Roughly one in three Botox patients at our Downers Grove clinic is a man — and that share grows every year. Done well, Botox for men looks like better sleep, not "work." Done poorly, it looks soft, surprised, or feminized. Here's how we keep results on the right side of that line.
The Male-Botox Rules That Actually Matter
- Higher doses. Male facial muscles are bigger and stronger. Female protocols underdose almost every man.
- Flat brow, not arched. The arched "Botox brow" reads as feminine. We dose to keep the male brow flat and horizontal.
- Movement preserved. Men should still furrow when concentrating and frown when frustrated — just less intensely.
- Anatomy first. No template doses. We watch how your face actually moves before we open a vial.
The Most-Requested Areas for Men
Glabella ("11s")
25–35 units. The most-treated area for men. Softens the constant-anger look without erasing intensity.
Forehead
15–25 units. Lower doses preserve a strong, flat brow. Higher doses for deeply etched lines.
Crow's Feet
12–15 units per side. Softens the deep fans men develop without flattening a genuine smile.
Masseter (Jaw Slimming or TMJ)
30–40 units per side. Most masseter requests from men are TMJ/clenching-related — and one of the most life-changing treatments we do. Read our full masseter Botox guide.
Trap-Tox
50–60 units per side. Popular with desk workers and lifters carrying chronic shoulder tension. See our Trap-Tox guide.
Hyperhidrosis (Underarm Sweat)
50 units per underarm. A standout treatment for men who sweat through dress shirts. Lasts 6–12 months. More on Botox for hyperhidrosis.
What It Costs for Men
Because men need more units, expect roughly $650–$1,100 per visit for a typical three-area face treatment (forehead + 11s + crow's feet). See our full Botox cost guide.
What Most Men Get Wrong
- Underdosing "just to try it" — leads to short, partial results and a wasted appointment
- Skipping the consultation — your anatomy is the dose, not a price list
- Treating only the forehead — without the 11s, results often look uneven
- Going to a chain med spa with rotating injectors — consistency matters more here than anywhere
What to Expect at Your First Appointment
15-minute consult, mapping of your facial movement, an honest dose recommendation, and a 10-minute injection. You'll go right back to work. See our first-appointment guide for the full walkthrough.
Book a Consultation
Schedule a free consultation at TRU Integrative Wellness in Downers Grove. We treat men every day and will design a plan that looks like a better-rested version of you.