There are many factors that determine the cost of Botox injections.
* Dilution rates
* Geographic location
* Spa specials
* How many facial areas are being injected
Dilution rates vary between salons or medical establishments. This is a factor that many people are not aware of. When medical personnel buy Botox, it comes to them in the form of a frozen powder. Then the medical staff have to determine how they want to dilute the power to make it into its liquid form. A good dilution would be four units per 0.1 cc.
Your location in the country is an important factor in determining the cost of Botox injections. If you are in Los Angeles or New York City, you may be paying a much higher price than if you were in San Diego or Las Vegas, for example. Spa owners will charge the prevailing rate in their area. The cost of living, in general, is higher in these areas.
Many spas offer special offers throughout the year to entice people to come in and experience Botox for the first time. This is a great way for a person wanting to try Botox to do so at a reduced cost. Spas may offer special offers based on the area or areas being injected to encourage clients to try areas they have not previously tried.
The cost of the injections may be determined by the number of areas to be treated. The cost of treating a single area can be more expensive than treating three areas when broken down by cost per area. For example, it might cost $100 to treat one area and $250 to treat three.
Botox can be priced per unit or per area to be treated. Each salon has its own policies. A range of cost per unit would be $10 to $50. A cost per area can be from $50 to $300. The difference in numbers is determined by spa location, dilution rates, ongoing or current specials, and the number of areas being injected.
The three most commonly treated sites are the glabella (between the eyes), the forehead, and the eye area. These three sites are the ones that people are most aware of and therefore willing to deal with. You will find coupons and/or special offers that focus primarily on these areas.
As you can see, there are many factors to consider when pricing Botox. It is certainly recommended that you call your favorite salon and ask them if they have any Botox specials. Remember to ask about dilution rates to make sure you are getting a treatment that will work for you. No matter what the cost, if the Botox is expired or diluted incorrectly, it will be a waste of money.
