Is Botox Painful? I heard botox cosmetic can be really painful to get injected.

Prior to your Botox treatment, your doctor will be applying a cold pack or topical anesthetic cream to numb your skin. With the topical cream, your Botox procedure will be virtually painless. Even without the cream and ice, your pain will be minimal. We describe it as a pinching sensation. . It's a very quick and easy procedure. However, I highly recommend you research your medical professional thoroughly before your Botox treatment. Good luck.

The treatment involves using a small number of extremely fine needles to inject a very small volume of product. The discomfort experienced is minimal and a cold pack can be used to reduce discomfort if necessary.

Thank you for your question. This really depends on the person. Also, some areas are more painful than others. Usually botox is quick compared to fillers. Best of luck!Dhaval M. PatelDouble board certified Plastic surgeonHoffman EstatesBarringtonOakbrookChicago 

Hi there-
The injections of botox are administered with a very small needle.
This size needle is the one used for most diabetic patients who give themselves injections several times a day.
Many clinicians help "numb" the site with ice, or for those who are very sensitive, with a topical numbing cream.
Each little injection is very quick and therefore the discomfort,if any, is very quick.
Most patients would tell you that the minor discomfort associated with the treatment was well worth the outcome they enjoy.

 Botox is injected in the muscle with very fine tip needles. The pain is very minimal.
You can ask to use ice before injection to help minimize the discomfort. There is also a topical numbing cream that can be applied 15 minutes before injection.