What You Need to Know
What Is Botox?
Botox (botulinum toxin type A) is a purified protein that temporarily relaxes targeted facial muscles to reduce the appearance of dynamic wrinkles — lines formed by repeated movement like smiling, squinting, or frowning. Results typically appear within 3–7 days and last 3–6 months depending on the area treated, dosage used, and the individual patient's metabolism.
In the Philippines, botulinum toxin products are FDA-regulated. Approved brands include Botox by Allergan (AbbVie), Dysport by Galderma, and Xeomin by Merz. The procedure must be performed or directly supervised by a PRC-licensed physician — not by nurses or estheticians acting independently.
- Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals
- Patients with neuromuscular disorders (e.g. myasthenia gravis)
- Individuals with hypersensitivity to botulinum toxin
- Patients currently taking aminoglycoside antibiotics
- Anyone seeking permanent results — Botox is temporary by design
BGC Price Guide 2026
What Does It Cost in BGC?
Based on verified clinic visits and published price lists — March 2026.
| Area Treated | Sessions | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Forehead lines | 1 | ₱8,000 – ₱18,000 |
| Frown lines (11s) | 1 | ₱6,000 – ₱12,000 |
| Crow's feet | 1 | ₱6,000 – ₱12,000 |
| Lip flip | 1 | ₱4,000 – ₱8,000 |
| Jaw slimming (masseter) | 1 | ₱12,000 – ₱30,000 |
| Full face | 1 | ₱20,000 – ₱45,000 |
Prices vary by clinic tier and units used. Beware of quotes under ₱3,000 per area — these are red flags for diluted or counterfeit product.
Before You Book
5 Questions to Ask Before Booking
An ethical clinic will answer every one of these without hesitation.
Is the doctor PRC-licensed?
Verify at prc.gov.ph before your visit. In the Philippines, only licensed physicians may legally administer injectables.
What brand of botulinum toxin do you use?
Legitimate clinics use Botox (Allergan), Dysport (Galderma), or Xeomin (Merz) — all FDA-Philippines approved. Evasion is a red flag.
How many units are included?
Pricing by area without disclosing units can be misleading. Typical forehead requires 10–20 units; masseter 25–50 units per side.
What is your complication protocol?
Ask what happens if you experience ptosis (drooping eyelid), bruising, or an asymmetrical result. A confident clinic will answer clearly.
Can I see before/after photos of actual patients?
Stock before/afters are meaningless. Ask to see documented results from this specific injector. Hesitation here is informative.
Verify any doctor's PRC license at prc.gov.ph/verification — it takes 30 seconds and could save you from a serious mistake.
Safety First
Red Flags to Avoid
These are patterns we have documented across BGC — not hypotheticals.
"Botox from ₱1,000 per area" — likely diluted, over-reconstituted, or counterfeit product. Legitimate product has hard minimum costs.
Injections performed by nurses or estheticians without a supervising physician physically present on-site.
No consultation before treatment — no skin assessment, no medical history, no discussion of units or areas before the needle.
No privacy during injection — shared rooms, open curtains, or visible treatment happening in a waiting area.
Product pulled from a multi-dose vial without showing you the label, batch number, or expiry date.
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Verified BGC Clinics
Our Verified BGC Clinics
Assessed by our team — no paid placement, no sponsored mentions.
Lumière Skin Clinic
Anti-aging & Injectables
Our take: Board-certified dermatologists only. Units are disclosed upfront, pricing is public, and aftercare is documented. Our top pick for first-time Botox in BGC.
Aura Dermatology & Aesthetics
Botox & Fillers
Our take: Internationally certified injectors. The most natural-looking Botox results we've assessed in BGC — zero frozen-face outcomes across 5 test patients.
Dermique Medical Aesthetics
Medical Aesthetics
Our take: Best value for Botox in BGC. Mid-range pricing with genuine physician oversight. Resident dermatologist available 6 days/week.
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