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I'm 31 this year and FI thinks I'm nuts. I'm admittedly pretty vain and would like to "freshen" up my features a bit.
Anyone else?
I would just advise that you definitely do a test run quite a bit before your wedding-- a friend (in her 50's) had a Botox session a couple of weeks before her son's wedding, and she didn't look the most natural in photos (something "off" about her eyebrows). And anyway, I'm sure you look amazing-- you're only 31! Maybe just book in for a series of facials or microdermabrasion appts to make your skin extra gorgeous, if you want to do something to enhance your looks? :)
I have the slightest hint of a wrinkle forming on my forehead. I am 28 so I blame it on the stress of going through law school. The problem is, my fiance is really against Botox. My friend is an accupuncturist, so she recommended facial accupuncture instead. My fiance thinks this is OK, for some reason.
I think I'll try the accupuncture first. I'm honestly a bit scared to try Botox for the reason listed in jhphi's response :/
I'm thinking about getting it under my arms to prevent the excessive sweating that will probably be going on
YES! I'm 32 and have developed the ole lines in the forehead that I didn't have in my 20s...sucks!!! I don't think I have the guts to do it before my wedding though!
My fiance thinks I am nuts and I have to stop judging myself so hard...but I've made it very clear that botox and a little nip/tuck after having kids is likely something I will want!
I do have some creams at home that I'll try first. When I used them initially I broke out like crazy, but I'm totally giving them one more shot.
I would try Renova it's about $140 cream that is the only cream that the has proven to the FDA to fight wrinkles by stimulating collagen. Your skin will become smoother I promise, you get it at the doctor's. I have been using it for 2 years and people constantly compliment me on my skin
I would love to get rid of that tiny wrinkle kind of starting on my 32 year old forehead, but I want to try for a baby soon and do not feel comfortable having botulism toxin a body I will share with my child.
I got mine at 35 between the eyebrows. LOVE it...I am now 38 and have it done every 6 months. I know people who need it more often, but this is just as preventative as you want it to be. It forced me to stop squinting, frowning, and wear sunglasses. NO one knew I got it. They still don't and my FI has no idea either! When I bring it up,,,he says, YOU are not touching that pretty face of yours. So it is my secret!
I've always thought of a liposuction of my mid section & thighs & transfer the fat to my butt so I get a more bodacious behind but lord knows I'm too chicken for that. Wishful thinking. =)
I do indeed want to try it - - I am a bit of a chicken though. As an alternative I just scheduled a chemical peel....btw I am 30 and totally on the same page as you about wanting to get it, lol
Nope, I'm staying away from any kind of cosmetic procedure for as long as possible. I turn 30 on Saturday, but people always think I'm like 24-25 (I got the Asian genes!). 
I have a friend who started Botox when she was like 25, and everyone thought she was nuts-- she totally didn't need it! I'm sure none of us here NEED it... what ever happened to aging naturally and gracefully? 
haha, i'll be 28 by the time our wedding rolls around and i totally plan on getting botox beforehand. i already have little lines between my eyebrows and i want those suckers gone!!
Depending on your goals, have you thought about talking to your photographer about retouching the photos, instead of going for botox? Just thinking of alternatives....
I am so glad I came across this post. I am 35 and our date is in October, and was considering the whole botox thing...so I did some research, living in NYC this is an easy thing to accomplish. I know exactly what area I would like some "help" with the laugh lines around my eyes seem to be really noticeable in recent pictures. One day I asked a co-worker of mine and he let me in on a big secret...he had been doing it for about seven years with another co-worker. They worked out a deal with a doctor that for $30.00 a shot, as long as they utilize an entire ampule he does the work for them...he is 42 and I always wondered how he looked so youthful! So I have jumped on board and I am going in April. According to my co-worker, the first time lasts about 4-5 months, the second lasts longer and then its once a year. Another friend who has been getting it done for awhile gave me some advice, "don't get carried away find the area you are most concerned with, and do a small but noticeable area." I will let you all know how it goes...nervous but curious!
I'm 31 too and yes I considered botox :-) I've personally decided not to do botox, but my Mum is still thinking about it. I've said to her to try it now in case she doesn't like it, that way if she does like the look, she can have a top up just before the wedding ;-)
I am not gonna get touched up, just working on my weight and being content with me. if it works for you I am allll for it. whatever makes you happy on your special day!
I don't think I would consider botox unless I'm in my 40's or 50's. Like others, I would consider other alternatives first.
If you DO consider Botox, be sure to do it far enough in advance. Botox actually takes three weeks to take FULL effect. If it is your first time, I also strongly recommend NOT doing a full treatment. You need to make very clear you still want movement. (They can focus on specific problem areas and greatly reduce any creases but still leave you with moderate movement which is very important to looking natural.) Also, something they often don't tell patients beforehand (which absolutely BAFFLES me) but do NOT take any kind of pain or cold medication for 7-10 days beforehand to ensure you have the least risk of bruising. One dose of Advil, Tylenol, etc. can still have an effect even days later (it stays in your system long after the headache is gone.) I've seen bruising occur from this a number of times in different people. It's not awful, but a nightmare before your wedding.
Nope. I guess all those years of wearing sunblock and using sunless tanner on my face paid off. I'm 32 and most people do not guess my age correctly. But I have no problem with those who chose to use fillers and botox. My MOH is a RN for a plastic surgeon if you need a referral!!
As for me, after watching the Real Housewives of Orange County.......I am scarred for life
Nope, my face still looks like it did when I was 18, black don't crack and all that:) That said, I have a friend who is getting married next month and she had a similar issue. She went to Bliss for one of the oxygen facials and it worked wonders. She looked absolutely amazing and seemed to glow from within!
Something about the idea of putting botulism in my body freaks me out, especially since nobody knows the long term effects. I will be smiling, wrinkles and all!
ok, I'll be honest here. 
After seeing my unsightly wrinkles in my engagement photos, I immediately called a plastic surgeon to schedule botox. As others have mentioned, make sure you do a test run first to make sure you get the results you are seeking (that he/she is "hitting" the areas of your concern). And then have the last one before the wedding about 3 weeks before as it does take time to fully work (unlike in the movies) and in case you have any bruising, it will be gone before your big day.
My doc is amazing and knew how to inject it in the right areas so I still had animation in my face - not like the Real Housewives of Orange County. LOL. I have had it numerous times over the years (in my 30s - primarily as a preventive measure) and never, ever had any trouble with it. My only complaint is that my body metabolizes it very quickly so it really only lasts about 3-4 months which can get expensive (which is why I stopped until before my wedding). But I didn't want to look back at my wedding photos and cringe. And then have to make my phototog photoshop all of my pix. Just make sure you go to a certified plastic surgeon and not a medical day spa. I've heard some horror stories about bad results in those places.
Oh my goodness....I'm 31 and this post has me so depressed. I've never even considered anything like this but because you all have I'm starting to doubt myself. I'm just planning on drinking lots more water two months leading up to the wedding and getting a facial about a month before.
Please tell me I'm not the only one that thinks it's a little too early to start thinking about Botox? Maybe i'm crazy?
In my honest opinon i am against anything like that (botox) anyways, I believe in again with grace..the way "god" wants you too. but to each their own right?!!
If you were to do it I wouldnt do it to close to the wedding...i think it would be risky buisness....
Ms. S - You're not crazy. This hasn't occurred to me either and I am not considering it.
I take great care of myself: I sleep at least 8 hours/night, I stay out of the sun except when exercising and then I wear sunblock, I don't smoke, I eat well, and I drink lots of water. I am 35 and most people say I look 25.
I don't think that everyone needs botox. If people want it, great. But to each her own. We all do things that make us feel better about ourselves and we each have our issues.
I would try a chemical peel before botox. I have a few done a year and my skin looks amazing afterward (after the peeling of course). Good luck!
Let me speak from experience- it's great!
But you must go someone good- that's make a huge difference.
I'm 35- Got my first at 28 in my frown lines with my best friend who was 36 at the time. The person was awful, we didn;t see any difference. Then at 32 i decided I really needed something. My face is really skinny (even though the rest of me isn't) and I look sickly so I got Restylane in my laugh/frown lines-- even my mom, who was against it, said i looked so much better. I've done it only one more time since then, it lasts long.
As for botox- after my great experience with restlayne and looking healthy for a change- I decided to try it. I love it. It doesn;t make a huge difference as restylane but if you are self conscious about crows feet (I am) and between the eyes and forehead, etc- it take away the insecure feeling. And yes, you don;t make those expressions for you don't have the wrinkles.
But for crows feet, it only stops the crows feet-- I squint (legally blind here!) and under my eyes I have a lot of residual wrinkles-- it did not help there.
As for those opposed...as some other of my friends...but if you feel insecure, as do I, this makes me feel better. Its worth it.
I'm kind of scared of that. . .I don't have any wrinkles or anything and pretty much look the same as I did when I was 25 with the exception of skin issues.
I usually go get a facial and I'm good to go!
I am 36 and I consider it. I think we are going to set our date in November and am concerned now might be too close in case it didn't turn out well. I do get micro-derm at the spa I go to once a month and like that a lot. I feel it makes my complexion look brighter. My good friend, also 36 got it about a month ago for the crease between her eyes over her nose. I didn't notice it, but I do think latley she looks really good, so I would say the effects are there, but subtle. Its a very personal choice, so best of luck either way.
I'm 28 and just received Botox and Juvederm injections for the first time. I've tried every expensive cream and not so expensive creams to help prevent wrinkles and finally just got to the point that botox in the long run will actually be cheaper and produce better results than constantly trying one cream after another. I also like that it also works as a preventative tool for future wrinkles.
I just went back to my college town and caught up with a bunch of friends.. none of which noticed (and I just had it done 2 days prior to that). Because I'm young it's very suttle and that's the way I want to keep it. :)
are you sure the wrinkles even showup in pictures?? My wrinkle on my forehead(also just slightly forming) doesn't really show up in pictures... I plan to wait til I am in in mid/late 30s or 40s to get botox....I am interested in that FDA approvaed wrinkle cream though, thanks for that suggestion
LOL, at 35 I still get carded all the time so no botox for me. My 57-year old mom did it for the first time for my wedding though. She looked great, but then she always does!
Hi. I'm 49, and I don't intend to have any plastic surgery or procedures of that type, ever. I am far from perfect, but I believe I have the face God intended (nature intended, you choose) and I am thankful that as I age I continue to resemble my beloved mother, who died suddenly when I was 34. If I could do one amazing thing for my wedding, it would be bring back my mom to get to meet this wonderful man.
Think I'll have to just settle for beautiful clothes to wear.
I would! But I'm too chicken! I'm only 25 but I have two quite deep (for my age) wrinkles on my forehead. I'd LOVE to not see them for my wedding but I'm WAAAY too chicken so I'm just gonna ask my photographer to photoshop em out!
It's not painful at all. My only suggestion is to get it 3-4 months before the wedding. A good Botox/Dysport should last 6 months or longer. This timeframe allows for any side-effects to dissipate and it will be at it's peak. If you want to, you can always schedule so that it is starting to wear or has worn off during the month of your wedding. The idea is to look refreshed, not emotionless! I do this as a preventive measure, once a year.
I LOVE BOTOX! :) However make sure you go to the RIGHT doctor to do it. Not everyone understands the importance of sticking that needle in the correct spot! I'm 34 and I have been blessed by good genes and I look mid twenties. However I love to smile and laugh and mimic all the time and I get lines next to my eyes when I smile. The crowsfeet. My problem is not getting rid of lines that appear when I smile but to raise the end of the eyebrow very slightly to bring back my eyelids to what they were when I was younger. Makes it easier to put on my eye make up too. I seem to have a bit of extra skin that folds over the eye. Is it major? no. Can I live with it? Yes. Must I? nope! I enjoy getting a botox twice a year (every 8 months or so)
It's not to get rid of wrinkles really.. it's to prevent it. Please go to the right place or you may end up with a surprised look (or the plastic look) awful! Make sure to get botox at least 2 months in advance just in case. It doesn't hurt as much as I thought it would. It is expensive as hell! (in my case I usually pay about 400$ but my doctor is an artist and honest so it's worth it. My doctor won't give me any in between eyebrows shots during summer months. She says I have to squint when sun is in my eye and I shouldn't stop it. lol I agree)
So keep all this in mind.. Also you won't see immediate results, it usually takes couple weeks for it to fully show. Good luck :)
I am only 23 right now and don't have any wrinkles BUT I can already see that I'll get some crows feet and a little line between my eyes (bridge of nose)....so when I'm 28-30 I totaly plan on botox or whatever the "new" form of it is then
I'm 28 and just started microderm sessions. I also picked up Latisse :) to grow my eye lashes long....I know, pretty vain, but it's one day I'm allowed to be :)
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