Botox & Neurotoxins
Thinking about Botox? You don't have to figure it out alone. At our Whittier office, we take the time to answer every question, walk you through your options, and give you honest pricing up front. No pressure, no rush. Our experienced nurses use genuine Botox from Allergan, with a gentle hand and a plan made just for you. You'll leave feeling confident, beautiful, and completely yourself.
FDA-approved products
Personalized treatment plans
Natural-looking injectable treatments
Performed by experienced registered nurses
Top 3% allergan practice
14 years in business
Care You Can Trust
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Who performs your treatment
At our Whittier office, your Botox is always done by a registered nurse or nurse practitioner, under the direction of our medical director, Dr. Behzad Noorian. That's not just our standard, it's California law. Botox is a medical treatment, so it should never be done by an esthetician or assistant, no matter where you go. When you're choosing a med spa, it's always okay to ask who will be treating you and what their license is.
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Their experience
Some of our nurses have been with South Bay Med Spa for more than ten years. Pamela has been with us since 2012. So when you find a nurse you love, she'll still be here next time, and the time after that. She'll get to know your face, your goals, and what makes you feel your best, so you never have to start over with someone new.
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What we use
Only FDA-approved neurotoxins, purchased through authorized distributors.
Your Treatment at a Glance
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1. We Listen
Tell us your goals. We'll answer your questions and talk through your options and pricing.
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2. Your Treatment
Quick and done in one short visit, with a experienced hand.
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3. Back to Your Day
Most people return to their normal routine within a day.
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4. We Check In
First-time patients come back in about two weeks so we can see how you're doing.
How Injectables Compare, and How Long They Last
| Treatment | Best For | Results | Price |
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| BOTOX®The Gold Standard | Precision: Predictable spread makes it our first choice around the eyes, for lip flips, and for frown lines. |
3–4 Months | $$ |
| JEUVEAU®The "Newtox" | Best Value: Dosed one-to-one with Botox, so unit prices compare directly. A straightforward starting point. |
3–4 Months | $ |
| LETYBO®K-Beauty Star | Highly Purified: Worth discussing if your results have started fading faster than they once did. |
3–4 Months | $ |
| DYSPORT®The Smooth Operator | Large Areas: Diffuses more and takes effect faster, which suits a broad forehead and the glabella. |
3–4 Months | $$ |
| DAXXIFY®The Long-Laster | Longevity: Fewer visits a year. Duration varies more between patients than the others. |
6+ Months | $$$ |
*Recovery: 0–24 hours. Dysport units are not equivalent to Botox units, so per-unit prices between the two cannot be compared directly. We will always quote your total, not just the unit price.
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This is the question that matters most, and the honest answer is: it depends on you. Not your age, but your face. How strong your muscles are, which areas we're treating, whether your lines show only when you smile or frown or stay even when your face is relaxed, and the look you're going for.
Some patients want their lines smoothed completely. Others prefer a softer look with a little movement. Both are beautiful, and the choice is yours.
We'd rather start with a little less and add more at your follow-up than give you too much. That way, you get results you love, and you only pay for what you actually need.
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For most people, Botox lasts about three to four months. After that, movement slowly comes back and lines start to show again.
Everyone is a little different. Some people notice it wearing off sooner, around two and a half months, especially in areas that move a lot, like around the eyes.
If this is your first time, we'll see you again about two weeks after your treatment. That's when you'll see your full results, and we can make any small adjustments. After that, most patients find their rhythm and book their next visit before they leave.
Many patients who come in regularly find they need less Botox over time, because the muscles get used to staying relaxed. That can mean the same beautiful results with fewer units. Waiting too long between visits usually means starting closer to where you began.
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Forehead lines and frown lines (the "11s" between your brows) are one of our most popular combinations. These muscles work together, so treating only the forehead can make your brows feel heavy. Treating both keeps your results balanced and beautiful.
Many patients also add crow's feet around the eyes. Other areas, like a lip flip for a fuller-looking upper lip, smoothing a dimpled chin, or slimming the jawline, can often be done at the same visit.
There's no pressure to do it all. Your nurse will build a plan around your goals, your budget, and how your face moves.
Pricing Estimates
Typical price: $8 to $15 per unit.
Area
Frown lines, the 11s
Forehead
Crow’s feet
Typical range
15–25 units
10–30 units
10–12 units per side
Per-unit pricing varies by product, and promotional rates run throughout the year. Check our current specials for this month's pricing→
Looking for Dermal Fillers? Visit our Dermal Fillers page.
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By the unit. You pay for the exact amount of product used. Since every face is different, this is the most transparent approach. Someone with strong forehead muscles might need 20 units, someone else may only need 10.
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Muscle strength, treatment goals, brand choice, and injector experience all play a role.
Black Friday Specials
Our Black Friday sale arrives Friday, November 27, but VIPs get in early. Purchase by November 12 and receive a complimentary facial (a $200 value), yours to keep or gift. Join the VIP list for first pick of appointments, and get pre-approved for a payment plan so you’re ready to book.
What Treatment Looks Like
Botox jawline contouring without surgery at South Bay Med Spa, Whittier.
Botox can refine jawlines
Most people think Botox is just for wrinkles, but RN Marina is using it to change the lower face profile completely. We’re looking at how targeting the masseter muscle can slim down a "boxy" jawline while—thankfully—stopping the constant ache of teeth grinding. It’s a subtle shift that makes a massive difference in how you feel and look.
RN Bonnie of South Bay Med Spa tackles a common brow concern: correcting a "brow coma" while carefully maintaining the brow's natural position.
Tackling brow coma
Most people think Botox is just for wrinkles, but RN Marina is using it to change the lower face profile completely. We’re looking at how targeting the masseter muscle can slim down a "boxy" jawline while—thankfully—stopping the constant ache of teeth grinding. It’s a subtle shift that makes a massive difference in how you feel and look.
"I really love this place!"
"I really love this place! I started coming here for Botox ( or Dysport ?). I love how kind and friendly they all are, especially Stephany at the front desk. I have so far done Botox and laser hair removal. They have amazing deals where you can buy packages ahead of time as well. I didn't really ever think of myself as a person who would go to a med spa consistently, but here I am going here on the regular."
Does it Matter Which Neurotoxin Brand I Get?
For most people, not much. The differences between brands are smaller than you think. What really changes is how fast it works, how much it spreads, and how long it lasts. You don't need to figure this out on your own. Your nurse will help you choose what's right for your face and your goals.
Botox is the most predictable. It stays exactly where it's placed, which makes it a great choice around the eyes, for a lip flip, and anywhere precision matters.
Jeuveau is dosed the same as Botox, so prices compare easily. It's a great option if you're new.
Dysport can start working faster, sometimes in two or three days, and spreads a little more, which can work well across a wider forehead.
Letybo can be a good option to talk about if you've been getting treatments for years and feel your results don't last as long as they used to.
Daxxify lasts longer, which is nice if you'd rather not come in every few months. Results vary more from person to person, so we'll always be honest about what to expect.
But none of that matters as much as where the product goes and how much of it. The brand is the smallest decision we make."
- Pamela Alvarez, BS, RN
