How many units of Botox will I need?

Forehead lines usually take 8–16 units, frown lines 16–24 units, and crow's feet 8–16 units. A full upper face is commonly 30–50 units.

How long does Botox last?

Three to four months for most patients, slightly shorter for first-time treatments.

Will Botox make me look frozen?

Not with conservative dosing. Ask your injector for a natural-movement plan and start with a lower dose you can build on at your two-week follow-up.

Injectables

Botox in the Bay Area

Smooth dynamic lines on the forehead, brows, and eyes.

Typical Bay Area cost: $11–$20; per unit
Providers listed: 351; vetted Bay Area clinics
Category: Injectables; treatment type

What it is

Botox is a purified botulinum toxin type A injected in small doses to temporarily relax the muscles that create expression lines. It is the most requested aesthetic treatment in the Bay Area and takes about ten minutes to administer.

Benefits

Softens forehead lines, frown lines, and crow's feet
Prevents new static wrinkles when started early
No downtime — most patients return to work immediately
Also treats jaw clenching, gummy smile, and excessive sweating

Cost

Across the Bay Area, botox runs $11–$20 per unit. Peninsula cities like Palo Alto and Los Gatos sit at the upper end, while Fremont and San Jose are generally the most competitive.