Anti-Wrinkle/Cosmetic Injectables are the most common non-surgical anti-ageing treatment globally. It has been proven to be an effective treatment for millions of people worldwide. For safe and effective Botox® and Xeomin® treatments in NZ, talk to the team at Caci.

Our facial expressions – laughing, smiling, frowning - are produced by the movement of muscles underneath the skin. Over time, these muscle contractions lead to wrinkles and 'grooves' forming in the skin. As we age and our collagen and elastin production slows down, these lines become more pronounced. Anti-wrinkle injections made from a purified protein are applied under the skin, temporarily reducing the action of the targeted muscles and preventing them from moving. As a result, lines and wrinkles in the skin are softened, giving you a younger, fresher-looking appearance. Read our Botox® and Xeomin® 101 guide for more information on anti-wrinkle injections.

Anti-wrinkle injectables temporarily remove existing lines and wrinkles. Botox® and Xeomin® also help prevent signs of aging as it softens lines and wrinkles that may form when movement occurs. Botox® treatments will soften lines and wrinkles and give your face a more youthful and refreshed look.

The injection process is quick and the needles are small and fine, so the treatment hardly hurts at all. You'll likely feel a pinprick, but most customers describe the treatment as being a bit uncomfortable rather than painful.

You may experience some minor side effects such as slight redness, but this goes away on its own within 15-20 minutes. Some clients also experience bruising or a minor headache, which is normal, but these are easily alleviated with your normal pain relief medication.

Our qualified nurses are highly experienced and deliver the injections quickly and safely, and with no downtime required you're free to return to your day as soon as the treatment is finished.

Anti-Wrinkle injectables are suitable for most people to reduce lines and wrinkles. There is no ideal age to start, although treatments are more effective on less developed lines. A consultant will work with you to develop a plan that suits your needs.

At Caci your safety is our priority and we do not use cosmetic injectables while customers are pregnant, breastfeeding or while infection is present.

Customers with neuro-muscular transmission disorders, glaucoma and other medical conditions or taking certain medications will also not be treated.

We are also cautious around other treatments customers are having such as dental work or microblading or if you will be travelling in the very near future. 

At Caci, our cosmetic injectable treatments are only performed by qualified and highly trained Registered Nurses, so you can rest assured you're in safe hands.

Results can take a few days, or up to 2-3 weeks, to become visible. The effects of the anti-wrinkle treatment generally last up to three or four months. We'll check in with after the treatment to ensure you're still satisfied with the results.

At Caci, we are aiming to enhance your natural look. Each individual customer has a consultation to discuss their concerns, how the treatments will work and the results. Each Anti-wrinkle treatment is personalised because we understand that you don’t want to look frozen or overdone and want to simply look and feel your best.

The effects of an anti-wrinkle treatments generally lasts up to three or four months. It’s worth noting that as with any treatment, the longevity of the results can vary between patients.

Costs vary depending on the area being treated and these will be discussed at a free consultation. At Caci, we aim to make cosmetic injectables affordable, so we’ve developed a Membership with a personalised treatment plan called Amerase, with affordable payment plan options to suit your budget, so you can pay off your treatments weekly, fortnightly or monthly.

This anti-ageing treatment is simple and has little to minor side effects. After the treatment, you may experience slight redness in the treated areas, this should go away within 15-20 minutes. Some people also experience a minor headache and bruising.

Before your treatment

• Plan your schedule. The great thing about Botox® and Xeomin® is that most people can resume your daily activities after your treatment. However, if it is your first treatment why not plan for a time when you can go home after and pamper yourself! 
• Inject in advance. If you have a big event coming up make sure your appointment is at least 2 weeks beforehand to get the full effect of your Botox® or and Xeomin® treatment.
• Exercise before treatment. We recommend avoiding any strenuous exercise for at least 24 hours post treatment, so get that gym session/workout in beforehand! 
• Relax and enjoy. You may be a little nervous before your injectable treatment, don’t be! We can assure you that you are in the best and safest hands at Caci. You can ask any questions before/during treatment and the Caci team are there for you post treatment too. We got you!

After your treatment

• For your first treatment with us, or if you have any concerns, please book and attend a review two weeks following your treatment. It is necessary to see you within this time frame in the event that further treatment is required.
• After treatment your skin may be pink or red at the treatment site. This is normal and should go away within 15-20 minutes.
• Avoid lying down, rubbing or massaging the area for at least 2 hours after the treatment.
• Bruising is possible, you can apply Hirudoid cream (from most chemists) which may help to shorten the duration of the bruise.
• Avoid consuming alcohol or strenuous exercise for at least 24 hours.
• If you want to wear makeup post treatment, we recommend a mineral makeup only.

As always, get in touch with your clinic if you have any concerns or questions at all.