Baby Botox is an aesthetic medicine technique that involves injecting smaller doses of botulinum toxin into the muscles responsible for expression lines. Unlike traditional Botox , which aims to smooth out wrinkles in a more pronounced way, Baby Botox is designed to achieve a lighter, more subtle effect by relaxing the muscles without completely freezing their movement.
Baby Botox is a lighter and more subtle version of the classic botulinum toxin (or Botox) injections. It aims to soften wrinkles and prevent signs of aging without freezing facial expressions. This aesthetic medicine technique is
gaining increasing popularity, especially among young adults and patients seeking discreet rejuvenation. Baby Botox allows patients to maintain natural expressions while reducing expression lines and preventing their formation.
Baby Botox 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 wrinkle formation while preserving natural expressions. It is an excellent choice for patients seeking a discreet result while maintaining mobility in areas like the forehead, crow’s feet, and glabella (between the eyebrows).
Baby Botox is particularly suitable for people who :
• Want to prevent wrinkles but maintain muscle mobility.
• Have fine expression lines to correct.
• Want to keep a natural and expressive face.
• Are looking for a gentler alternative to traditional Botox.
Although the basic principle remains the same — using botulinum toxin to relax facial muscles — the major difference lies in the amount of product injected and the desired result.
The main differences are :
• Amount of product : Baby Botox uses smaller doses.
• Result : more subtle and natural with Baby Botox, while classic Botox provides a more pronounced effect.
• Prevention : Baby Botox is often used to prevent the appearance of wrinkles, whereas classic Botox treats existing wrinkles — it is both corrective and preventive (to prevent worsening of wrinkles).
• Duration of effects : Baby Botox effects last slightly less time (3 to 4 months) than classic Botox (5 to 6 months).
Classic Botox
Classic Botox is often used to smooth more pronounced wrinkles and achieve a visible and 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 Botox may sometimes give a more “frozen” appearance, but the result remains natural if performed by an experienced doctor.
Baby Botox
Baby Botox is based on a more measured use of botulinum toxin. The injected doses are lower, which allows for the softening of wrinkles while maintaining the natural mobility of the muscles. The result is a rejuvenated, fresh face with intact facial expressions. Baby Botox is also a preventive technique, ideal for young adults wishing to delay the appearance of wrinkles while maintaining a natural look.
Baby Botox can be used to treat several areas of the face where expression lines commonly appear.
Treating frown lines with Baby Botox
The glabella, located between the eyebrows, is the area where vertical wrinkles, also known as frown lines, appear. These wrinkles form when frowning and can give a stern or tired appearance. Baby Botox helps relax this area in a subtle way, softening the expression without completely freezing it.
Treating crow's feet wrinkles with Baby Botox
Crow’s feet are the small wrinkles that appear around the eyes, especially when smiling or laughing. With age, they become more and more pronounced. Baby Botox can reduce these wrinkles while maintaining a natural smile and expressive eyes.
Treating forehead wrinkles with Baby Botox
Horizontal forehead lines are often one of the first areas to be treated with Baby Botox. These wrinkles appear when raising the eyebrows or furrowing the forehead. Thanks to small injections of botulinum toxin, it is possible to soften them without fully immobilizing the area, allowing for an expressive forehead but without those unsightly lines.
Treating marionette lines with Baby Botox
Although less commonly treated with Baby Botox, marionette lines are another possible indication.
Baby Botox offers numerous advantages compared to more invasive aesthetic treatments or traditional Botox, especially for those who want to maintain a natural-looking face while preventing signs of aging.
• Wrinkle prevention : Baby Botox is ideal for patients in their twenties or thirties who wish to prevent wrinkles before they become more pronounced. By targeting the muscles responsible for expression lines, it is possible to slow the appearance of these creases and maintain a youthful appearance for longer.
• Natural and subtle result : one of the main benefits of Baby Botox is its subtle and natural effect. Unlike traditional Botox, which results in a more "frozen" look — though still natural — Baby Botox allows for preserved natural facial expressions while softening lines. The face looks more relaxed and smoother, without obvious changes noticeable by others.
• Fewer side effects : as Baby Botox is injected in smaller quantities, there is a lower risk of side effects or complications. Swelling and discomfort are reduced, and recovery is quick. Results are progressive.
• No social downtime : after a Baby Botox session, normal daily activities can be resumed immediately. Unlike some more invasive aesthetic treatments, Baby Botox requires no social downtime, making it perfectly suited to patients with busy schedules.
• Duration of treatment and effects : Baby Botox is a quick procedure, generally lasting between 10 and 20 minutes. Results begin to appear 2 days after the injection, are optimal after 7 days, and can last between 3 to 4 months, depending on the amount of toxin injected and the patient’s metabolism.
Baby Botox can be performed on any patient, but it is especially recommended for those wishing to prevent signs of aging or achieve more subtle results.
• Young adults (20–30 years old) : Baby Botox is a perfect option for young adults who want to delay the appearance of expression lines while maintaining smooth, glowing skin. By preventing wrinkle formation, a youthful appearance can be preserved longer.
• Patients seeking subtle results : for those looking for discreet rejuvenation, with a subtle and natural effect, without the treatment being noticeable to those around them.
• Patients who have already had Botox : individuals who have already received traditional Botox injections and want a softer outcome can opt for Baby Botox to maintain greater mobility.
• Patients sensitive to injections : Baby Botox uses smaller amounts of product, making it an ideal treatment for people who are more sensitive to injections.
A Baby Botox session is quick.
Before any injection, a consultation with the doctor is necessary to assess the areas to be treated and to 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 placement of the injections depend on the individual needs of each patient.
Normal activities can be resumed immediately. Any slight redness or swelling is temporary and fades quickly.
| Type of consultation | Generally practiced rates |
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Botox upper face
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WOMAN one zone : 300 CHF two zones : 450 CHF three zones : 600 CHF MEN one zone : 350 CHF two zones : 500 CHF three zones : 650 CHF |
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Botox masseter/bruxism |
500 CHF for the 1st vial 350 CHF for each additional vial One to three bottles are required |
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Botox for sweating
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500 CHF for the 1st vial 350 CHF for each additional vial One to three vials are required |
Le baby Botox peut être envisagé dès l’apparition des premières rides d’expression, généralement autour de 25 à 30 ans, en prévention du vieillissement cutané.
Oui, le baby Botox est idéal pour les jeunes adultes souhaitant prévenir l’apparition des rides tout en conservant des expressions naturelles.
Non, le baby Botox ne nécessite aucun temps de récupération. Il est possible de reprendre ses activités immédiatement après la séance, bien que des rougeurs ou légers gonflements puissent apparaître temporairement.
Les injections de baby Botox se renouvellent en moyenne tous les 4 à 6 mois pour maintenir des résultats optimaux et naturels.
Oui, le baby Botox est très efficace en prévention. Il limite les contractions musculaires responsables des rides d’expression, retardant ainsi leur apparition.
Oui, le baby Botox convient parfaitement aux hommes souhaitant atténuer les premières rides tout en conservant des traits naturels et expressifs.
Non, le baby Botox utilise des doses légères pour détendre subtilement les muscles, préservant ainsi les expressions naturelles du visage.
Il est recommandé d’éviter l’exposition directe au soleil pendant 24 à 48 heures après l’injection, afin de limiter les risques d’inflammation ou d’ecchymoses.
The services described on this website apply to Swiss territory; there are differences between countries.
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