Thinking of Botox

Personally I wouldn't do it, but that's just me. I agree with the mom who said it's not all that different than makeup, etc. I think the moms who criticized would have to admit that they use make up and creams and probably fight with their hair to make it look the way they want. My concern for why I wouldn't do it is toxins, but a lot of makeup and hair products also contain toxins. But then, I'm also probably about 5-10 years younger than you, and ask me in another 10 years, I may give you a different answer. I would research it well, and make a well informed decision based on what you feel is right for you. GL!

I think a much better and less expensive way to go would be learning to love yourself exactly the way you are, instead of feeling like you would like to look a certain way. Good luck

Go for it, sister! People will judge you regrdless, as a Mommy you already know that. So, do what you want to your own face and if you don't like it you don't have to do it again. I've never done it, but know some women who have and they are perfectly happy with it. I know one who said it wasn't worth it to her. It seems to me to be a very individual experience.

Good luck with your decision!

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I've earned every one of my wrinkles and worry lines, and I'm quite happy with them! The way I look at it is I'm not 20 anymore, so why would I want to try to look like it? I know there are people out there that do this to themselves, but when I stop to think about what it actually is that they are injecting into your face and the possible side effects that can and do occur (however infrequently, it still happens), is it really worth it just to temporarily rid yourself of some wrinkles or lines that probably don't look as bad to anyone else as you think they look? It just isn't something I personally would ever consider doing (I hate needles and the thought of them in my face makes me kind of sqeamish), but if you are seriously thinking of it make sure you research all the possible side effects so you can make an informed choice. Best of luck!

My older sister started getting Botox in her "number 11" (the wrinkles between her eyes) about a 1 to 1.5 years ago and loves it. It really does make the wrinkles just disappear (not immediately though). I think she pays about $300 (they charge by the units used, not area) and goes in every 6 months. You need to have it done sooner at first, but over time her doctor told her she could push it back to every 9 months or so. She loves it and it's convinced me that I'll probably do the same when I feel I need it.

However, a friend of mine uses Strivectin cream. Originally intended for stretch marks, but women found it works wonders on wrinkles. She swears it's the best cream she's ever used. It's really expensive, but less than Botox.

I know some responses told you to just love yourself the way you are, but I also don't see any harm in doing what will make you feel better about yourself. You're not pretending to be someone you're not, you're just you making yourself look better for yourself. To me, it's no different than using creams or make-up. I say just do your research, make sure it's what you want and go for it if it is what you want.

Best wishes.

Botox is a toxin. It was developed to help people with facial tics parrelize the muscles. It is also used to help mygrain headaches in extreme cases. Botox only lasts 3 months at the longest and needs to be injected. It takes at least 10 days to take effect. If you don't mind have needles in your face every three months, go for it. I would not plan anything the injection day as it can be tough emotionally.
C. B
P.S. mine is done for medical reasons. Wrinkles are the charactor lines of the face.