At first glance, it may seem like having needles stuck in one’s face is not exactly a typical form of social bonding. However,
Botox parties – that is, informal social gatherings at home or anywhere outside a clinic in which Botox treatments are performed – have been in vogue for the past few years.
Most of the appeal of Botox parties comes from the informal setting, where patients have near-complete control over the environment, such as lighting, ambience, and entertainment. Some hosts serve mild alcoholic beverages to complete the party atmosphere.
For most medical professionals, however, the informal setting of Botox parties are actually more of a nuisance than anything. For instance, dim mood lighting can severely affect the eyesight of the doctor administering the Botox injections, which increases the risk of having a needle punctured in the wrong place. A nonclinical environment also means less-than-sterile conditions that could lead to bleeding, bruising, or a combination of the two – things that might lead to extended hospital visits to contain infection.
There is also a risk of the doctor using the incorrect amount of Botox, especially because he or she is dealing with multiple patients at the same time. Botox injections are very sensitive procedures that require close, one-on-one attention, and a party atmosphere is not exactly conducive to focused treatment. That being said, many Botox parties do not have any doctors present, and instead, unqualified individuals are the ones administering the injections.
Therefore, we recommend that you avoid going to Botox parties if you wish to have the procedure done on your skin. After all, it is much more fun to go around looking fresh after treatment rather than live with the results of Botox injections gone wrong. Rejuvé is committed to providing a clean and safe environment for Botox and other skin treatments.
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