How Much Botox® Do I Need?

If you are considering Botox®, you are certainly not alone. In fact, Botox® is the most common non-invasive cosmetic procedure in the world, with millions receiving treatments each year. The treatment uses a type of botulinum type A to relax the muscles that cause frown lines and other overactive muscles of the face, like forehead lines and crow's feet.   

At Timeless Skin Solutions, we believe Botox® should be customized to your unique facial anatomy and aesthetic goals. Whether you’re looking for a subtle, natural result or a more dramatic smoothing effect, understanding Botox® dosage is essential.   

What Are Your Skin Goals? 

Your Botox® treatment should align with your personal aesthetic preferences:  

Do you prefer a "frozen" look or natural movement?

Skilled Botox® application avoids the overly heavy forehead or uneven brows, ensuring a balanced and youthful result. At Timeless, our providers are ranked in the top 1% of injectors in the nation because we focus solely on non-surgical rejuvenation of the skin and body.   

Are you treating fine lines or deep-set wrinkles?

More Botox® is typically required for deeper wrinkles, while finer lines need a lighter touch. 

Preventative vs. corrective Botox®:

Younger individuals often require fewer units to prevent wrinkles from forming, while those addressing established lines may need a higher dose. With that said, a common misconception is that the amount of Botox needed automatically increases with age.  

In reality, muscle strength and facial expressiveness play a bigger role than age alone. 

• Some individuals in their 30s may require more Botox® than someone in their 40s if they have stronger facial muscles. 
• Those with highly expressive faces (frequent frowners or eyebrow raisers) may develop deeper lines that require higher doses for optimal smoothing. 
• A precise assessment of muscle movement helps determine the ideal dosage for natural-looking results.   

Where Can You Get Botox®?  

The glabella, the area between the eyebrows, also known as "frown lines" or "11 lines," is a prime target for Botox® injections.  

• How Much? Approximately 25 units of Botox® are typically used in this area to soften the creases and achieve a more relaxed and refreshed appearance.   

The forehead, also known as the frontalis, is a common area where Botox® is applied to minimize the appearance of horizontal forehead lines and vertical frown lines.  

• How Much? Typically, 10-16units of Botox® are used for this area, with the exact amount depending on the severity of the lines and the individual's unique anatomy. 

Crow’s Feet refer to the outer corners of the eyes and are an area notorious for revealing signs of aging. Fortunately, Botox® injections in this area can effectively minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, resulting in a more youthful and vibrant eye area. 

• How Much? Usually, 20-24units of Botox® are used per side to smooth out these lines.   

Bunny lines are those horizontal lines that appear on the bridge of the nose when we scrunch our noses. These lines can be softened with Botox® injections, helping to achieve a more youthful appearance. 

• How Much? Typically requires 2-4 units per side.  

The tip of the nose can be injected with Botox® to treat a droopy tip. This non-surgical nose job treats the depressor septi nasi muscle, which pulls the nose down from the upper lip as we age. This paralyzes the depressor septi nasi muscle, resulting in the nose having a lifted and lighter look. 

• How Much? An average of 2-4 units of Botox are injected right underneath the septum of the nose.   

A Lip Flip gives a fuller, plumper, and natural-appearing look to the upper lip without the use of filler. The Lip Flip involves the precise placement of Botox® along the upper lip muscle, near the border, to relax and “flip” the lip, making more of the upper lip visible. The Lip Flip is popular for those who would like a less invasive approach to the illusion of fuller lips and a less “gummy” smile, without adding a ton of extra volume. 

• How Much? The lip flip requires just 4-6 units of Botox®.   

Botox® can also be strategically injected into the jawline and chin area to address concerns such as a square jaw or dimpling of the chin. Injecting Botox® in the masseter muscles located at the back of the jaw can dramatically change the contours of your face by making it more oval. It can also exaggerate the jawline by adding more firmness to an undefined jaw or by fixing asymmetries in the jaw.  

• How Much? The amount of Botox® used in these areas varies depending on the desired outcome and the individual's anatomy, typically ranging from 20-40 units. 

Botox® is now the first and only FDA-approved neurotoxin for treating neck lines, commonly known as necklace lines, marking a significant advancement in aesthetic treatments.

• How Much? A common range for Botox treatments for nexk lines is 25 to 50 units depending on the severity of lines. 
  

At Timeless Skin Solutions, our expert injectors customize each treatment by assessing your muscle movement, wrinkle depth and aesthetic goals. Whether you’re interested in subtle refinement or a more pronounced anti-aging effect, we’ll ensure that your Botox® experience is tailored to your ideal results. Schedule your consultation with Timeless Skin Solutions today.