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How much does Botox cost? Botox costs can vary anywhere from $200 to $400 or more depending on the physician, location, units purchased, desired profit margin, ongoing promotions, etc. Many doctor's offices price Botox based on cost per unit, but others price Botox injections based on the area of the injection.
Breaking Down the Cost of Botox. OK, so back to the question. Does Botox cost $15 or $800? First, the basics. Botox is a brand name for the Botulinum toxin Type A, which is used to relax facial muscles, thus reducing lines and wrinkles in cosmetic uses. It can also be used to ease migraines, excessive sweating and a few other conditions. When Botox is injected, it is priced two different ways: By the vial or unit ($12 per unit, $15 per vial) By the area, such as the area between the eyes, where frown lines are often treated with Botox ($450 â $800 for an area)