Shoulder botox – Trapezius botox for shoulder slimming

Botox is the most popular non-surgical procedure used to smoothen wrinkles and laugh lines, transform squarish jawlines to v-shaped ones, and used even to slim calves. So don’t be surprised to find another use for botox and this time, it’s called shoulder botox.

Yup, botox for the shoulders. Many people are becoming more aware of what botox can do for body contouring. And in fact, shoulder botox has been popular among the Koreans. So if you are looking to contour and slim your wide, bulky shoulders, shoulder botox might be your best option.

What is shoulder botox?

Botox (botulinum toxin) is a neurotoxin that temporarily paralyses your muscles when injected. And when used in small doses, it actually benefits you both medically and cosmetically. Countless studies have shown that when used correctly, botox is a very safe drug with very little side effects. It is in fact, used for medical purposes such as muscle movement disorders, excessive sweating, migraines, eyelid spasms etc.

While botox is most popular for wrinkle removal and jaw contouring, dermatologists have also started using botox to contour bodylines such as calf botox to slim bulky calves. So it is not surprisingly that botox, when used on your shoulders, can actually help reduce neck and shoulder tensions, and at the same time, slim and contour bulky shoulders.

How does shoulder botox work?

The trapezius muscle is a huge muscle that extends from the back of your head and neck to your shoulders.

When these muscles are strained and overused, mostly developed by poor sitting posture and seen in those who hunch their backs while working on their desks, these overdeveloped trapezius muscles enlarges and cause stiffness and aches in the upper back and neck.

These enlarged muscles also make your shoulders look bulky and more masculine. In serious cases, it can also lead to shoulder aches and pain.

Botox, when injected into the trapezius muscle, can help relax muscle and shoulder tensions, and shrink it in size, hence giving the appearance of slimmer and slender shoulder line. For those who tend to have shoulder aches and stiffness due to the tight tension in their shoulders, shoulder botox can actually help relieve shoulder pain as well.

Pros & cons of shoulder botox

Most people generally tolerate botox well. Its results and effectiveness are miraculous, while its side effects, uncommon. Unless you are one in a billion who is allergic to botox, you will definitely enjoy and love the results. Moreover, there are no issues with long term use as well.

In all honesty, the only really con of botox would be that its results are temporary. But do avoid botox if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or suffering from neurological conditions.

How long does the procedure take?

Shoulder botox procedures typically take less than 30 mins to perform. Your dermatologist or aesthetic doctor will first apply numbing cream to the targeted areas of your shoulders. And botox is then injected at the points of nerve (usually 3~4 injections) that supplies the trapezius muscle. There may be slight bruising and swelling at the injected areas but it will go away in a few days. And you can immediately resume your daily activities after your injections.

When can I see results?

It can take up to 2~3 weeks for noticeable results. In addition, results will continue to develop gradually to produce a slimmer and more contoured appearance of your shoulder line.

How long does results of shoulder botox last?

Results from shoulder botox typically last from 4~6 months. But the longevity of results vary according to your lifestyle as well. If you have a poor sitting posture and the habit of hunching, you might find its results fading away faster than expected.

Most importantly, make sure you find a board certified doctor or dermatologist who is specialized in botox injections. Because only a professional can accurately judge the size of your muscles, and is experienced enough to know just how much is the right amount of botox to inject to produce your desired results.