Botox Before & Afters
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Ease That Looks Effortless
At some point, every face ends up holding a little more expression than it means to. Maybe it’s the faint lines between your brows that stay put after a long drive down the 10. Maybe it’s how your forehead feels permanently “on.” It's not a bad thing necessarily, but your face is giving the impression that you're much more worn out than you are.
Botox offers a sort of reset button. At Self Care LA in Santa Monica, we're not looking to freeze your features. We just want to give them room to breathe again. Here, Botox injections are subtle refinements done under a physician’s eye, focused on subtle lift and ease. The aim is to look rested, not different.
Sit Back and Relax
Botox is a brand name for botulinum toxin type A, a purified protein that helps calm the tiny muscle contractions responsible for dynamic wrinkles. These are the ones that deepen when you frown, smile, or squint.
The concept is straightforward. What matters most is how it’s used. At Self Care LA, each Botox treatment is mapped to your individual expressions. Every face has a pattern of movement that’s uniquely its own, and your injections are built around that rhythm.
It takes only a few minutes, involves a very fine needle, and requires minimal downtime. You can come in between errands, head back to the beach (with a hat for sun protection, of course), and watch the changes unfold gradually over the next week.
Wrinkles, Migraines, And Hyperhidrosis
Patients love Botox for its predictability and restraint. When handled with care, it offers results that feel like a good night’s sleep but are much longer-lasting.
Calm Nerves And Smooth Out Worries
If you’ve ever looked at your reflection and thought, I look more tired than I feel, you probably qualify.
Ideal Botox candidates include those noticing early lines, mild sagging skin, or dynamic wrinkles that make expressions seem harsher than intended. It’s also an excellent option for people who want to treat migraines, jaw tension, or hyperhidrosis without medication.
You don’t need to have a “problem” to start. Many patients in Los Angeles use Botox preventively to keep their skin smooth, moving naturally for years longer.
Talk It Through
Your experience at Self Care LA begins with an honest conversation. No rushed sales talk, no lists of “recommended add-ons.” Just questions about what you see, what you feel, and what you’d like to maintain.
During your Botox consultation, the physician maps the targeted muscles, studies your facial structure, and develops a treatment plan that respects your proportions. You’ll discuss expected results, treatment areas, and how Botox may complement other treatments like dermal fillers or laser work for texture.
Preparation is minimal: skip heavy workouts and alcohol the day before, come in with clean skin, and that’s it.
A Botox session feels more like a pause than a procedure. You’ll sit upright while the provider uses a fine needle to place micro-amounts of botulinum toxin type A into specific underlying muscles—forehead, between the brows, around the eyes, or wherever tension holds.
Each injection takes seconds. Most people describe the sensation as a quick pinch or slight pressure. There’s no anesthesia, and the entire procedure takes only a few minutes.
Afterward, you’re free to go back to meetings, errands, or even a sunset walk on Montana Avenue.
What Downtime?
Botox requires almost no recovery time. You may notice a little pinkness or tiny bumps at the injected spots that fade within an hour. Avoid intense exercise and lying flat for the first few hours to let the medicine settle evenly.
Botox results begin to show after a few days, with the final results setting in around two weeks. Your treated areas will feel smoother, your facial expressions lighter, and your reflection just a little easier on the eyes.
There’s no need for downtime, filters, or explaining anything to anyone. It just looks like good skin care.
A Treatment That Actually Makes a Difference
At Self Care LA, Botox work is meant to be invisible in the best way. You still raise your brows, laugh, and speak with emotion, just without the static of etched lines.
Most patients see smoother skin for three to four months before scheduling a touch-up. Regular visits help maintain results longer and retrain the muscles to stay relaxed.
Over time, you’ll notice more than just smoother skin; you’ll feel a shift in how your face holds stress. That’s the hidden perk of balance—it changes how you move through your day.
An Affordable Solution
At Self Care LA, Botox is customized for each face, not priced as a one-size treatment. The total cost depends on how many units are used and which treatment areas are addressed, whether that’s softening frown lines, refreshing the forehead, or easing neck tension.
Santa Monica Botox patients spend between $12 and $24 per unit, though the best way to get an accurate estimate is through a personal consultation. During your visit, the team will outline a treatment plan based on your anatomy, movement patterns, and goals so you’ll know exactly what to expect before anything’s done.
Santa Monica's Best
Because there’s a difference between someone who “does Botox” and a clinic that truly understands it.
At Self Care LA, every Botox injection is physician-supervised, performed by a team trained in both aesthetic medicine and emergency medicine—people who know precision and care equally well. You won’t find a crowded lobby or assembly-line appointments here. Each patient receives the same focus you’d expect from a board-certified dermatologist or board-certified plastic surgeon, without the clinical coldness.
The practice favors restraint. No one leaves looking “done.” The effect is always natural, polished, and proportionate to your unique anatomy.
And because this is Santa Monica, the whole experience mirrors the energy of the neighborhood—light, calm, unhurried, grounded in real expertise.
The Easiest Choice You'll Make All Day
You don’t have to know exactly what you want—just that you’re ready to feel more like yourself again.
Book your Botox consultation at Self Care LA in Santa Monica, where subtlety meets skill. The physician-led team will craft a plan tailored to your expressions, comfort, and goals—whether that means smoothing frown lines, easing migraines, or simply softening the signs of long days and good laughter.
Call (323) 337-3445 or request your appointment online. Ease looks good on you.
Following injections with Botox Santa Monica patients typically enjoy results for about three to four months. With consistent treatments, the effects can last longer as the facial muscles naturally stay more relaxed.
You’ll start seeing changes within three to five days, with your smoothest results showing around the two-week mark.
Absolutely. When performed by an experienced provider who understands anatomy and restraint, Botox softens movement without freezing expression.
Hardly any. You can return to work or errands right away—just avoid strenuous exercise or lying flat for a few hours.
Common spots include the forehead, frown lines, crow’s feet, and neck bands. It can also treat excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis), jaw tension, and chronic migraines.
Pricing depends on how many units you need and which areas are treated. During your consultation, the provider will review exact costs and tailor a plan that fits your goals.
Botox relaxes the muscles that cause wrinkles, while fillers restore volume in areas like the cheeks or lips. Many patients combine both for balanced, natural-looking results.
Schedule your appointment at Self Care LA today!
Ready to offer your skin a second chance? Our aesthetic specialists have years of experience delivering stunning outcomes. Schedule your consultation in Santa Monica today. We can’t wait to treat you to the self-care you deserve.
1426 Montana Avenue, Suite 2, Santa Monica, CA 90403