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How Much Does Botox Cost? (2026 Guide)

Botox costs $200–$800. Average: $300–$600. Per session, lasts 3-4 months. Complete cost breakdown with calculator.

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Botox Cost by Treatment Area

AreaUnits NeededCost RangeLasts
Forehead lines10-30 units$150–$4503-4 months
Frown lines (11s)15-30 units$200–$4003-4 months
Crow's feet (both sides)12-24 units$175–$3503-4 months
Full face (all 3 areas)40-64 units$500–$9003-4 months
Jaw slimming (masseter)30-60 units$400–$8004-6 months
Bunny lines (nose)5-10 units$75–$1503-4 months
Lip flip4-8 units$50–$1202-3 months
Neck bands (platysma)25-50 units$350–$7003-4 months
How Costs Compare
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Forehead lines 8%
Frown lines (11s) 11%
Crow's feet (both sides) 9%
Full face (all 3 areas) 26%
Jaw slimming (masseter) 21%
Bunny lines (nose) 4%
Lip flip 3%
Neck bands (platysma) 18%

Botox vs Dysport vs Xeomin vs Daxxify

BrandPrice/UnitOnsetDurationBest For
Botox (Allergan)$10–$183-5 days3-4 monthsGold standard, most studied
Dysport$4–$71-2 days3-4 monthsFaster onset, spreads more
Xeomin$8–$163-5 days3-4 monthsNo additives, less resistance risk
Daxxify$12–$222-3 days6-9 monthsLongest lasting, fewer visits

Note: Dysport uses 2.5-3x more units than Botox for the same effect, so the lower per-unit price evens out. Total cost is similar across brands — choose based on onset speed and duration preference, not price.

Pro Tips to Save Money on Botox

Join Allé (Allergan rewards) — earn points on every Botox treatment redeemable for $20-$60 off future visits. Free to join and stacks with other offers
Ask about Dysport — many providers charge 20-30% less for Dysport with identical results. It kicks in faster (1-2 days vs 3-5) which some patients prefer
Buy units in bulk — some med spas offer price breaks at 50+ units. If you're treating 3 areas, buying all units at once saves $50-$150 vs individual area pricing
Consider Daxxify for long-term savings — it costs more per treatment but lasts 6-9 months vs 3-4 for Botox, meaning 2 visits/year instead of 3-4. Annual cost is often lower
Don't chase cheap Botox — $6-$8/unit deals often mean diluted product, less experienced injectors, or non-authentic Botox. Bad Botox costs more to fix than good Botox costs upfront
Time it right — many med spas run specials in January and summer when business is slower. Black Friday Botox deals can save 20-30% on packages

What Affects Botox Pricing

The biggest factor is your provider — dermatologists and plastic surgeons charge $14-$18 per unit while med spa nurse injectors typically charge $10-$14. Geographic location adds another 30-50% variance (NYC and LA are the most expensive markets). The number of units you need depends on your muscle strength and treatment area — men typically need 50-100% more units than women because facial muscles are larger. First-time patients often need fewer units; over time, some people find they need slightly less as the muscles weaken from repeated treatments.

How Much Does Botox Cost Per Year?

Most patients spend $1,200-$3,600 per year on Botox. Forehead only (3-4 visits): $450-$1,800/year. Full face treatment (3-4 visits): $1,500-$3,600/year. Switching to Daxxify can reduce this by 25-40% since you only need 2 visits per year. The Allé rewards program typically saves regular patients $150-$300/year in points and promotions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Botox cost per unit?
Botox costs $10-$18 per unit in 2026. Med spas charge $10-$14/unit, dermatologists $12-$16, and plastic surgeons $14-$18. Most treatments require 20-64 units depending on the area, putting total cost at $200-$900 per visit.
How many units of Botox do I need?
Forehead: 10-30 units. Frown lines: 15-30 units. Crow's feet: 12-24 units (both sides). Full face: 40-64 units. Jaw slimming: 30-60 units. Your injector will assess your muscle strength and recommend a dose at your consultation.
How long does Botox last?
Standard Botox lasts 3-4 months. First-time users may notice it wearing off at 2-3 months. With regular treatments, it can start lasting 4-5 months as muscles weaken over time. Daxxify lasts 6-9 months.
Is Botox worth it?
At ~$1,500-$3,000/year, Botox is the most cost-effective anti-aging treatment available. It prevents wrinkles from deepening (preventive value), requires no downtime, and results are natural when done well. 97% of patients on RealSelf say it's "worth it."
Does Botox hurt?
Most patients describe it as a quick pinch — the needles are extremely thin (30-gauge). The forehead and crow's feet areas are mildly uncomfortable. Lip flips and jaw treatment can be slightly more sensitive. The entire treatment takes 5-15 minutes.
At what age should you start Botox?
There's no "right age" — it depends on when lines start bothering you. Preventive Botox (starting at 25-30 before deep lines form) uses fewer units and costs less over time. Most patients start between 28-40.
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Pricing from provider surveys, RealSelf, and industry reports. Updated March 2026.