Botox is one of the most popular treatments for reducing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines on the face. It can reduce crow’s feet, get rid of forehead wrinkles, and even soften the lines between the eyebrows. 

But Botox can also be used to prevent wrinkles before they appear. Getting Botox before you have visible wrinkles can stop the formation of wrinkles and keep your skin looking younger than ever.
## What is Preventative Botox?
Preventative Botox involves getting Botox injections in areas of the face that usually develop wrinkles. This includes the area around the outside of your eyes, the skin between your eyebrows, and your forehead. Some people also target smile lines around the mouth or chin. 

As soon as you notice any hint of fine lines in these areas, you can opt for preventative Botox. These fine lines are future wrinkles, but you can stop them in their tracks.
## Who Should Get Preventative Botox?
Anyone with fine lines can get preventative Botox. This treatment can make these fine lines disappear as well as preventing the formation of deeper wrinkles in these spots.

There’s no one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to Botox. Many people start getting preventative Botox in their 20s or 30, but what’s right for someone else may not be right for you. Pay attention to your skin, and look for any signs of fine lines or wrinkles. Once you see fine lines appearing on the forehead or around the eyes, it's time to think about Botox.

Botox is approved for anyone over 18, but you probably won’t need to worry about preventative Botox until you’re in your mid to late 20s.
## How Does Preventative Botox Work?
Botox targets muscles in the face that tense and contract during certain facial expressions. For example, frown lines on the forehead usually appear when we frown. After years of making this expression, the fine lines turn into wrinkles that don’t go away even when we smile.

A small dose of the botulinum toxin is injected into the muscles causing these fine lines. The Botox blocks signals from the brain to the muscles. Your brain tells the muscle to frown, but the muscle never gets the message, so it stays smooth and relaxed. Preventative Botox disrupts these repetitive movements and can prevent wrinkles from forming in that spot.
## Is Preventative Botox Dangerous?
Botox is a neurotoxin that comes from the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. This bacterium occurs naturally in soil, freshwater, and forests. It can be very toxic in high doses. 

However, Botox injections contain a very small dose of this botulinum toxin, and the FDA has approved Botox as a completely safe treatment. Botox for therapeutic uses, such as reducing migraine pain, contains a higher dose. But Botox for cosmetic treatments contains a low dose of the neurotoxin.

It’s important to work with a qualified professional whenever you get Botox. They know exactly where to inject Botox to reduce or prevent wrinkles, and they also know how to administer Botox safely.


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