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Better than Botox...

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Friday, May 21, 2010
by Helen Golden

Better Than Botox...
Sunscreen!

Botox may actually accelerate the signs of aging!  According to a recent Italian study, Botox's paralyzing effect can cause facial muscles to atrophy, resulting in sunken depressions that resemble sarcopenia (age related muscle loss!). Repeated injections can also increase the risk that Botox will migrate to the brain, where it can have the same paralyzing effect on neurons, according to the Italian study. "Using it once or twice is probably safe," says Dr. Treloar, "but try not to make it a habit." 
 
Minimize wrinkles with sunscreen, stress-reduction techniques, and a good moisturizer instead.
 
Sun Tip: Wait until you've been in the sun for about 20 minutes prior to slathering on the sunscreen. Exposure to the sun isn't all bad as it is key to production of vitamin D!

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