Did You Know Botox Can Get Rid of Those Lines in Your Neck?

Botox® is a household name for combating forehead wrinkles, eyebrow furrows, and crow’s feet. But did you know it can also help get rid of those lines in your neck? Learn more here.

When you think of Botox® injections, the first thing that comes to mind might be reducing wrinkles on your forehead or crow’s feet around your eyes. However, Botox isn’t limited to those areas. They can also tackle pesky neck lines.

That’s right — as of October 2024, Botox is FDA-approved to treat moderate to severe vertical bands on your neck. Our team of aesthetic experts offers Botox injections here at RefineU Med Spa in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Here’s what you need to know about Botox and how it works to get rid of those neck lines.

What causes neck lines?

Just like wrinkles on your face, you might have wrinkles on your neck for many reasons. Aging, sun damage, loss of collagen, and repetitive motions — the frequent downward motion from looking at phones and devices (tech neck) — can all contribute to wrinkles.

You might notice:

Horizontal neck lines

Horizontal wrinkles (or neck folds) form across your neck because of aging, loss of collagen, or sun exposure. These are static wrinkles.

Botox isn’t FDA-approved to treat horizontal lines, but you’re not out of luck. Our team offers other aesthetic services to help you combat signs of aging on your neck.

Vertical neck lines

These vertical cords or bands become more prominent with age as your platysma muscle tightens and thins. These lines are sometimes called platysmal bands.

How Botox can get rid of neck lines

Botox is a purified and diluted form of botulinum neurotoxin type A. When used in our med spa setting, it temporarily blocks nerve signals to targeted muscles, reducing their activity and smoothing wrinkles.

Our skilled injectors administer Botox into your platysma muscle to relax the muscles causing neck wrinkles and lines. As these muscles relax, the wrinkles and lines become less prominent.

What to expect from Botox for vertical neck lines

Botox injections for the neck are minimally invasive and typically take 15-20 minutes. Here’s what the process involves:

Consultation

Botox for neck lines can be part of a makeover — including dermal fillers or Botox for frown lines — or as a standalone procedure.

During your consultation, our team examines your skin elasticity, assesses the severity of your wrinkles, and confirms that Botox is right for you.

Treatment

We use a fine needle to inject small amounts of Botox into your platysma muscles. It’s a much smaller needle than the type used for intravenous (IV) infusions, so most people describe the sensation of getting Botox as a quick, mild pinch.

Your RefineU Med Spa provider determines the dose needed to reach your goals.

Recovery

Botox doesn’t require much downtime; many people can squeeze in a treatment on their lunch break. But afterward, avoid rubbing your neck, vigorous exercise, excessive sun exposure, hot showers or saunas, or alcohol.

Results usually show within 3-5 days and last 3-4 months, depending on your metabolism.

Is Botox right for you?

You might consider Botox for vertical neck lines if:

You want to reduce visible lines and wrinkles for a smoother appearance
You want to prevent further deepening of lines caused by repetitive movements
You want to boost your confidence by rejuvenating your look
You’re free from any contraindications

To say goodbye to vertical neck lines, call our office today to get started.