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Friday, August 14, 2009

To Botox or not to Botox that is the question. As I venture into my late 20’s (gasp) I keep hearing from fellow colleagues and friends about getting Botox. With the barely there wrinkles I am stuck with the question, do I really need this yet? Some say it is preventable for the wrinkles to come, but I may just be a skeptic at this point. What do you think is the ripe age to Botox?
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botox! wrote:
1) 8/14/2009 9:56:42 AM
I'm 29 and I had it a few months ago. I just hated seeing the crows feet starting to creep in when I smiled. I loved it but it faded after 4 months. I think it does prevent the wrinkles from getting worse.
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missestofu wrote:
2) 8/14/2009 9:57:17 AM
I think it's all about aging gracefully. Especially when the wrinkles are so small because you're still young: there's no need to botox yet! Not until the wrinkles are really deep and even then, if you took good care of your skin, that won't be until you're pretty old and maybe won't want botox by then.
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Ahleeeshah wrote:
3) 8/14/2009 10:00:36 AM
I don't think any age is the right age to Botox. Injecting Botulism into my face doesn't sound like a great idea. Love your face the way it is!
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Reesie wrote:
4) 8/14/2009 10:08:34 AM
I just recently turned 27 and I know a lot of who people swear by botox, but at this point in my life I don't think its something I'll ever use, I mean it IS after all derived from a toxin that can be deadly, and if you over do it your face can look crazy and deformed. Bottom line, humans were meant to age, so I say lets do it gracefully.
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Janette wrote:
5) 8/14/2009 10:17:52 AM
As a 40-something woman I say you do not need to resort to Botox! I don't have many wrinkles and the ones I do have bring character. I love them and don't want to look frozen. I have kept to a regime of healthy diet, supplements and retina-A, always sunscreen, and great mosturizers. All have helped I believe!
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beachypeachy wrote:
6) 8/14/2009 10:57:56 AM
I'm about to turn 28 and I am noticing the little tiny lines that form when I smile and the crows feet, however no one else notices them. I'll wait to botox until I have wrinkles that can be seen by people standing at least 2 feet from me, until then I'll keep slathering on the sun block and moisturizing every night!
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jetset wrote:
7) 8/14/2009 11:16:03 AM
In my mid 30's and I think about botox more and more but I am afraid of the long term effects. More h2o, moisturizer, and sunscreen for now.
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jennp wrote:
8) 8/14/2009 11:25:48 AM
the perfect age to do botox? never! just have good skin care keep up and you'll age nicely.
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sp579 wrote:
9) 8/14/2009 11:55:42 AM
I think that your late 20s is much to early to begin worrying about botox. You shouldn't worry about that until your early 40s i think. Take the money you would be spending on botox and instead buy yourself some new shoes!
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Luvettes91 wrote:
10) 8/14/2009 12:06:07 PM
Late 20's I believe is way too young to get Botox. It's not a preventable treatment either it's only temporary. You shouldn't get botox it just makes you look artificial like a plastic doll. Someone with wrinkles they have smiled, frowned, cried, etc. I know that sounds corny but it's my thought.
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Hill06 wrote:
11) 8/14/2009 12:12:31 PM
Don't Botox. You're beautiful and the end results later down the road are not worth it. Embrace who you are!
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dulvme2 wrote:
12) 8/14/2009 12:22:39 PM
I do not think that there is a ripe age. I feel that if you have frown lines that are developing between your brows or in other places botox might be a good idea to prevent them from getting worse and to possibly help them fade altogether. I do not feel you should get botox just to get botox - if you do not have any lines at all why get it just because everyone else is. I have seen some very young women though with very lined foreheads and botox may help with this. But go to someone who is good so that you do not look plastic. A few mild lines add character to a face.
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aphrodite021 wrote:
13) 8/14/2009 12:24:43 PM
I'm all for a little enhancement when needed, but I think starting to get Botox in your 20's is a little ridiculous. There's probably not a single wrinkle on the face when you're twenty-something. I'm in the early 30's and I still don't have a wrinkle on my face. While I do believe that some wrinkles and aging is inevitable, I don't think Botox or any other facial procedure is a necessary thing until someone reaches their 40's. Enjoy life - your in your 20's & 30's , don't worry about wrinkles.
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watermaze wrote:
14) 8/14/2009 1:17:20 PM
Why are you considering Botox at any age? Botox is a derivative of botulism - even though it has been treated to destroy the bacteria, it still acts as a toxin (i.e., poison). It works by PARALYZING the muscle so that it cannot contract (and create a wrinkle). It does not "relax" the muscle or skin as described in so many commercials. Medically, it was originally used to treat painful muscle spasms and contractions in conditions such as cerebral palsy and its use in those contexts is still considered controversial. Why are women so worried about wrinkles that they are willing to go to such extremes? (Or they are willing to go to the extreme of using Botox but not giving up smoking or tanning.) I'm also a bit disturbed that you are promoting using Botox as a foregone conclusion - as merely a question of "when". Botox is not a good idea at any age!
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Sugar britches wrote:
15) 8/14/2009 1:40:49 PM
I really believe the need for Botox should be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Are you comfortable with the way you look? For myself, I didn't start to get wrinkles until i turned 40. I am now ready for the injections! Whatever feels right for you...
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eliza123 wrote:
16) 8/14/2009 2:01:04 PM
too young for botox. :]
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eyecandy007 wrote:
17) 8/14/2009 2:01:36 PM
i thought about it.. but the needles and its $$$$$$$$$$$$$$
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pockified wrote:
18) 8/14/2009 2:07:27 PM
No, don't do it yet!! Botox freezes your facial muscles and hinders your ability to make expressions. I might just be influenced by the celeb plastic surgery sites I've been perusing, but in most cases, botox can get addicting and you're only going to rely on it more and more over time. Embrace your wrinkles!
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Heather C wrote:
19) 8/14/2009 2:14:56 PM
To much botox can paralyze parts of your face! I would rather go with creams, and just try and prevent them before I get them. Good luck deciding!
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Ms.Carrllyy wrote:
20) 8/14/2009 3:32:45 PM
wrinkles are bound to happen but you are definitely not in need of it only being in your late 20's!! we have to remember that treating our bodies and skin right will age us beautifully.
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Skin Diva wrote:
21) 8/14/2009 3:46:04 PM
Ok, I think this whole Botox thing is being taken WAAYYYY too lightly by society. Botox is a low concentration of botulism (a LETHAL toxin,) which works by paralyzing the muscles around the injection site, thus preventing the muscles from contracting and forming a wrinkle. It has only been approved by the FDA for use on the nasal-labial folds (lines from the nose to the outer mouth). This is not just a "cosmetic" procedure as it is being made out to be. It is a surgical injection that causes paralysis. I work at a dayspa, and one of my clients has PERMANENT EYELID DROOPING from an improperly placed Botox injection. It is irreversible and permanent. And it is VERY easy for a Dr. to inject the toxin incorrectly (all it takes is a millimeter off). It is absolutely absurd for a 20-year-old to get Botox. The 20-year-old needs to just stay out of the sun and take care of her skin! The quick fix is NEVER good for you. What ever happened to taking care of your skin and aging gracefully. I mean, who really wants to walk around looking like a mannequin??
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mayeeta wrote:
22) 8/14/2009 5:29:24 PM
I don't think any age is the ripe age to Botox. Every one ages differently after all. Don't worry about wrinkle too much, it will age you.
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First Time Mom '09 wrote:
23) 8/14/2009 5:33:54 PM
I do not think Botox is a good way to go. You say you are in your late 20's? My gosh! Why would you think of getting Botox done, it is a very harmful chemical. You are probably over-dramatizing your wrinkles. Everyone has some wrinkles, even if they are very small. I think you should work with what you are given, and not try to change your look by artificial means. And try to remember looks aren't everything and no one looks perfect, even the celebritys. Again, my advice is to stay away from the Botox, you're beautiful the way you are.
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NAHNAHSMOMMIE wrote:
24) 8/14/2009 5:59:46 PM
No way! don't do it. Atleast I wouldn't. Maybe in about 10 more years! lol
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MindyM wrote:
25) 8/14/2009 6:12:57 PM
I debated botox just because I get some pretty severe headaches/migraines, 1/2 of which originate from furrowing my brows, which I seem to do unconsciously. Supposedly it has helped some with getting less headaches but the fact that its a toxin has kept me away. I'd rather find a less drastic solution.
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beauty girl wrote:
26) 8/14/2009 6:16:19 PM
O M G!!! DONT DO IT, We just had a women that I work with go and get it done and the whole side of her face fell, thats right it FELL!!! She is wearing scotch tape to keep her eye open so she can see, and the person that did it was someone that she has been going to for years! It can happen to anyone at any time! I guess that is good if you want to sport scotch tape!!!!!
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truecali89 wrote:
27) 8/14/2009 8:27:34 PM
Personally I would never use botox, because even though many people claim the look is natural I think you can always tell if someone has used botox.
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gabbierox wrote:
28) 8/14/2009 8:54:40 PM
I dont think you need botox ;)
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ksrags2riches wrote:
29) 8/14/2009 9:46:26 PM
you definitley dont need it. you look great. personally i dont like botox i think you should grow old gradually.
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Josi wrote:
30) 8/14/2009 10:11:39 PM
http://www.twolia.com/blogs/daily-beauty-break/2008/10/24/war-on-wrinkles-why-i-got-botox/ Just thought I'd share...but I was 33. Depends on your skin..and you.
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me123 wrote:
31) 8/14/2009 10:45:13 PM
I dont think anyone needs to be getting botox until they are at least 40. In your late twenties you don't even really have wrinkles.
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brandleberry wrote:
32) 8/14/2009 11:00:00 PM
It might be best to try less harsh treatments first, like creams. If your wrinkles aren't really deep and noticable, you shouldn't need it. You're only in your 20's, your skin probably looks great still! Before you make a choice though, make sure you're informed on possible side effects and stuff like that.
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nyc09 wrote:
33) 8/15/2009 12:06:58 AM
i really dont think people should get botox it just ,makes ur face look weird to me
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tgif wrote:
34) 8/15/2009 12:11:57 AM
As I'm inching away from my 20's, I'm starting to feel the pressure to take greater measures to stay looking young. However, I believe in aging gracefully and wearing your "smile lines" with pride. When you're young, you should be full of life and expressions. I think botox would diminish that.
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o0mae0o wrote:
35) 8/15/2009 2:23:58 AM
if i could afford i would go for it but maybe when im beyond my 30's
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Pixeh wrote:
36) 8/15/2009 11:07:40 AM
I think you shouldn't even consider botox until your 30's. Your 20's is way to early to think about anything so drastic. That's the time of taking good care of your skin so botox might not be needed.
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At Peace wrote:
37) 8/15/2009 1:58:46 PM
First of all you're way too young to even consider botox and second of all it might seem like it works but it doesn't last very long. It can also potentially damage your skin. You should look into lotions and cremes that can reduce wrinkles and personally I don't think there is a proper age to get botox I think you should age with grace.
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Angel330 wrote:
38) 8/15/2009 2:43:39 PM
maybe mid/ late 30's or early 40's would be a better age to get botox
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Labebita_93 wrote:
39) 8/15/2009 3:12:30 PM
I dont think that you should get botox so early in life. There are many alternative like creams that are sold at any pharmacy or your local market. If you want to help your skin from the inside out, you should consider eating foods that are high in antioxidants. They help increase collagen, elasticity and firmness in aging skin. Tomatoes, Beets, and carrots (and other red and dark orange vegetables) are great foods to consume if you want to prevent wrinkles.
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JPhan wrote:
40) 8/15/2009 5:16:03 PM
I think it is whenever you think you should get it. Me, personally, never. But I do know that self-esteem is important and if you are definitely feeling down on your luck because of your looks, then investing some beaucoup bucks for it may be worth it. IMHO.
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Leela wrote:
41) 8/15/2009 6:48:35 PM
The best time to get Botox, Juvederm, or the like is when you look in the mirror and think that you're unhappy with the way you look, especially if it's affecting your confidence or self esteem. Wrinkles are a pretty natural thing to have as one ages, so no one should be compelled to feel bad about them (no one really wants to look like Joan Rivers, do they?). It's really a personal decision, but I think Botox should be used as a corrective treatment, not a preventative measure. But maybe that's because I don't like the thought of needles in my face...
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Gabrielle26 wrote:
42) 8/15/2009 9:20:04 PM
I don't think Botox is great in the first place, but I think it's an especially bad idea to start very young. I think you'd get that "Botox face" that much faster. I hate how Courtney Cox has such a Botox face.
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joanie99 wrote:
43) 8/15/2009 10:52:37 PM
It seems pointless to get botox before 40s. I mean - women in their 20s and 30s usually have pretty limited amount of wrinkles, so would you put up with a frozen face just to get rid of the few wrinkles? I wouldn't!
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sabj wrote:
44) 8/15/2009 11:44:12 PM
I am 23 and I am personally not even concerned with getting botox yet! I just think I am way to young for all that right now! So I would say for you to just wait a few more years like late 30's mid 40's!!
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smilex) wrote:
45) 8/16/2009 6:40:05 PM
Noooo! you shouldn't get botox! wrinkles are natural, and if someone with any amount of wrinkles can walk with confidence, that's a million times better than someone who chose to get botox to look like something they're not anymore
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Ms. Glinda wrote:
46) 8/15/2009 10:00:10 PM
While Botox seems to be the miracle worker for most people nowadays, I think 20s is WAY too soon to be getting it. That sounds just like those mothers that give their 15 and 16-year-old daughters breast implants. I say- if you're in Hollywood and your job demands that you look like you're 25 when you're really 48, then go for it, but in the real world, come on- Everyone has some form of beauty, even if you have wrinkles. Plus, there are some people that look better with age, so why not wait until at least 45 until trying to make yourself younger? 20s is NOT old and there are plenty of creams and lotions out there for you to do, rather than going for the needle already.
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from NoVA wrote:
47) 8/16/2009 6:49:30 PM
I don't really think Botox would prevent wrinkles from coming early, but I don't see anything wrong with getting them in your late 20s. If you have wrinkles, then Botox will help no matter at what age.
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mrs.k wrote:
48) 8/16/2009 7:29:30 PM
No one should need botox in their 20's. I think it's better no enjoy being young while you can.
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vo wrote:
49) 8/17/2009 12:25:24 AM
If the lines on your face are bothering YOU, than that is the right time to start getting botox. **MOST IMPORTANTLY HAVE A VERY EXPERIENCED DOCTOR ADMINISTER THE BOTOX** There is only one brand of botox, but some people have had a very skilled doctor and look amazing, and others went with a bargain basement inexperienced doctor and have to wear the unflattering botox results for months!
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AnonymousYo wrote:
50) 8/17/2009 12:57:18 AM
Personally, unless you aren't doing anything to prevent wrinkles early on there is abolutely NO need to use botox. It is injecting a poison into your face and doesn't that sound scary to anyone besides me??
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Michelle9999 wrote:
51) 8/17/2009 2:11:19 AM
There's no good age for Botox. I don't understand why so many women (and men) want to look so fake with these kind of procedures.
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mish77 wrote:
52) 8/17/2009 7:24:54 AM
well, i think botox is something worth contemplating real hard. and i mean real hard. for me, doing botox to your face just ruins the whole natural beauty of a person. my mom is wanting to have botox and i totally disagree and she's 49 with so little wrinkles. well, i told her, she will end up plastic-ish after so many times. i just think there is no right age for botox. i say, think of botox as more of the psychological issue rather than physical.
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gradgal wrote:
53) 8/17/2009 12:37:15 PM
no botox for me!
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Pixieisme wrote:
54) 8/17/2009 3:25:11 PM
I'm not sure I would ever Botox. It just is too scary with all those needles!
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E wrote:
55) 8/17/2009 5:22:56 PM
I think it depends on the person and when they're starting to look really wrinkly. For some lucky people, they don't look their age. But for others who look older than their age, maybe they should change their look first w/ hair color or a new cut before doing botox.
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lyda wrote:
56) 8/17/2009 5:54:49 PM
at 62, i have wrinkled in place. no way would i put a toxin in my face or try to get a face lift. you are who you are, wrinkles and all. be proud and let mother nature sculpt you. we all end up at the same place in death.
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bella10279 wrote:
57) 8/17/2009 6:30:33 PM
i'm going to be 30 in a couple months and i have a younger husband by 3 1/2 years. the thought of botox has never entered my mind. maybe after 50yrs old if you really wanted it?? but i'm not sure i'd even go that route - but more power to those that do.
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mrsgilly wrote:
58) 8/17/2009 9:12:28 PM
I don't think any age is the right age! I'd prefer to be able to make facial expressions :) I agree with other posters who said that injecting poison into yourself isn't a good idea.
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Blissful Nikki wrote:
59) 8/17/2009 11:14:09 PM
I agree, that there is no right age to get Botox....they dont know the long term affects yet (like 40+ years) and botchulism is not a joke! People die from it...its what you get from eating raw pork (its really bad...learned about it when I was in culinary school) I think if you take care of your skin, moisturize, and use an eye cream EVERY NIGHT and DAY, you wont have to deal with this junk!! :)
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kellsbells wrote:
60) 8/17/2009 11:22:02 PM
Botox is a poison! I don't think there is ever a right age to inject poison into your face, or any part of your body, for that matter. I think that a woman should be able to proudly wear her wrinkles (big or small), and love the skin you’re in! However, if it is a real concern to you there are actually exercises you can do to help tone your face! Also a properly balanced diet is a great preventative to wrinkles! A little research goes a long way!
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counsel wrote:
61) 8/17/2009 11:29:48 PM
Botox is something that has been truly abused.Don't listen to all the hype. I really dont think that people should get Botox. If you truly need botox I feel it should not be considered until your late 40's if necessary.
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Karen Ann wrote:
62) 8/18/2009 11:20:07 AM
I say love your wrinkles and love yourself! Don't botox.
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echo01 wrote:
63) 8/18/2009 12:05:43 PM
I say, NEVER botox!!! God designed us to age, everyone must do it. Just do it gracefully!
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theshoppingdiva wrote:
64) 8/18/2009 5:47:15 PM
I'm 45 and I would never, ever think of getting Botox. I'm African American and I do not have one crow feet line anywhere around my eyes, not one. I use 100% shea butter on my face for years and I have never been one to ever stay out in the sun. Just take care of yourself NOW and you will not have to resort to shooting toxins into your face. I totally resent the fact that anybody would suggest that women over 40 should inject this poison into their system. Botox should not be option at any age. Living a healthy lifestyle should be.
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sarabear wrote:
65) 8/18/2009 8:52:18 PM
im 17, and i think this is all a matter on what you feel. sure, its rediculous, but you can look however you want to look. being raised by a completely non-materialistic family, i will most likely never consider botox. but if you believe that doing this will better the way you feel about yourself, go for it girl!
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Brookielyn wrote:
66) 8/19/2009 4:16:54 PM
I don't think botox is ever good, BUT, I think that if someone chooses to have it done they should not be overly criticized.
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Lu wrote:
67) 8/19/2009 5:04:55 PM
Never!
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Rhonorv wrote:
68) 8/21/2009 10:00:46 AM
Never! I always thought women who age naturally and gracefully are far more beautiful than those who scramble to hold onto years gone by. And it's sticking needles full of paralyzing bacteria into your face! Ick! Plus, you're gorgeous- sunblock and a good night cream, lots of water and you should be gorgeous for years to come.
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Lipglosslover wrote:
69) 8/21/2009 3:57:04 PM
What is the ripe old age for Botox? I would think maybe 40's would be a good age to start. Apparently, Botox is addictive. No one wants to "look old" but to stay looking young. I think its on a lot of peoples minds but its you that can only make that decision for yourself cosmetic or not.
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xoch wrote:
70) 8/24/2009 11:48:06 AM
i think it mostly depends on the skin type of each person, but if I ever do it, it will be in my mid 30s (I'm 22). One thing I have against botox is that I am really affraid of needles, so I don't think botox will be my choice against wrinkles.
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love drunk wrote:
71) 9/21/2009 5:32:33 PM
NOOO DONT DO IT! lol u dont need botox now awdays as to where u can get a beautiful young face naturally now a days! froms fruits and vitamin C and other things!
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Improv lover wrote:
72) 10/3/2009 11:56:32 PM
i think 40, thats when i got my first injection, because that is when you really start to see wrinkles
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Krissydermrn wrote:
73) 8/24/2009 2:39:45 PM
As a dermatology nurse, I can tell you that Botox is one of the safest medical procedures available, when admininstered properly by a trained MD. Botox has been used in the face for over 30 years to treat facial spasm in patients with cerebal palsy. It was noted how effective Botox was at smoothing fine lines from dynamic facial muscle movement (movement around the forhead and outer eyes). Our office does very little cosmetic and my MD is SUPER conservative. I would advise anyone interested in Botox to find a reputable (not necessarily the most popular)dermatologist who can give you accurate information re: the risks and benefits of botox and then make your decision. Having said that, it does seem to have greater benefit when the lines arent quite as deep for obvious reasons. However, this doesnt mean start as soon as you find a frown line. More like in your 40s vs waiting until your 70s. But the best way to reduce wrinkles...protect your skin with sunblock and sunglasses everyday!
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Danimal wrote:
74) 8/24/2009 5:33:23 PM
Botox scares me. That could be because my Aunt is a nurse, so I've heard some crazy stories....but I honestly think that if you treat your skin well, you eat healthy, and you work out (because that really can help) you're skin will age much better than if you always ate junk food, smoked, sat on the couch all day, and never cleaned their face. You know what I mean?
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vtwmn wrote:
75) 8/24/2009 9:48:15 PM
Botox -besides being a dangerous toxin each batch is tested on animals with some fatal results- the batches have to be tested to determine the proper dosage. Innocent animals should not have to pay a high price for vanity.
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mar12 wrote:
76) 8/25/2009 12:15:23 PM
i think the right age to botox is in your mid-30's if you feel that you need to do it. some people think they need to, others want to age naturally.
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gabbierox wrote:
77) 8/27/2009 8:01:14 AM
cooolllll (: nice blog. i think 40's is a good age to get botox
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Ritsuka wrote:
78) 8/30/2009 7:42:36 AM
you look fine girl! haha...I really hope I age gracefully, but either way I don't think I'll be getting any botox, I hate needles and I hate pain! xD
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sahrisafari wrote:
79) 8/31/2009 11:42:10 AM
I think once you start with botox or really anything like it there is no holding back. It's not a once in a lifetime thing for most people and I really dislike the idea of getting botox in the first place - but getting it regularly is even more scary to me. I personally can't imagine ever getting it - too scary!
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Aims74 wrote:
80) 8/31/2009 11:49:35 AM
I just turned 35 and consider Botox my new best friend. I started getting it about a year and a half ago for what I call my "mean wrinkle." It's a relatively deep crevice between my eyes that just plain makes me look mean! Somehow, after about 10 minutes and a few pokes with a needle, Botox completely smooths out my forehead and makes me look five years younger and a whole lot nicer!
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Jen1 wrote:
81) 8/31/2009 1:05:42 PM
I am 28 and recently had botox for the first time on my forehead. Just a small amount to get rid of a deep line I've had forming since 16. Now I'm petrified of needles, but it was completely non-painful and took about 5 days before I saw the effects. It's been 5 months now and it's just wearing off. The biggest reason I'm going back is that I have not had a migraine headache in that entire time. I used to have one every 1-2 weeks and was constantly in pain and missing work. It's amazing! Plus no more heavy duty pain killers. People always say to wait until you have big, deep lines to start- Botox isn't a filler, it's a preventative. If you've already got deep lines, it's only going to stop them from getting worse. Plus if you hate it, it'll be gone in 4-5 months anyway.
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RebeccaLeMad wrote:
82) 8/31/2009 1:17:39 PM
Botox in your 20s. Not yet! In my 20s, I read two sources that recommended using gummed labels on the face (while at home!) to both smooth/stretch out areas that were beginning to wrinkle, and to TRAIN YOU OUT OF SMOOSHING UP YOUR FACE in ways that create wrinkles. Amazingly enough, it worked. No, it won't help with smile lines, but it will work for those funny things we do with raised eyebrows (leading to forehead wrinkles) and the groove between the eyebrows. I can't find those lick and stick labels any more, but regular tape works almost as well. I'm in my mid 50s now, and the thing that shows my age is the effect of gravity, not virtually non-existant wrinkles. Unless I opt to stand on my head for the rest of my life, there is nothing much in the "minimally invasive" category that can help with that, so I've had some minor cosmetic surgery done. In my 20s and 30s, I NEVER thought that I'd go that route, but never say never ... The skin on my face is still remarkably firm and elastic. I attribute this to a combination of factors: 1) Having had oily skin when I was young, but starting with water based firming products in my 30s. 2) At home micro dermabrasion. 3) Use of night time products that also contribute to rapid turn-over of skin cells. 4) LOADS of sun block. 5) Cardio exercise, which increases blood flow to the skin. If I knew then what I know now, I'd pay as much attention to protecting the skin on my chest, arms, and hands as I lavished on my face. No matter how good your face looks, these areas will out your age, if not protected. Age happens. One thing that we all need to learn is to stop aspiring to look like we did when we perceived that we were at our very best. At 20-something, you're not supposed to look like a teen any more. At 50-something, despite wearing a size 6, I'm no longer a candidate for wearing mini skirts or bikinis. Eh. And so it goes. (BTW, in hindsight, I think that I looked my best when I was in my 30s. At that time of life, there is still "the glow", but there is also a lovely "patina" and a grace that we don't have when we're very young.)
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Fran C. wrote:
83) 8/31/2009 1:58:37 PM
My husband had facial spasms and had to have botox injections to stop the spasms. This was only a temporary fix as the spasms would come back more frequently each time he had the injections and the neurolgist told him that eventually, this wouldn't help anymore. It stands to reason with me that if the injections would no longer help him that eventually, these ladies that are getting the injections to get rid of wrinkles are going to discover that they have to get them more frequently and eventually, they won't work at all leaving them with rude awakening one day.
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Caribbean Girl wrote:
84) 9/1/2009 5:52:26 PM
I love Botox! You look relax and younger. I'm 52 and I need it. My dermatologist does a great job. You need to find a DOCTOR with the American Board certificate. That's very important. If you wait until you have deep wrinkles, you'll need something else. :)
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Felicia R. wrote:
85) 9/1/2009 11:32:43 PM
Everyone should like the way they look and feel good about themselves. And if botox does that for you, go for it! So the right time is totally up to you.
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Kristy<3 wrote:
86) 9/19/2009 11:41:33 PM
Honestly, I'm waay too young to think about botox, but I have always been a firm believer in the saying " If your not happy with the way you look, then go for surgery and/or cosmetic procedures." I think if you are truly ready for some change then go ahead. After all, its your body and your face and your life so go with what you think.
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loverofelf wrote:
87) 9/21/2009 2:17:52 PM
I think that botox is overrated...I dont think its needed, you will age the way you are supposed to age and that is whats so beautiful about us humans!
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Botox Rox! wrote:
88) 8/31/2009 3:48:47 PM
A a 40 year old woman, I, too, once thought,"Grow old gracefully!" However, I realized that it's easy to say that when your skin is smooth, gorgeous, wrinkle free! After my husband died suddenly, I couldn't stop crying, couldn't stop worrying about our 6 year old child. I developed those horrible vertical lines between my eyes. Everytime I looked in the mirror, I was reminded of the pain of my lose. Botox was the answer for me~ I once again saw the girl my husband loved, more importantly~ saw the girl that I loved, the girl I was before tragedy struck. After many discussions with a qualified doctor, I learned that if you use Botox BEFORE you get wrinkles, the wrinkles will never develop at all, as wrinkles form after making the same expressions over time. Botox freezes the muscles, so wrinkles never have the chance to even develop.I agree that some lines add beautiful character to ones face; there's nothing better than a face that 'shows' that it has laughed so much over the years! However, when wrinkles show your sadness or pain,there's no need to have them there. Everyone needs to decide what is best for them. For me, having those vertical lines disappear made me LOOK happy again. In turn, real happiness slowly followed. With that being said, please~if you choose to use Botox, research your doctor before using him/her. You will absolutely LOVE the results!
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Greenie. wrote:
89) 8/31/2009 5:33:26 PM
Its all about wrinkle prevention. By the time your 50, you'll be resorting to fillers, which is WAY more expensive. Botox simply keeps you from forming wrinkles, it doesn't fill them in. And I don't think that Botox is all "that" expensive... we're talking the price of a jacket or an outfit. I do agree about the toxins comment, but I still get my quarterly shots regardless - I just try to make up for it by eating right and drinking tons of water. ~ bottom line: it does the job!
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nisejack wrote:
90) 9/1/2009 1:16:16 PM
I thing all of the comments have proven that Botox is a personal choice. Those that use it swear by it and really do see a difference. Now whether that difference is a conditioned response or an actually provable fact, those who choose to use Botox are happy with it. However, I think the real question is when did it become acceptable for young women (myself included - under 30 here) start feeling pleasure to look like we are in our late teens until we are 40? If it is going to make you feel more confident and it is something you are really interested in, you have done the research and you are ready to spend the money, then go for it. If you are trying it because you feel that one line on your face is unacceptable then you really need to take a look at your own self image and decide what you and only you are unhappy with about yourself and decide if you really need to go that far. It isn’t like lipstick or a new face scrub, people do have adverse reactions so tread with care.
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alx09 wrote:
91) 11/16/2009 12:28:22 PM
Wow thats interesting, to me eating healthy and daily facial hygiene is just enough. I would definatly wait until i absolutly needed botox instead of getting it.
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Kannykandy (: wrote:
92) 3/30/2011 4:40:53 PM
Oh my gosh, I think botox is crazy and unhealthy. I mean, they inject chemicals into your face!! Maybe if they invent an alternative with more natural ingredients I might try it. I think the ripe age is when you're in your forties.
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