Baby Botox: Preventative treatment or just clever marketing?

You’ve finally taken the plunge and had Botox - now the big question is, how can you make those smooth, glowing results last longer ? While there’s no magic potion (yet!) that can freeze time or stop your Botox from naturally metabolising, there are a few simple, smart habits you can adopt to help prolong your results. 1. Understand Your Body’s Role Your body’s chemistry plays a big part in how long Botox lasts. Everyone metabolises the product differently, but a commonly held belief is that the more active you are, the quicker your body may break it down . So yes, sadly those high-intensity workouts might be speeding things up. While you shouldn’t stop exercising, it’s good to be aware that intense activity could reduce the longevity of your treatment. 2. Don’t Wait Until Lines Are Deep-Set A crucial tip? Don’t wait until wrinkles become stagnant , meaning they’re always visible, even when your face is at rest. Once wrinkles become deeply etched into the skin, Botox won’t be as effective in softening them, and your results may not last as long. Instead, consider treatment when lines are just starting to appear with expression. This gives Botox a better chance to prevent deeper lines from forming. 3. Follow a Consistent Treatment Schedule Consistency is key. Keeping up with regular treatments (usually every 3–4 months) can help "train" the muscles over time, so they require less product and potentially last longer. 4. Practice Good Aftercare What you do post-treatment matters. To make Botox last longer: Avoid lying down for at least 4 hours Don’t rub or massage the treated area for 24 hours Skip strenuous workouts and saunas for at least 24 hours Invest in a silk pillow case, though out your cotton pillow case (Thank me later!) 5. Support Skin Health from the Inside Out Healthy skin holds results better. Support your Botox with: A good skincare routine, one that involves banana skins! The enzymes and anti-oxidants work as natural Botox! Google it! Supplments – Zinc and Vitamin A should be your two best friends Hydration, hydration, hydration (And no, I don’t mean wine!) A balanced diet rich in antioxidants and collagen-boosting nutrients Final Thoughts: Botox Longevity Starts with Smart Habits While you can’t stop your body from metabolizing Botox, you can support longer-lasting results by being proactive with aftercare, timing treatments right, and taking care of your skin. Need a personalised plan to get the most from your Botox? Book a consultation, and let’s talk about your goals and how to make your results work harder and last longer for you.