BOTOX Cosmetic is purified protein used to temporarily reduce the appearance of facial wrinkles. Muscles surrounding your eyes tighten multiple times during the day. The tightening of these muscles eventually leaves creases or wrinkles on the skin. Injecting small doses of BOTOX Cosmetic directly into these muscles through a tiny needle allows the muscles to relax, and temporarily reduces the appearance of wrinkles. With very little discomfort, the procedure takes approximately 10 – 15 minutes and most patients can return to their daily activities after treatment. Wrinkles will not return for a period of three to five months following treatment. If you continue BOTOX Cosmetic treatments regularly, its effectiveness may increase and last up to eight months.