WHAT NOSE SLIMMING ACTUALLY DOES
Nose slimming uses small, precisely placed doses of botulinum toxin to relax the muscles that widen the nose, so it sits narrower and looks more refined. The change is subtle rather than dramatic, and it happens without surgery, filler or downtime.
It works on muscle rather than structure. The muscles across the sides of the nose pull it wider, particularly with expression, and relaxing them lets the nose settle into a narrower shape. What it cannot do is change bone or cartilage. If your concern is a bump on the bridge, a crooked line or a nose you want lifted or straightened, non-surgical rhinoplastywith dermal filler is the treatment to look at instead, and we will tell you so at your consultation rather than treating you anyway.
Because the muscles here are small and sit close to the ones that control the upper lip, this is a treatment where placement matters more than almost anywhere else on the face. Every treatment at Sebastian Rose is carried out by GMC or NMC-registered medical professionals, using MHRA-licensed products from verified UK distributors.
HOW DOES NOSE SLIMMING WORK?
The nose is framed by small muscles that pull it wider and flatten it against the face, and they work every time you speak, smile or laugh. Over years of that movement, and as the skin loses its spring, the nose can start to sit wider at rest than it once did.
Nose slimming uses small, precisely placed doses of botulinum toxin to relax those muscles, so the nose settles narrower and moves less. Nothing is added and nothing is removed. The change is in how the nose behaves, which is why the result looks like your own nose on a good day rather than a different one.
Because the muscles here are small and sit close to the ones that control the upper lip, placement matters more than almost anywhere else on the face. A millimetre in the wrong direction shows when you smile.
WHAT DOES NOSE SLIMMING TREAT?
What nose slimming treats
A nose that looks wider than you would like, particularly across the lower third. Widening that becomes more obvious with expression. A nose that photographs broader than it feels. It suits people who are happy with the shape of their nose in profile but not from the front.
What it won't do, and why this matters
Nose slimming works at the muscle layer. It cannot change bone or cartilage, so it will not straighten a bump, narrow a bony bridge, lift a heavy tip or correct a deviation. If those are your concerns, non-surgical rhinoplasty with dermal filler is the treatment that addresses them, and the two are sometimes done together.
We would rather tell you at consultation that this is not the treatment for what is bothering you than take your money and leave you disappointed at two weeks.
NOSE SLIMMING RESULTS
Movement starts to change from around day three, with the full effect by three weeks. Results last three to four months, and most people repeat treatment three to four times a year, often alongside their usual anti-wrinkle appointment.
NOSE SLIMMING FAQs
What is nose slimming?
Nose slimming is a botulinum toxin treatment for the muscles that widen the nose. Small, precisely placed injections relax them, so the nose sits narrower and moves less with expression. It takes about fifteen minutes and there is no downtime.
How much is nose slimming in Cardiff?
Nose slimming costs £120 at Sebastian Rose in Cardiff. A £50 deposit secures your appointment and comes off the price. Book nose slimming. New clients need a face-to-face consultation at least 48 hours before treatment.
Will it change the shape of my nose?
Not structurally. It softens width and movement, and bone and cartilage stay exactly as they are. A bump, a crooked bridge or a long nose will not change. Non-surgical rhinoplasty is the treatment for those.
How long does nose slimming last?
Three to four months for most people. The first treatment often wears off slightly faster than later ones, as the muscles gradually adapt to being treated.
How soon will I see a difference?
Movement starts to change from around day three, with the full effect by three weeks. It is gradual rather than overnight.
Does it hurt?
The injections are small and quick, and the appointment takes about fifteen minutes. Most people describe a brief sting rather than pain, and no anaesthetic is needed.
Is there any downtime?
None. You can go back to work straight afterwards. Stay upright for four hours, and avoid rubbing the area, exercise and alcohol for the rest of the day.
Can it be combined with other treatments?
Yes. It pairs well with non-surgical rhinoplasty where the bridge is also a concern, and many people have it alongside their usual anti-wrinkle treatment.
Who is not suitable?
Anyone pregnant or breastfeeding, anyone with a neuromuscular condition, and anyone allergic to any of the ingredients. We go through your full medical history at consultation and will tell you honestly if this is not the right treatment for you.
Who will carry out my treatment?
A GMC or NMC-registered medical professional, using MHRA-licensed products from verified UK distributors, at 39 Charles Street in Cardiff city centre.
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