Is 22 too young to get botox? Do many people start this early? I have forehead wrinkles..

Thank you for your question. Patients are starting to use Botox at younger and younger ages. They can even start in their 20s and typically want to retain the smooth appearance of the forehead/frown region and their crows feet to prevent the lines from appearing in the future. The treatment lasts for several months but in some patients, they can last even 6 months.

There is no specific predetermined age as to when patients should start having treatment with Botox. If there are no wrinkles present, the Botox will not be effective. However, in some cases it may be preventative. For example, if an individual frequently frowns, the Botox can decrease the frowning, thus decreasing the lines that will appear in the future. If there is a particular area that bothers you, it does not hurt to try it out. But I would not perform the injections if the patient does not need them. I hope this helps, and I wish you the best of luck.

Repeated muscle movement can cause lines or grooves, but at 22 the skin has the flexibility to spring back. With age, sun exposure, smoking , genetic factors, repeated expressions, etc., the lines become permanent. At your age you can have a conservative Botox treatment to prevent the wear and tear of the skin preventing the lines from becoming etched in. Along with Botox, it is important to use a good sun block to maintain the quallity of the skin.