Botulinum Toxin

BOTOX^®  is a biologic product that cannot be interchanged – or substituted – for another product. In fact, the FDA has stated BOTOX^®  is “non-interchangeable,” which means that its safety and effectiveness cannot be claimed by any other product. The potency – or strength – of BOTOX^® is measured in scientifically defined units, and the FDA has concluded that a unit of BOTOX^®  does not equal a unit of any other product.

People who are prescribed a biologic product have a right to know exactly what they are receiving. Be sure to ask which product you are being prescribed and why.

BOTOX^®  is a technique-sensitive treatment. You can trust BOTOX^®  to deliver subtle results when you are treated by someone who is licensed, trained, and a medical expert in facial anatomy. So you’ll look like yourself—only with less noticeable lines. No one should be able to tell you’ve had anything done.

Compare the before and after pictures of real patients in our gallery, and see the difference for yourself.

The best way to save money on your treatments is to enroll in Brilliant Distinctions^®, the Allergan consumer loyalty program that helps you earn points for savings on future treatments. It’s easy, and free!

Learn more and enroll in Brilliant Distinctions^® today to join over 3 million other members who are saving on their treatments.

Not at all! Many men make BOTOX^®  part of what they do to care for their appearance.

The number of men choosing treatments like BOTOX^®  has risen fast – in the past three years alone, men have received over one million botulinum toxin treatments. When surveyed, the majority of men say they want to look good and they’re bothered by the changes they see in the mirror. 80% would choose to treat their crow’s feet first, while 74% would prioritize their forehead lines, and 60% would most like to treat their frown lines.*

It’s not your age that determines when BOTOX^®  is right for you, it’s the severity of your lines. In fact, 64% of plastic surgeons report seeing a rise in cosmetic surgery or injectable treatments for patients in their early 30’s.

The truth is, everyone’s lines form differently. The timing can be influenced by a combination of factors, from cellular changes that may occur over time, to reduction of collagen, to genetic factors, or damage caused by free radicals from the sun and the environment.

Whenever your lines start to bother you, go speak with your doctor. They can help you determine if treatment is right for you.

The actual injection process takes a quick 10 minutes. Your specialist will discuss your treatment goals and perform a facial analysis to determine the appropriate treatment areas for you. Then, some patients report that being injected with BOTOX^® feels like a pinch. Your specialist may use ice to numb the treatment area. Or, if you are concerned about discomfort, your specialist may apply a topical numbing cream before administering your treatment.

Treatment requires minimal downtime. So you can return to your daily routine immediately after you leave your specialist’s office.

You may begin to notice results within 24 to 48 hours, with results lasting up to four months for moderate to severe frown lines. Remember that results vary from patient to patient though, so your physician will plan your next appointment based on your results and aesthetic goals.

Start talking about your goals with a specialist today and find out what you could expect.

Treatment requires minimal downtime. So you can return to your daily routine immediately after you leave your specialist’s office.

There is no such thing as a “generic” form of BOTOX^®. Be wary of discount products or “cheap” BOTOX^®. Medical formulations, potency, and approved doses vary among products, so no one product can take the place of another. FDA labeling states that BOTOX^® is not interchangeable with any other product. If it doesn’t say BOTOX^® on the vial, then it isn’t BOTOX^®.

BOTOX^® has a one-of-a-kind formulation. And BOTOX^® is the most widely researched and studied treatment of its kind. Backed by more than 15 years of clinical studies, the safety and efficacy of BOTOX^® have been described in 495 peer-reviewed articles in scientific and medical journals.

Finally, Allergan, the maker of BOTOX^®, owns the entire manufacturing and packaging process, which helps ensure the reliability and safety of each vial.