The skin aging process is inevitable but thankfully, there are lots of products on the market and that you can do yourself to boost collagen production and make skin healthy again.

No irritation, no downtime, just one bottle that can improve the appearance of the complexion in as little as one week. As always, sun protection should always be a client's go-to to protect skin from sun damage (if you didn't know, UV rays account for around 90% of skin ageing).

If you’re looking for botox alternatives to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, there are many different creams, serums, or topical treatments available to buy. There are many reasons why someone may choose not to go ahead with injectables such as botox:

• A client may not want to commit yet as the results can take months to wear off

• A client may not be able to have botox due to medical reasons

• A client may not have the budget for injectables and their upkeep

• A client may not feel that they need them yet but would like to experience the 'results'

• A client may just want to smooth their skin temporarily for makeup application

Botox alternatives are also ideal for clients who already have regular injectables but want to maintain the longevity of their results.

What Is Botox?

Botox (or, also known as Botulinum toxin type A) is a well-known method for fighting off wrinkles. It’s a prescription medication that’s injected into the muscles of the face. Botox works by stopping the muscle that it’s injected into from contracting, so it appears relaxed and smooth. Botox is effective at reducing the appearance of wrinkles and preventing new wrinkles from forming. The effects are temporary, so you need repeat treatments every few months to maintain the effects. 

Botox Alternatives Almost As Good As The Real Thing

Our in-house skincare professionals have sourced the best products on the market to recommend directly for you.

PCA Skin ExLinea Pro Peptide Serum

Read Rachel's product review here

This professional spot treatment labeled as 'botox in a bottle' is an improved version of the original PCA Skin ExLinea Peptide Smoothing Serum and it promises to deliver results; just dramatically quicker and much more noticeably than the original does. Upon application, the product provides an immediate tightening 'botox' like effect on the skin with Acetyl Octapeptide-3 & Amplified Acetyl Hexapeptide-8. These clever peptides affects nerve-to-muscle communication to help reduce facial muscle contractions and relax the muscle so skin starts to move back to its original location.

The clinical results speak for themselves: during a study containing females aged between 35 to 55, 100% of patients showed a visible reduction in fine lines and wrinkles, 100% of patients showed a visible lifting and tightening effect, and 100% of patients showed an improvement in skin smoothness and texture! 

Not only that, when used as instructed, it gives long term results such as improving skin texture and skin hydration, stimulate collagen production, reduce sagging skin, and creating a more defined facial contour due to the satured peptide inci list. 

 

SilcSkin

Read more in depth about silcskin and silicone pads here

Have you heard of silicone pads before? Historically, silicone was always used by doctors and plastic surgeons to treat scars and improve the appearance of damaged skin; however, when you treat wrinkles like a scar, you get exactly the same results!

Silicone aids in the reduction of moisture loss in the skin by drawing the skin’s all natural moisture and blood flow to the skin barrier. Wrinkles are simply treated like scars by rehydrating, and improving collagen and elastin production to eventually flatten the wrinkle(s) out.

Silicone pads really do work to reduce wrinkles and smooth fine lines (even sensitive skin can use them) plus the science is there to back up all the claims but, just like with anything skincare related, they have to be consistently used and require your upmost dedication and commitment in wearing them daily. But in just one night you could see an improvement.

SilcSkin has a complete variety of silicone pads to treat everywhere on the face, neck, and chest. Simply apply to dry skin before you go to sleep and wake up with no wrinkles!

Eneomey Rejuv Elixium

If you are familiar with the discontinued brand Mene & Moy, then you will love adding Eneomey into your beauty routine.

Composed of 2 exclusive complex's, IA Control & Time Cell, these key ingredients work overtime to provide a lifting and filling effect topically on facial skin to minimise fine lines and wrinkles. The extra addition of water-loving hyaluronic acid ensures that the plumping effect is maximised for dehydrated skin. Within 4 hours of application, the skin is +23% more moisturised!

Eneomey also conducted clinical studies on patients to prove the effectivity of their product:

• 86% of patients felt the skin was smoother and had a healthy glow

• 82% of patients felt the skin was more supple

• 68% of patients felt that the wrinkles around their eyes was filled and less visible

Dermaceutic Derma Lift 5.0

Tackle deep wrinkles and expression lines with Dermaceutic. Formulated with a powerful peptide complex, this treatment gives skin an immediate lift and over time, softens the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles too. Added Ceramides and Panthenol condition and repair the skin to leave it looking smoother, firmer, and more youthful.

Key ingredient pullulan is an immediate tensing agent for aging skin which tightens the skin and promotes an immediate lifting effect.

Derma Lift is categorised as an eye lifting serum but you can use it all over the face in order to treat other areas such as forehead lines, frown lines, and marionette lines.

 

Medik8 Liquid Peptides

 

This multi-peptide treatment combats expression wrinkles by minimising muscle contractions and plumping the skin. Thanks to the Medik8 Cosmetic DroneTM delivery system, fine lines are faded and elasticity is improved. Hyaluronic acid draws moisture into the skin for maximum hydration, and prebiotics balance the skin’s microbiome for optimal skin health.

 

 NuFace Trinity Facial Toning Device 

The NuFACE Trinity Facial Toning Device uses microcurrent technology to stimulate muscles and activate collagen production, helping to sculpt, lift, and strengthen the skin (like a workout for your face)