Baby Botox – Everything you need to know!

Baby Botox involves the application of smaller units of Botox into the face when compared to the traditional application of Botox. In can be used in instances when patients would like a slightly softer overall result. It differs from traditional botox primarily due to the doses used in each individual injection. 

There are two main benefits when discussing the use of Baby Botox. The botox will be softer in appearance and therefore less noticeable. People may prefer that they will be left with a more natural look and have more movement in their face. It is often championed by a younger patient demographic. 

Additionally, Baby Botox can be used to treat more precise areas of the face than traditional Botox can. This also means that it can be used to address more complex facial issues. 

What is the Difference Between Botox and Baby Botox?

The main difference between Baby Botox and traditional Botox is the fact that less units of botulinum toxin are being used.

Baby Botox is also known as being a 3 area Botox technique. By dividing the standard amount of Botox and applying it as micro-doses into areas of the face that cause dynamic sin creases, the patient is left with a natural looking smooth face that is still capable of muscle movement.

Baby Botox can effectively treat wrinkles and soft lines around the mouth and chin, as well as bunny lines located on either side of the nose. Treatments can always be tailored to the specific issues that bother the patient. 

Finally, there are a number of specialist procedures where micro doses of Botox can be used to treat uncommon issues. For example, people with hypertrophy in their jaw muscle caused by frequently grinding their teeth can use Baby Botox to alleviate the strain. 

Pros of Baby Botox

Offering Baby Botox as a service can be an effective way of easing new clients in who may be apprehensive of getting Botox for the first time.

People may also be more inclined to go for Baby Botox as opposed to traditional Botox injections because they want to avoid the frozen-looking effect that can sometimes occur when getting Botox.

Results do not tend to last as long as traditional Botox due to the muscle being left with more activation. 

Cons of Baby Botox

For clients, the cons of having Baby Botox are that your results will only last up to three months whereas traditional Botox results can last for up to four to six months. It is important to discuss this in consultation so that they are aware of the differences in longevity. 

Other than this, you also have the standard side effects of Botox, albeit on a smaller scale. These include mild bruising after injection, as well as headaches and flu-like symptoms.

Baby Botox Before and After Images

After receiving Baby Botox, patients should be left with a natural looking smooth face that can still move and be manipulated without the frozen expression that can be associated with traditional Botox.

Baby Botox is best to be used on soft, fine lines as opposed to deep frown lines that come with age. Traditional Botox should be used in these cases otherwise the wrinkles will remain visible after treatment.

You can always ask to see evidence of your injector’s body of work prior to the procedure. This is especially important with Baby Botox because it is a much more precise procedure, meaning that you want to be sure that your practitioner has the required skills to perform such techniques.