28% of women under 25 already regularly worry about signs of aging. This number jumps up to 54% for women who are 35 to 44.

As you can see, you’re not alone in your wrinkle worries. But fortunately, there are some cosmetic procedures that can quickly fix and even prevent fine lines and wrinkles from developing. For instance, there’s BOTOX® injections, which are not very invasive.

Are you wondering: when should I start BOTOX®? Then you’re in the right place. We’ll answer this question and more so you can make a well-informed decision.

When Should I Start BOTOX®?

To put it simply, there’s no right or wrong time to start BOTOX® injections. This is because everyone’s situation is very unique. While you may have very noticeable fine lines and wrinkles at 30, maybe your friends already had them when they were 25.

The degree to which it bothers you will differ from person to person as well. You might want no traces of even fine lines, while another woman your age is fine with those.

Some dermatologists recommend that you start in your 20s, especially if you want to get BOTOX® as a preventative measure. Most patients start around the age of 30. But again, it’s really up to you when you want to start these injections.

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Why Do People Decide to Get BOTOX®?

The main reason why people decide to get BOTOX® is because they want to minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, usually on their faces. This is because the face is the most noticeable and exposed part of the body, so any signs of aging are most noticeable here.

Many people also get BOTOX® as a preventative measure. Because wrinkles are formed partially through the movement of muscles, BOTOX® is a great way to fight against them. This is due to the fact that BOTOX® relaxes your muscles and decreases the contractions they’d normally make (which then form wrinkles).

But did you know that BOTOX® has other non-cosmetic uses? In fact, it was first developed as a treatment for strabismus, which is an issue with your eye muscles. So there are people who use BOTOX® for this condition.

BOTOX® is also approved by the FDA to treat things like blepharospasm, excessive sweating, migraines, urinary incontinence, and cervical dystonia. So in addition to strabismus, BOTOX® can treat a number of other non-cosmetic conditions.

If you have any of the above conditions, plus you want to prevent wrinkles, then you can kill 2 birds with 1 stone with BOTOX® injections.

What Are the Short-Term Benefits of BOTOX®?

In the short-term, you’ll enjoy lots of very noticeable benefits. For example, those problem areas that make you seem older than you really are? They’ll be smoothed out, making you look younger and perkier.

If you’re using BOTOX® injections for non-cosmetic reasons, then you’ll find instant results for them. For example, if you’re using them for migraines, you’ll get massive relief in the next few months. And if you’re using them for hyperhidrosis, then you’ll find yourself sweating a lot less after treatment.

What Are the Long-Term Benefits of BOTOX®?

Not only can BOTOX® injections smooth out current fine lines and wrinkles you have, but they can also prevent future ones from happening.

Again, this treatment causes the muscles in the affected area to relax and not contract. If they can’t tense up, then there’s less of a chance for that area to have creases that result from actions like frowning or smiling.

It also helps you fight wrinkles since a long-term benefit is more skin elasticity. This means your skin will have more “bounce” to it and be more resistant to lines forming.

A surprising benefit is that if you get BOTOX® on a long-term basis, your face will actually learn not to contract those muscles that create fine lines and wrinkles. This is because once the injections wear off, you’ll be more conscious of the muscles contracting again. You can then essentially learn to decrease the use of those muscles.

Overall, you can expect your skin to look a lot brighter and healthier in the long run. When you can keep away the wrinkles, this will help your skin stay smoother and even plumper in some cases. As a result, you’ll always look refreshed and full of youth and life.

Other Things to Know About BOTOX®

BOTOX® is not a permanent fix for your fine lines and wrinkles. These injections will only last a few months; 6 months at the most. This means that if you want to keep getting the same anti-aging benefits, you need to return to your dermatologist to get more injections.

Although it’s an injection, BOTOX® is safe for the most part. So long as you go to a reputable dermatologist, there should be little to no risks.

Possible side effects you may get include redness, swelling, bleeding, and bruising. These should all be pretty mild and will go away soon after your appointment.

However, if you get more serious side effects like dizziness, wheezing, itching, rashes, or even fainting, you need to contact your doctor right away. These all might be signs of an allergy.

Start Fighting the Effects of Time With BOTOX®

Now you know the answer to the question: when should I start BOTOX®?

As you can see, there’s no right or wrong age to start this anti-aging treatment. If you feel like it’s right for you after reading this article, then it’s completely fine to book an appointment, regardless of what age you are.

It’s never too early to take good care of your skin, after all! Plus, if you have any other health conditions, you might also benefit from fewer symptoms thanks to BOTOX®.

Want to get started on BOTOX® treatments? Then schedule an appointment with us now.