31/01/2026
The standard landmarks used for Botulinum Toxin Type A (e.g., Botox, Dysport, Xeomin).
Full Face Injection Map 🗺️
1. Upper Face (The "Look of 3")
* Forehead (Frontalis): 4–6 points arranged in a horizontal row or "V" shape.
* Placement: Always at least 1.5–2 cm above the orbital rim to prevent brow drop.
* Frown Lines (Glabellar Complex): 5-point "V" pattern.
* 1 point in the procerus (center, bridge of nose).
* 2 points in each corrugator muscle (medial and lateral).
* Crow's Feet (Orbicularis Oculi): 3 points per side.
* Placement: Fan-shaped, roughly 1 cm lateral to the bony orbital rim.
2. Mid-Face & Perioral
* Bunny Lines (Nasalis): 1–2 points on each side of the upper nasal bridge.
* Lip Flip (Orbicularis Oris): 2–4 tiny superficial points along the vermillion border (Cupid's bow).
* Gummy Smile (LLSAN): 1 point on each side, roughly 1 cm lateral to the nostril (the "Yonsei point").
3. Lower Face & Jaw
* Mouth Corners (DAO): 1 point per side.
* Placement: Draw a line from the corner of the mouth to the jawline; the point is usually 1 cm lateral and 1 cm inferior to the oral commissure.
* Chin (Mentalis): 1–2 points in the center of the chin to stop "peach pit" dimpling.
* Masseters (Jaw Slimming): 3–5 points in a triangle pattern over the bulk of the muscle (near the jaw angle).
* Nefertiti Lift (Platysma): Multiple points along the jawline and down the vertical neck bands.
💉 Dosage & Depth Quick-Reference
| Zone | Est. Units (Total) | Dept |
| Glabella | 20 Units | Deep (Intramuscular) |
| Forehead | 10–20 Units | Intramuscular/Subcutaneous |
| Crow's Feet | 12 Units/side | Superficial (Subdermal) |
| Masseters | 20–30 Units/side | Very Deep |
| DAO (Mouth) | 2–4 Units/side | Superficial |
⚠️ Critical Clinical Landmarks
* The "No-Fly Zone": Avoid injecting within 1 cm of the bony orbit near the mid-pupillary line to prevent ptosis (eyelid droop).
* Modality: Upper face injections are generally deeper (intramuscular), while lower face/perioral injections are kept very superficial to avoid affecting deeper muscles used for eating and speaking.
🌟 Post-Botox Aftercare:
6 Essential Rules
To ensure the best results and keep your glow on track, follow these simple steps after your treatment:
* Keep Your Head Up: Stay upright for at least 4 hours. Avoid lying down or bending over to prevent the toxin from migrating to unwanted areas.
* Hands Off: Do NOT rub, massage, or apply firm pressure to the treated areas for 24 hours. Let the product settle exactly where it was placed.
* Skip the Gym: Avoid strenuous exercise and heavy lifting for 24 hours. Increased blood flow can move the Botox before it has fully bound to the muscle.
* Stay Cool: Avoid high-heat environments like saunas, hot tubs, or direct sun exposure for 24 hours. Heat can increase swelling and vasodilation.
* Clean Gently: You may wash your face, but use a gentle touch and cool water. Avoid facials, chemical peels, or microdermabrasion for at least 7 days.
* Be Patient: Remember, Botox is not instant! You will see the first signs of smoothing in 3–5 days, with the final, beautiful result appearing at 14 days.
