So You Want To Get Botox – How Do You Navigate Cost?

If you’ve made up your mind to invest in Botox treatment, of course, a lot of time and thought has gone into it. After all, there are a lot of things one has to think about, other than the cost of Botox itself. Therefore, it’s only normal to want to get the best and most out of your buck, and end up with a treatment that both makes you happy and lasts long.

Safety first: Besides the cost of Botox, what are other factors I need to consider?

• As with any physical treatment, finding a good doctor or esthetician is crucial.
• Deciding the area for Botox and the overall cost of Botox itself should be the next query. This is where most customers struggle.

Here are a few questions you might have about Botox answered.

How do I know if Botox is right for me?

• This is something many people aren’t comfortable discussing with their doctor or esthetician – whether or not they’re the right candidate for the treatment itself.
• Although a low cost Botox treatment or a heavily discounted Botox package can be tempting, we advise you to take caution.
• Most people approach Botox in an attempt to get rid of some form or level of appearance related insecurity – especially when other methods have failed. Others may just be following trends set by celebrities who swear by Botox. Finding out that one may not be the ideal candidate for Botox can hit hard, irrespective of the price of the treatment.
• However, it is imperative for your health and body’s sake, and to the administrator of the Botox, to be in-the-know about whether you have any red flags when it comes to your health.
• A few such red flags to watch out for are pregnancy and any sagging or volume loss in skin.
• If you have allergies to certain chemicals, letting the doctor know beforehand can mean the difference between life and death- or serious paralysis.

What if the cost of Botox is very low?

• Remember that when the price is too good to be true or a discount is too high to seem real – then that’s probably the case.
• Often when the cost is too low, the quality of Botox is diluted to the point that it wears off too soon – giving you brief and mild results.
• Doctors with more experience administering Botox charge significantly higher amounts for Botox treatments.
• Mostly, new treatment centres and doctors with less experience use discounting as a method to attract new customers. Although this is a regular practise, it’s your duty to perform due diligence on both the doctor and the treatment centre.
• As it is with healthcare, so it is with Botox- pay a slightly higher price and get a largely better treatment.

How do I get the most out of the cost of Botox?

You’re probably aware of the units of Botox that decide the ultimate cost of the treatment. The lower the cost per unit, the more diluted the Botox chemical is. Now, of course, there are a few ways to ensure that you get the most out of what you pay.

• Pay per unit- as opposed to how many areas on the face you’re getting treated. This means you’ll be paying exactly the amount of Botox you’ll use.
• First, address the areas that you are bothered by the most- this means one treatment will help you feel a lot better than 3 or 4 smaller treatments on areas you aren’t the most self- conscious about.
• Don’t settle for second-hand or Botox substitute treatments provided at back-alley hospitals by uncertified estheticians. You can seriously risk jeopardising your face and health. If a Botox is what you want, save up to invest in a prober treatment.

Do I need to see all appointments through?

• Do not skimp or skip out on Botox treatment sessions just to reduce the price – in this case, it is important to follow the instructions set out by your doctor or administrator. Be honest with your administrators or doctors about your ability to pay for upcoming sessions as well.
• Many people might feel like they don’t want the Botox anymore once they get it and see the immediate effects. This is completely normal. If it’s your first time, after a few appointments or so – try and speak to your doctor about how you feel regarding the treatment and when is a safe time to stop if you so want to.
• If it’s your first time, you have nothing to worry about. In under three months, all of the Botox will dissolve. You might have to abruptly end the treatment if you suffer any adverse reactions. To avoid this possibility, take a small patch test.
• If you’ve been having Botox done for a long while now, then the story might unfold differently. The Botox generally takes longer to dissolve and your skin might remain slightly different for a longer time. But you’ll easily revert to your normal skin profile in some time.