Botox injections at a med spa Bella Sana

Hi everyone. I have a question about botox for 'bunny lines' (the wrinkles on the side of your nose when you scrunch it). I hate those little lines, but I've heard that injecting the nose is risky because it can affect your smile or cause a droopy nasal tip. Is that true? How do you find someone qualified to do that specific area?

You are correct to be cautious. The nose area (nasalis muscle) is adjacent to the levator labii superioris, which controls your upper lip. If the injector puts the toxin even slightly off, you could end up with a crooked smile or a feeling that you can't flare your nostrils. However, when done correctly by an expert, bunny lines are very treatable. The key is using a very small dose (typically 2-4 units per side) and injecting superficially. Not every injector is comfortable doing this area. You need to ask specifically: 'How many bunny line cases have you done?' If they hesitate, go elsewhere. A skilled injector will have you make a 'squinching' face, mark the muscle belly, and inject precisely. The effect usually lasts only 2-3 months because it's a small, active muscle.

I had my bunny lines done last spring, and I loved the result. But I specifically went to a med spa known for treating complex facial areas. The injector explained that she uses a different dilution for the nose area (more concentrated) to prevent spread. She also had me smile and scrunch repeatedly to map the exact spot. The result was that my nose didn't wrinkle, but my full smile was intact. The only weird feeling was that for two weeks, I couldn't flare my nostrils when I smelled something bad – which was actually kind of funny. I highly recommend you seek out botox injections at a med spa Bella Sana that has a reputation for facial anatomy precision. Check out their approach to delicate areas here: https://bellasanamedspa.com/service/botox. It's worth paying extra for this specific area.