While women still account for well over half of botox treatments, an increasing number of men are also seeking this anti-ageing treatment, a phenomenon known as “Brotox”.
Latest figures from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) show that in the USA in 2011 just over 10% of patients having botox injections were men.
Botulinum Toxin type A was also the most popular non-surgical anti-ageing procedure for American males with nearly quarter of a million having treatment last year.
In the UK too, botox for men is far from taboo. Gordon Ramsey may be an extreme example, but the deep furrows men can get on their foreheads can be ageing. Botox injections ease and smoothe the creases out.
Most men tend to choose quite a subtle approach for botox, not wanting to look frozen in any way, often opting for a smoother brow and fewer crow’s feet and a fresher, younger look.
However, certain men (and women) take it botox use to another level and positively choose to have their expressions concealed. This phenomenon is also known as protox – professionals’ botox – and can be considered by professional negotiators or those in the legal profession for example – even professional poker players may find concealment of expression a professional advantage!
For professional advice on botox, be sure to choose a skilled and experienced doctor who specialises in aesthetic medicine. Dr Barbara Kubicka offers botox and a wide range of other anti-ageing and skin improvement treatments from her clinic based in Belgravia, West London. She enjoys a loyal clientele from Chelsea, Knightsbridge, Mayfair.
Botox Consultation Appointment
To book a private consultation with Dr Barbara Kubicka to discuss botox treatment in complete confidence and without obligation, please contact us on 0207 352 6803 or email drb@drbarbarakubicka.co.uk.