposes. In 2002 the DA approved its use in cosmetic changes and now it has gained popularity almost all over the world. Millions of people are using botox and looking good because it is safe. With the exception of pregnant and lactating mothers, and those with infections at the site of the injections, anyone else between the ages of eighteen and seventy can use this injection and benefit from it.

The injection causes as much pain as a wasp bite and can be tolerated by everyone. There are no major side reactions, there is no after treatment problems, and there are no pre or post treatment problems. The procedure is over in a matter of minutes and the patient can go home and watch his face becoming younger.