Is It Time for Botox? The Best Age to Go Under the Needle

Wrinkles on puppies and Moo Deng? Adorable. Wrinkles on your own face? That’s up for debate, but most people don’t find their own wrinkles to be quite as endearing.

If you’re bothered by crow’s feet, frown lines and forehead wrinkles that appear with every facial expression you make, we’re going to let you in on a little secret: Neuromodulators like Botox and Dysport can treat your existing wrinkles and prevent new ones from forming. Intrigued? Keep reading to learn more about how these treatments can help you look great at any age.

First, Let’s Review… What Are Neuromodulators?

Neuromodulators are also called wrinkle relaxers, and for good reason. Thanks to the repetitive movement of facial muscles, smiling, squirting or frowning can cause expression lines to become etched onto your skin. These most commonly occur near the corners of the eyes, around the nose and mouth, and between and above the eyebrows. As the skin loses elasticity with age, these wrinkles can deepen and develop into a permanent fixture on your face.

Neuromodulators help soften those pesky facial lines and creases by temporarily “freezing” or relaxing the muscles that cause them. The active ingredient in well-known brands like Botox and Dysport is botulinum toxin type A, which works by interrupting the nerve signals that tell the muscles to contract. Without these signals, the muscles relax, leaving the overlying skin smooth and virtually wrinkle-free for three to four months after a single treatment.

The Best Age for Botox & Dysport Injections

Botox and Dysport are popular among more mature clients, but anti-wrinkle injections can benefit men and women at any age. That’s because not only do they stop existing wrinkles in their tracks, but a reduction in muscle activity also stops them from worsening. And if you start early enough, you can actually slow down the development of lines and wrinkles, period.

Preventive: Botox & Dysport In Your 20s

More and more people are getting preventive Botox — also called “Baby Botox” — in their mid to late 20s. Rather than smoothing away existing wrinkles, this approach is designed to stop the signs of aging before they start. “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” after all.

Preventive treatments involve injecting small amounts of Botox or similar products (like Dysport) into areas where lines are likely to develop. Overly expressive muscles like those around the eyes, forehead or mouth are the most frequent targets of treatment. With consistent treatments, preventive Botox effectively “presses pause” on the aging process, so your skin continues to look smooth and wrinkle-free for a longer period of time.

Hold the Line: Botox In Your 30s & 40s

The 30s and 40s are when those visible lines start getting a bit too… well, visible. This is typically when most people first notice wrinkles starting to linger and the skin not bouncing back quite as quickly as it used to. If you started preventive treatments in your 20s or even a little later, you’ll be better off than your peers. But if you haven’t, no worries — there’s still plenty that Botox and Dysport injections can do to rejuvenate your appearance.

The beauty of starting Botox or Dysport in your 30s and 40s is that you can get ahead of deeper wrinkles before they become more challenging to treat. At this age, treatments can help maintain your natural expressions while softening those increasingly stubborn lines. Many of our clients find this is the perfect time to start their anti-wrinkle injections, as they can achieve natural-looking results that keep people guessing about their real age.

Department of Corrections: Botox in Your 50s and Beyond

Think those deeper lines and wrinkles mean you’ve missed the Botox boat? Not even close. While starting earlier can help prevent wrinkles from becoming deeply etched into your skin, Botox and Dysport can still make a remarkable difference in your 50s, 60s and beyond. The goals might be slightly different at this stage — instead of prevention, we’re focusing on softening existing lines and maintaining a naturally refreshed appearance.

At this age, your provider might recommend combining neuromodulators with other treatments. Botox and Dysport pair well with dermal fillers like Juvéderm and Restylane to provide a more comprehensive approach to anti-aging. Neuromodulators target expression lines, while dermal fillers restore lost volume to soften the appearance of static wrinkles (the ones visible even when your face is at rest). In the hands of our skilled team, fillers can also be used to plump up the lips, erase dark circles beneath the eyes, contour the chin and jawline, and more.

The Art of Natural-Looking Results

Nobody wants to look stiff or “frozen.” At Gifted Medspa in Cary, North Carolina, our approach focuses on enhancing your natural beauty while maintaining your ability to express yourself. Think of it as turning down the volume on those overactive muscles rather than hitting the mute button entirely. The goal? You’ll still look like you — just a more refreshed version.

This is where your provider’s expertise really shines. A skilled injector understands the delicate balance between reducing wrinkles and preserving natural movement. When your friends and family can’t quite put their finger on why you look so refreshed lately? That’s the hallmark of expertly administered Botox or Dysport injections.

“Anna is the best!! Her spa should be named Gifted Hands!! She definitely has the magic touch and on top of that she is a very friendly and warm person. She has become my go to injector!!”

• Tracey B.

The Perfect Time Is Now — Book Your Appointment Today!

There’s no hard-and-fast rule for when you should start considering Botox or Dysport. Whether you’re ready to prevent, maintain or correct the signs of aging, the expert injectors at Gifted Medspa in Cary, North Carolina, will create a treatment plan that’s perfectly timed for you. Let’s talk about your goals and develop a strategy that fits your needs and goals! Book your appointment online or call us at 919-300-8303 to get started today!