BABY BOTULINUM TOXIN

What is Baby botulinum toxin ?

Baby botulinum toxin is an aesthetic-oriented medicine technique that involves injecting smaller doses of botulinum toxin into the muscles responsible for expression lines. Unlike traditional botulinum toxin, which aims to smooth wrinkles more noticeably, Baby botulinum toxin seeks to achieve a lighter, more subtle effect by relaxing the muscles without completely blocking their movement.

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Baby botulinum toxin in Geneva

Baby botulinum toxin is a gentle and subtle version of traditional botulinum toxin injections, designed to soften wrinkles and prevent signs of aging without freezing facial expressions. This aesthetic-oriented medicine technique is gaining increasing popularity,

particularly among young adults and patients seeking a subtle rejuvenation. Baby botulinum toxin helps preserve natural expressions while reducing expression lines and preventing their formation.

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Why Baby botulinum toxin ?

Baby botulinum toxin is often chosen by patients who wish to prevent or treat the first signs of aging without losing facial mobility. It is a technique that helps prevent the formation of static wrinkles while preserving natural expressions. It is an excellent choice for patients who want a subtle result but wish to maintain enough movement in the forehead, crow’s feet, and glabella (the area between the eyebrows).
Baby botulinum toxin is particularly suitable for those who want to prevent wrinkles while keeping mobility in all muscles, who have fine expression lines to correct, who wish to retain a natural and expressive face, or who are looking for a gentler alternative to traditional botulinum toxin.

Baby botulinum toxin vs traditional botulinum toxin : what is the difference ?

Although the principle remains the same — using botulinum toxin to relax the facial muscles — the main difference lies in the amount injected and the desired result.
The main differences are :

• Product quantity : Baby botulinum toxin uses lower doses.
• Result : more subtle and natural with Baby botulinum toxin, while traditional botulinum toxin provides a more pronounced effect.
• Prevention : Baby botulinum toxin is often used to prevent the appearance of static wrinkles, whereas traditional botulinum toxin treats already established wrinkles its action is both corrective and preventive (preventing the worsening of wrinkles).
• Duration of effects : the effects of Baby botulinum toxin last slightly less (3 to 4 months) than those of traditional botulinum toxin (5 to 6 months).

Traditional botulinum toxin

Traditional botulinum toxin is often used to smooth more pronounced wrinkles and achieve a visible and long-lasting result. It is injected into the forehead, glabella and crow’s feet in effective doses to reduce the muscle activity responsible for wrinkles. Traditional botulinum toxin can sometimes give a more “frozen” appearance but remains natural when the injection is performed by an experienced doctor.

Baby botulinum toxin

Baby botulinum toxin is based on a more measured use of botulinum toxin. The injected doses are smaller, which makes it possible to soften wrinkles while preserving the natural mobility of the muscles. The result is a rejuvenated and fresh face with intact expressions. Baby botulinum toxin is also a preventive technique, ideal for young adults who wish to delay the appearance of wrinkles while keeping a natural look.

Areas treated with Baby botulinum toxin

Baby botulinum toxin can be used to treat several areas of the face where expression lines usually appear.

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Treat frown lines with Baby botulinum toxin

The glabella, located between the eyebrows, is the area where vertical lines, also known as frown lines, appear. These wrinkles form when frowning and can give a stern or tired appearance. Baby botulinum toxin gently relaxes this area, softening the expression without completely freezing it.

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Treat crow’s feet with Baby botulinum toxin

Crow’s feet are the small wrinkles that appear around the eyes, especially when smiling or laughing. With age, they become more pronounced. Baby botulinum toxin can soften these wrinkles while maintaining a natural smile and expressive eyes.

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Treat forehead wrinkles with Baby botulinum toxin

Horizontal forehead wrinkles are often one of the first areas to be treated with Baby botulinum toxin. These wrinkles appear when raising the eyebrows or frowning. With small injections of botulinum toxin, it is possible to soften them without completely immobilizing the area, allowing for an expressive forehead but without those unsightly lines.

The advantages of Baby botulinum toxin

Baby botulinum toxin offers many advantages compared to more invasive aesthetic treatments or traditional botulinum toxin, especially for people who want to keep a natural look while preventing aging.
• Prevention of wrinkles : Baby botulinum toxin is ideal for younger patients who want to prevent wrinkles before they become more pronounced. By acting on the muscles responsible for expression lines, it helps slow their appearance and maintain smoother skin for longer.
• Natural and subtle result : one of the main advantages of Baby botulinum toxin is its discreet and natural effect. Unlike traditional botulinum toxin, which produces a more blocked appearance (though still natural), Baby botulinum toxin preserves natural expressions while softening wrinkles. The face looks more relaxed and smoother, without results that are too obvious to others.
• Fewer side effects : thanks to the use of smaller doses, the risks of reactions such as swelling or discomfort are reduced. Tolerance is excellent, and results appear gradually, ensuring a natural transition.
• No downtime : after a Baby botulinum toxin session, patients can immediately resume their daily activities. Unlike some more invasive aesthetic treatments, Baby botulinum toxin requires no social downtime. This technique is perfectly suited for patients with busy schedules.
• Duration of the treatment and effects : Baby botulinum toxin is a quick treatment, usually lasting between 10 and 20 minutes. Results begin to appear 2 days after injection, become optimal after 7 days, and can last between 3 to 4 months, depending on the amount of toxin injected and the patient’s metabolism.

Who can benefit from Baby botulinum toxin ?

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Baby botulinum toxin is not suitable for all patients; this technique is particularly recommended for those who wish to prevent the signs of aging or achieve more subtle results.
• Young adults : Baby botulinum toxin is a perfect option for young adults who want to delay the appearance of expression lines while maintaining smooth and even skin. By preventing wrinkle formation, it is possible to keep a youthful face for longer.
• Patients seeking subtle results : for those who want discreet rejuvenation and a subtle, natural effect, without the treatment being noticeable to others.
• Patients who have already had botulinum toxin injections : individuals who have previously received traditional botulinum toxin and now prefer less pronounced results can also choose Baby botulinum toxin to maintain greater mobility.
• Patients sensitive to injections : Baby botulinum toxin uses smaller amounts of product, making it an ideal treatment for people sensitive to injections.

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How does a Baby botulinum toxin session take place ?

The Baby botulinum toxin session is quick.
Before any injection, a consultation with the doctor is necessary to assess the areas to be treated and discuss the patient’s expectations. It is important to determine the precise dosage to achieve a subtle and natural result.
After disinfecting the skin, small amounts of botulinum toxin are injected at strategic points on the face using a fine needle. The quantity and location of the injections depend on each patient’s individual needs.
Normal activities can be resumed immediately. Mild redness or swelling is temporary and disappears quickly.

What is the price of a Baby botulinum toxin injection in Geneva ?

Baby botulinum toxin, also known as micro-botulinum toxin, uses reduced doses of botulinum toxin to achieve a more subtle result, preserving facial mobility while softening expression lines. Although the injected quantities are smaller, this treatment remains a medical procedure performed according to the same protocols as traditional botulinum toxin.
In Geneva, the prices of Baby botulinum toxin are aligned with those of standard injections, as the cost does not depend solely on the amount of product used but also on the required expertise, preparation, procedural safety and medical follow-up. The prices are as follows :

  • For women
    One area : 300 CHF
    Two areas : 450 CHF
    Three areas : 600 CHF
  • For men
    One area : 350 CHF
    Two areas : 500 CHF
    Three areas : 650 CHF

The dose of toxin is simply adjusted to meet specific expectations : early prevention, natural effect, or treatment of mild wrinkles. The price therefore remains stable per area, regardless of the desired result, since the procedure requires the same precision, expertise and time.
Baby botulinum toxin is particularly suitable for younger patients or for those who wish to avoid any facial stiffness. A consultation helps determine the optimal injection plan based on muscle dynamics and aesthetic goals.

At what age can one start Baby botulinum toxin ?

Baby botulinum toxin can be considered as soon as the first expression lines appear, as a preventive measure against skin aging.

Yes, Baby botulinum toxin is ideal for young adults who want to prevent the appearance of wrinkles while preserving natural expressions.

No, Baby botulinum toxin requires no recovery time. Normal activities can be resumed immediately after the session, although temporary redness or slight swelling may appear.

Baby botulinum toxin injections are usually repeated every 4 to 6 months to maintain optimal and natural results.

Yes, Baby botulinum toxin is very effective as a preventive treatment. It limits the muscle contractions responsible for expression lines, thereby delaying their appearance.

Yes, Baby botulinum toxin is perfectly suitable for men who wish to soften early wrinkles while maintaining natural and expressive features.

No, Baby botulinum toxin uses light doses to subtly relax the muscles, thus preserving the face’s natural expressions.

It is recommended to avoid direct sun exposure for 24 to 48 hours after the injection, in order to minimize the risk of inflammation or bruising.

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