Short answer: Botox and Xeomin results typically last up to about four months, though this varies by treatment area, dose, muscle activity, and metabolism. Results are temporary by design, and that’s part of what makes anti-wrinkle treatment a low-risk way to try wrinkle-smoothing for the first time.
Why Don’t Results Last Forever?
Botox and Xeomin work by temporarily blocking nerve signals to the treated muscles. Over the following months, your body naturally forms new nerve endings, and muscle activity gradually returns, which is why touch-up treatments are needed to maintain your results.
What Affects How Long Results Last?
- Treatment area:smaller, less active muscles (like around the eyes) may hold results for a different length of time than larger, more active muscles (like the forehead).
- Dose:a higher dose within a clinically appropriate range can extend how long results remain visible.
- Metabolism:everyone metabolizes the treatment at a different rate, which can shorten or lengthen the visible effect.
- Consistency of treatment:many patients find results last slightly longer with regular, consistent treatment intervals over time.
How Long Does Botox Last in Each Area?
Most people get three to four months from a treatment, but the area matters:
- Forehead lines, frown lines and crow’s feet: usually about three to four months.
- Masseter (jaw) treatment: often lasts longer, commonly four to six months, because results build as the muscle relaxes over time.
- Underarm sweating: results often last six months or more.
These are typical ranges, not promises. Your injector can tell you what to expect for your face and your dose.
When Results Start, and How They Fade
Botox and Xeomin usually start working within two to four days, with full results at about two weeks. When they wear off, it happens gradually. Movement comes back a little at a time over several weeks, so lines soften back in slowly rather than returning overnight. Most people notice it first when they frown or raise their eyebrows.
Does Xeomin Last as Long as Botox?
Yes. Xeomin results typically last three to four months, about the same as Botox. At equivalent doses, studies comparing the two have found similar results and a similar duration. The bigger differences are in the formula and the price. We break those down in Botox vs. Xeomin: What’s the Difference?
How Long Does Xeomin Take to Work?
Xeomin usually starts working within two to four days, with full results at about two weeks. Movement softens gradually over that time rather than all at once, so judge your result at the two-week mark before deciding whether you need a touch-up.
What Happens If You Stop?
Nothing dramatic. As the treatment wears off, your muscles return to how they worked before. Stopping doesn’t make wrinkles worse than they would have been, and you can restart whenever you like.
How Much Does Botox Cost at Sakura Skin?
Sakura Skin offers flat-fee pricing for the full upper face: $445 for Xeomin or $645 for Botox, up to the FDA-approved dose, so you know your cost upfront no matter how many units your treatment plan requires.
When Should You Book Your Next Appointment?
Most patients rebook around the three-to-four month mark, before muscle activity fully returns, to keep results looking smooth and consistent.
Ready to get started or due for a touch-up? See pricing and book on our Botox and Xeomin page, or call (810) 512-2496. We have locations in Fenton and Flint, MI.