While BOTOX typically lasts 3 to 6 months, there are specific ways you can preserve and maintain your wrinkle-free look for as long as possible. Understanding the timing of BOTOX is the first step in planning a maintenance schedule that keeps you looking forever fresh and youthful.
In this post, we’ll go over everything you need to know about your BOTOX results timeline, from how long BOTOX results last, to how often you should schedule your treatments, to how to make your results last even longer.
How Long Does It Take To See BOTOX Results After a Treatment?
Unlike dermal filler results, BOTOX results don’t show up right away. Most people start seeing a difference 3 to 5 days after an appointment, but it may take up to 2 weeks for the full results to take effect.
How Long Does BOTOX Last?
BOTOX results last anywhere from 3 to 6 months. Your specific timeline will vary depending on factors such as your age, muscle mass, dosage, and the placement of your injections.
How Often Should I Get BOTOX?
You likely won’t need to get BOTOX any more frequently than every 2 to 3 months. Getting your next treatment done too soon will extend your results, but it will also increase the dosage of your current injections if they haven’t worn off yet. This might leave you with a slightly frozen look and possibly some unwanted side effects such as eyelid drooping. A qualified injector will help you time your sessions right so you can maintain your results without jumping the gun.
Does BOTOX Last Longer Than Dysport®, Jeuveau®, and XEOMIN®?
There may be some slight variations in the longevity of these products. They contain different formulations of the same proteins, which may affect how quickly your body metabolizes them. Overall, however, the results generally last about the same time.
How To Make BOTOX Results Last Longer
Here are a few tips for getting the most mileage out of your BOTOX results:
- Keep up with regular appointments: Studies show that with regular use over time, your targeted muscles will become less active. That means you can go longer between your appointments.
- Wear SPF: Protecting your skin from the sun is always a must for preventing wrinkles.
- Avoid smoking: Smoking limits how much oxygen your skin gets and lowers the vitamin A content in your skin, leading to premature aging.
- Perfect your at-home skincare routine: Incorporate retinol, vitamin C, and other anti-aging ingredients into your daily regimen. Learn more about our favorite post-injection skincare products in this blog post.
- Choose the right injector: A skilled injector will administer the right dosage in the right place to give you the longest-lasting results.
Take the Next Step
Want to learn more about BOTOX from the board-certified dermatologists at The Clinic for Dermatology & Wellness? Request a consultation online or give us a call at (541) 200-2444 to get in touch with our Medford, OR, office.
This blog post was originally published in June 2022 and updated in November 2025.