I am thinking of getting Botox for the first time, and I am wondering how long the procedure takes and how long the effects last.

Recently, wrinkles on my forehead and around my eyes have become noticeably visible, so I am considering getting Botox for the first time. I looked it up and found that since Botox smooths wrinkles by temporarily relaxing muscles, it is commonly used for areas such as the glabella, forehead, and around the eyes. However, I would like to hear a more realistic explanation regarding when the effects actually start to appear when getting Botox on the glabella or forehead, and how long the effects typically last on average.

I am also curious about the procedure time. I would like to know how long it actually takes from preparation to the injection, including the consultation, when I go for Botox, and whether the time increases if multiple areas are treated with Botox at once.

Regarding costs, there is quite a significant price variation for Botox across different clinics. I would appreciate it if you could explain the average price range for a single injection (forehead, around the eyes, and between the eyebrows), as well as the cost difference when receiving a package that combines two or three areas. Finally, I would be grateful if you could explain how many days I should avoid exercise, saunas, and alcohol after receiving the injection. I have also heard that massaging the treated area can cause the Botox to spread or reduce its effectiveness, so I would like to know just how much caution is actually required. Additionally, providing information on the long-term safety of repeating Botox treatments at intervals of 3 to 6 months would be helpful in making my decision.