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Think Botox is only for forehead lines and crow’s feet? Think again. In this episode of The Skin Real, Dr. Mary Alice Mina breaks down the surprising ways Botox can be used for facial balancing, symmetry, prevention, and subtle natural-looking results.
She explains what Botox really is, how it differs from filler, and why so many people misunderstand what it actually does. Then she walks you through the unexpected treatment areas dermatologists use every day, from the glabella and forehead to bunny lines, gummy smile, lip flip, chin dimpling, masseters, jawline, platysmal bands, and the neck.
She also shares where she uses Botox on herself, why lower face treatment matters more in midlife, and why seeing an experienced injector makes all the difference when it comes to safe, artful, natural results.
In this episode:
0:00 Surprising Botox uses dermatologists rely on
0:32 What “Botox” actually means. Neuromodulators explained
1:42 Common Botox misconceptions and filler confusion
2:40 Botox is optional. Setting expectations
3:20 Why Dr. Mina personally uses Botox
4:15 Why advanced Botox requires expert injectors
5:50 Paint-by-numbers Botox vs true facial balancing
7:05 How Botox actually works in the muscles
8:30 Why Botox results are temporary and customizable
9:20 The science behind botulinum toxin
10:15 Warning about DIY Botox and buying online
11:05 Treating the “11s” (glabella lines)
12:15 Forehead Botox and why frozen foreheads look unnatural
13:45 Brow balancing and avoiding Spock brow
15:00 Subtle brow lift techniques
16:05 Crow’s feet and under-eye Botox
17:20 Jelly roll under the eyes and safety considerations
18:15 Bunny lines on the nose
19:05 Botox for nose flare
19:40 Gummy smile correction
20:20 Nose tip lift with Botox
21:00 Lip flip and prevention of lip lines
22:00 Lower face Botox for resting angry face
23:05 Correcting smile asymmetry and lower gum show
24:00 Chin Botox for dimpling
24:45 Masseter Botox for jaw tension and slimming
25:40 Neck Botox. Nefertiti lift and platysmal bands
26:45 Botox trends Dr. Mina does not recommend
27:25 Final thoughts
📢 Are you in the Atlanta area? Then I would love for you to be part of the Founder’s Experience! My guided dermatology program built around a comprehensive consultation and a long term plan for your skin. Now open to a small, intentional group for a limited time. Book here: https://theskinreal.janeapp.com/locations/the-skin-real-serenbe-the-founders-experience/book#staff_member/1
📲 Not in the Atlanta area. No problem! Join me inside The Skin Real app for science backed routines, dermatologist guidance, and product recommendations I trust. Download here https://linktr.ee/theskinreal
Dr. Mina is a board-certified dermatologist on a mission to cut through the noise and help women feel amazing in their skin again. After decades in clinic, she has taken her expertise online to offer trusted, no-fluff education and skin strategies that actually work. No filters. No fear tactics. Just science, simplicity, and a little fun!
Follow Dr. Mina here:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/drminaskin
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drminaskin
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drminaskin
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drminaskin/
Visit The Skin Real Serenbe: https://theskinrealserenbe.com/
Thanks for tuning in. And remember, real skin care is real simple when you know who to trust.
Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
#Botox #BotoxExplained #BotoxUses #LipFlip #GummySmile #MasseterBotox #JawlineSlimming
Think Botox is only for forehead lines and crow’s feet? Think again. In this episode of The Skin Real, Dr. Mary Alice Mina breaks down the surprising ways Botox can be used for facial balancing, symmetry, prevention, and subtle natural-looking results.
She explains what Botox really is, how it differs from filler, and why so many people misunderstand what it actually does. Then she walks you through the unexpected treatment areas dermatologists use every day, from the glabella and forehead to bunny lines, gummy smile, lip flip, chin dimpling, masseters, jawline, platysmal bands, and the neck.
She also shares where she uses Botox on herself, why lower face treatment matters more in midlife, and why seeing an experienced injector makes all the difference when it comes to safe, artful, natural results.
In this episode:
0:00 Surprising Botox uses dermatologists rely on
0:32 What “Botox” actually means. Neuromodulators explained
1:42 Common Botox misconceptions and filler confusion
2:40 Botox is optional. Setting expectations
3:20 Why Dr. Mina personally uses Botox
4:15 Why advanced Botox requires expert injectors
5:50 Paint-by-numbers Botox vs true facial balancing
7:05 How Botox actually works in the muscles
8:30 Why Botox results are temporary and customizable
9:20 The science behind botulinum toxin
10:15 Warning about DIY Botox and buying online
11:05 Treating the “11s” (glabella lines)
12:15 Forehead Botox and why frozen foreheads look unnatural
13:45 Brow balancing and avoiding Spock brow
15:00 Subtle brow lift techniques
16:05 Crow’s feet and under-eye Botox
17:20 Jelly roll under the eyes and safety considerations
18:15 Bunny lines on the nose
19:05 Botox for nose flare
19:40 Gummy smile correction
20:20 Nose tip lift with Botox
21:00 Lip flip and prevention of lip lines
22:00 Lower face Botox for resting angry face
23:05 Correcting smile asymmetry and lower gum show
24:00 Chin Botox for dimpling
24:45 Masseter Botox for jaw tension and slimming
25:40 Neck Botox. Nefertiti lift and platysmal bands
26:45 Botox trends Dr. Mina does not recommend
27:25 Final thoughts
📢 Are you in the Atlanta area? Then I would love for you to be part of the Founder’s Experience! My guided dermatology program built around a comprehensive consultation and a long term plan for your skin. Now open to a small, intentional group for a limited time. Book here: https://theskinreal.janeapp.com/locations/the-skin-real-serenbe-the-founders-experience/book#staff_member/1
📲 Not in the Atlanta area. No problem! Join me inside The Skin Real app for science backed routines, dermatologist guidance, and product recommendations I trust. Download here https://linktr.ee/theskinreal
Dr. Mina is a board-certified dermatologist on a mission to cut through the noise and help women feel amazing in their skin again. After decades in clinic, she has taken her expertise online to offer trusted, no-fluff education and skin strategies that actually work. No filters. No fear tactics. Just science, simplicity, and a little fun!
Follow Dr. Mina here:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/drminaskin
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drminaskin
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drminaskin
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drminaskin/
Visit The Skin Real Serenbe: https://theskinrealserenbe.com/
Thanks for tuning in. And remember, real skin care is real simple when you know who to trust.
Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
#Botox #BotoxExplained #BotoxUses #LipFlip #GummySmile #MasseterBotox #JawlineSlimming