De-Influence - Botox

Botox ‘freezes’ the muscles so you can’t move them, this prevents wrinkles. If you have been on TikTok lately, there is a lot of anti-aging content, often from people who sell botox as a service.  So is botox worth it?

Pros

• It can be used for medical purposes, for example to treat migraines and

clenched jaw (TMJ).

• Prevents wrinkles

Cons

• You are going to age regardless of botox

• It lasts for 3-4 months and costs between $100-300

• Can feel claustrophobic as your face feels frozen

• Over time it can cause atrophy (muscle loss due to the lack of

movement). This is why you hear people say botox can cause saggy skin.

VERDICT:

Botox doesn't last, so if you are getting it done 3-4 times a year then the costs will

add up. Try utilise all low cost preventatives first, like wearing sunscreen and a

hat.