Microbotox injection versus its topical application following microneedling in the treatment of wide facial pores: A split face comparative study

Abstract

Enlarged facial pores are common cosmetic concerns that are attributed to multiple factors. Excess sebum production, decreased skin elasticity, and increased hair follicle volume are the three main causes of enlarged pores. Other factors include sex, aging, excessive sun exposure and improper use of cosmetic products. 1 Due to great psychological impact, people have been trying to find treatment for this problem. Many treatment options are available including isotretinoin, chemical peeling, and laser therapy. 2Microbotox has been proved to be effective in improving the sheen and texture of the skin, as well as decreasing sweat and sebum production and enlarged pores as it causes atrophy of sebaceous glands, which subsequently causes tightening of the skin envelope. 3 Microneedles (MNs) can create hundreds of reversible microchannels in non-invasive manner to enhance transdermal drug delivery and promote collagen production. 4 Depending on the previously mentioned data, this study aimed to compare the efficacy and longevity of intradermal microbotox

Anti‐aging trends in Australia

“…In the conventional method, botulinum toxin is injected into the deeper muscle layer to achieve muscle relaxation, whereas, with the 'microbotox' technique, diluted microdroplets of botulinum toxin are injected more superficially into the deep dermis or into the subcutaneous layer, which can achieve cutaneous effects like refinement of skin pores, reduction in sebum and sweat production, and improvements in the flushing seen in rosacea. [5][6][7][8][9] However, this technique requires skill, and the quality of results achieved is highly operator dependent. 8 Skin remodelling with injectable biostimulators Among injectable fillers, traditional HA-based fillers to restore volume and contour are still very popular, but the use of biostimulators is increasing because these promote the synthesis of collagen to produce longer-lasting results.…”

“…‘Microbotox’ is a technique for delivering botulinum toxin that can provide cutaneous benefits beyond muscle relaxation, 4 and is now being increasingly used by dermatologists. In the conventional method, botulinum toxin is injected into the deeper muscle layer to achieve muscle relaxation, whereas, with the ‘microbotox’ technique, diluted microdroplets of botulinum toxin are injected more superficially into the deep dermis or into the subcutaneous layer, which can achieve cutaneous effects like refinement of skin pores, reduction in sebum and sweat production, and improvements in the flushing seen in rosacea 5‐9 . However, this technique requires skill, and the quality of results achieved is highly operator dependent 8 …”

Compare the Effectiveness of a Peel-Off Mask and Sheet-Mask with Green Tea Extract on Dermapen-Treated Wounds on the Back Surface of Female Wistar Rats

“…Access to procedures and diagnosis are increasing success rates. Microneedling is a technique that has been discussed extensively for this aim (Iriarte et al, 2017;Mohamed et al, 2023). Microneedling, or percutaneous collagen induction therapy, is a minimally invasive procedure that involves inserting fine needles into the skin, generally via stamping, derma roll, or derma pen (Alster & Graham, 2018).…”

Dermapen Treatments for Healing Pockmarked Skin in Male Wistar Rats (Rattus norvegicus): A Study Comparing Platelet-Rich Plasma with Salmon DNA Serum

“…Thus, three to five treatments spaced four to six weeks apart are recommended. Time is needed for skin cells to change over and generate collagen (Amer et al, 2018;Chalabi et al, 2020;Mohamed et al, 2023;Salman & Mohammed, 2020). Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) can treat acne scars by speeding wound healing and tissue restoration.…”