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AMM 98: Discover Baby Botox Subtle Magic at Shafer Clinic
June 04, 2024
Discover the world of baby Botox in this episode, where we delve into how this trending technique offers a subtle, preventative approach to tackling wrinkles. Dermatologist Dr. Dendy Engelman and Physician Assistant Chelsie Rogers share insights on its benefits, preparation, procedure, aftercare, and costs. Perfect for those in their 20s, baby Botox provides a natural look with minimal commitment and greater muscle movement compared to regular Botox. Whether you’re considering trying it or seeking to learn more, this episode equips you with everything you need to know about baby Botox.
Quick Takes
- Baby Botox, or micro Botox, uses smaller doses of the same neurotoxin as standard Botox, making it a great option for people in their 20s to prevent wrinkles.
- Baby Botox provides a more natural, subtle look and allows for more facial muscle movement compared to regular Botox, but its effects last only two to three months, necessitating more frequent treatments.
- Preparation for baby Botox includes avoiding blood-thinning medications, caffeine, and retinol 24 hours before treatment. Aftercare involves not lying down for four to six hours, not rubbing the treated areas, and avoiding sun exposure. Costs range from $200 to $500, varying depending on location and provider.
Episode Transcript
Today is June 4, 2024, and let’s talk about baby Botox. This technique is gaining popularity for those looking to dip their toes into neuromodulators without the full commitment.
Dr. Dendy Engelman, a board-certified dermatologist at Shafer Clinic Fifth Avenue, explains that baby Botox, also known as micro Botox, uses smaller doses of the same neurotoxin found in standard Botox. This makes it an excellent option for people in their 20s who want to prevent wrinkles like forehead lines, frown lines, and crow’s feet.
Chelsie Rogers, a board-certified physician assistant and clinical lead at Skin Pharm in Atlanta, notes that baby Botox targets a more natural, subtle look. It also allows for more facial muscle movement compared to regular Botox. However, this subtlety means the effects last just two to three months, requiring more frequent treatments.
Preparation is straightforward. Avoid blood-thinning medications, caffeine, and retinol 24 hours before treatment. The procedure itself takes 20 minutes to an hour, depending on the areas treated. Recovery is generally quick, with normal activities resuming almost immediately.
For aftercare, Dr. Engelman advises avoiding lying down for four to six hours, not rubbing the treated areas, and staying out of the sun.
Cost-wise, baby Botox is usually cheaper than regular treatments, ranging from $200 to $500, though prices vary depending on location and provider.
If you’re intrigued by the idea of a more natural, preventative approach to Botox, baby Botox might be worth considering.
