Does Skincare Still Matter If You Get Botox®?

Do I need skincare if I have Botox®?

Anon, Hobsonville

I’m often asked this.  The short answer is yes.  In fact, I’d argue that combining Botox® with good skincare and skin treatments is the secret to truly radiant results - not just smooth skin, but healthy skin.

Botox® works by softening lines caused by repeated muscle movement.  It doesn’t improve skin texture, sun damage, hydration, or pigmentation.  That’s where a personalised skincare plan and professional treatments come in.  They target the quality of your skin, while Botox® targets the movement beneath it.

Think of it like ironing a shirt. Botox® takes out the creases, but if the fabric itself is stained, or worn, no amount of wrinkle-smoothing will bring it back to life.  That’s what skincare does.  It restores glow, clarity, and strength to your skin.

At ALLOR, I tailor your skincare and treatment plan around your Botox® cycles.  This might include things like microneedling to stimulate collagen, NCTF® or Profhilo® to hydrate and plump, and skincare products with active ingredients like vitamin C, B and retinol.  The result? Your skin looks fresh even as your Botox® wears off.

So yes, Botox® can help you look rested.  But if you want skin that actually glows - skincare matters.  And it doesn’t need to be overwhelming.  I can help you build a personalised plan that gives your skin exactly what it needs, because loving the skin you’re in truly is the key to looking and feeling your most radiant self.

Quick Answers:

Do I still need skincare if I get Botox®?

Yes. Botox® treats muscle movement but does not improve skin texture, hydration, pigmentation, or sun damage.

What does Botox® improve compared to skincare?

Botox® softens wrinkles caused by muscle movement, while skincare improves the quality, strength, and appearance of the skin itself.

Can skincare make Botox® results look better?

Yes. Good skincare supports collagen, hydration, and skin health, which helps Botox® results look more natural and radiant.

What skin concerns does Botox® not treat?

Botox® does not treat pigmentation, dryness, sun damage, uneven texture, or loss of skin glow.

Should skincare be timed around Botox® treatments?

Yes. Skincare and skin treatments can be planned around Botox® cycles to support skin quality as Botox® wears off.

Is combining Botox® and skincare better than Botox® alone?

Yes. Combining Botox® with good skincare and skin treatments delivers healthier, more radiant skin, not just smoother lines.

If you have a question for Dr. Heather you would like answered anonymously, please email askdrheather@allor.co.nz.

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