Last fact-checked: 7 November 2020

Planning a vacation to the Mayan Riviera? Then why not return home looking younger and refreshed with a course of safe and affordable Botox in Cancun.

Botox is the brand name for a product containing the active ingredient botulinum toxin. By injecting the product directly into the skin, the active ingredient prevents the release of a chemical in the muscles which paralyzes them. As a result, the underlying muscle used for certain expressions, such as frowns, are prevented from contracting as much, which fewer lines and wrinkles.

Cancun is one of, if not the, most popular holiday destination in Mexico. Along the Mayan Riviera, it is blessed with beautiful coastlines – white beaches fringe turquoise, marine-filled waters – and is perfectly located to explore the remains of Mexican’s ancient Mayan culture. A very safe part of Mexico, Cancun is a magnet for holidaymakers from around the world and has the infrastructure, services and facilities to deliver a memorable experience.

As medical tourism is increasing, so too are the facilities springing up in renowned tourist destinations such as Cancun. Savvy clinics, surgeons, doctors and practitioners are taking advantage of the rise of health and wellbeing holidays, which actually encompasses all sorts of treatments from massages to surgery. It is only a small step from having a facial to getting Botox, and the beauty of these injectables is that they are quick, relatively painless and deliver immediate results.

Any holidaymaker who wants to return home looking even more fabulous (and who doesn’t?) will find plenty of good-quality, hygienic facilities offering an array of aesthetic treatments at prices that will save a considerable amount of money compared to the prices at home.

With so many facilities to choose from it does provide a small dilemma – how do international visitors know if they’re any good? At Medical Departures we have tackled this problem head-on, and have done all the necessary background checks so that anyone booking through us know their chosen clinics’ and practitioners’ credentials are all up to standard. You won’t find any listings on our site that we aren’t happy with.

Botox is a popular cosmetic treatment that is used to smooth out wrinkles and fine lines on the face. Before the treatment begins, you will have a consultation with your practitioner to discuss which areas you would like to have treated. This is important because each person's face is unique and requires a different approach. Your practitioner will work with you to determine which areas need treatment and how much Botox will be necessary to achieve the desired results.

Once you have decided which areas you would like to have treated, a local anesthetic will be given to help numb the area and reduce any discomfort during the procedure. The area will then be wiped with antiseptic to ensure that it is clean and free from bacteria.

The Botox will then be injected directly into the chosen area using a fine-needled syringe. The injection process is relatively quick and each area should only take a few minutes to complete. Typically, patients can expect to receive multiple injections during a single treatment session.

After the procedure is complete, you may experience some mild discomfort or swelling in the treated area. However, these side effects are usually temporary and should subside within a few days. It is important to follow your practitioner's aftercare instructions carefully to ensure that you achieve the best possible results from your Botox treatment.

When WIll I See the Results?

There is very little downtime from Botox injections; as for the results? You will see an immediate effect from the Botox injection(s), but the results are temporary, lasting for between three to six months. Top-ups can be carried out to keep up the effects.

Botox prices in Cancun are around $9 a unit or around $540 (CAD $660, £350 GBP, €480, AUD $700; €600) per area, compared to $12 per unit, or around $720 in the United States (CAD $880; £460 GBP, €630, AUD $900, €660).

For up-to-date prices, check out these three clinics in Cancun for Botox, each of which has been quality-checked and verified by Medical Departures: 

– Cancun Hair Restoration

– Plastic Surgery Riviera

– Oneline Beauty Clinic

Find out more about our clinics and doctors offering Botox in Cancun, Mexico.

If you’re ready to book an appointment, see below for easy ways to do this, or get in touch with our Customer Care Team to discuss any aspect of having Botox in Cancun.

Sources:

Barbezat, Suzanne. Top 10 Mexico Beach Destinations. trip savvy. 6 April 2019.
https://www.tripsavvy.com/top-mexico-beach-destinations-1588628

Nichols, Hannah. Everything you need to know about Botox. Medical News Today. 15 August 2017.
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/158647.php

Freedman, Samantha. 9 things I learnt from having botox in my 20s... Cosmopolitan. 29 October 2018.
https://www.cosmopolitan.com/uk/beauty-hair/a15069580/botox-before-and-after-review/

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