When Should I Start?
One of the most common questions we hear at Valēre is:
“When should I start Botox?”
“Am I too young for filler?”
“Is it too late to improve my skin?”
The truth is: there’s no universal “right age” to start medical aesthetics. It depends on your skin, your goals, and your comfort level.
But there are thoughtful, skin-first approaches that work beautifully in every decade of life. Here’s a general guide and how we tailor care at every stage.
In Your 20s: Prevention & Healthy Habits
Your skin is likely glowing and resilient and that’s exactly when prevention matters most.
This is the decade to:
Build a skincare foundation (SPF, vitamin C, retinol)
Introduce microneedling or gentle resurfacing to support collagen
Consider small-dose neuromodulators (like Dysport or Botox) for “prejuvenation”
The goal isn’t change, it’s preservation. Think of it as skin insurance
In Your 30s: Subtle Support
This is when early fine lines appear, collagen production begins to slow, and skin may start to lose bounce and hydration.
We often recommend:
Microneedling + PRP or exosomes for texture and firmness
Light filler or neuromodulators to smooth and prevent deep-set lines
Skin boosters or mesotherapy for hydration and glow
This decade is about softening signs of aging while maintaining natural movement and contours.
In Your 40s: Regeneration & Refinement
By your 40s, skin tends to show cumulative signs of stress, sun exposure, and volume loss. But it’s also one of the most rewarding decades to treat because small changes make a big difference.
This is the time to:
Address volume loss with conservative filler
Use PRP, microneedling, and regenerative therapies to restore tone
Layer in neuromodulators more consistently
Think of it as refinement, not reinvention.
In Your 50s & Beyond: Restoration Without Overcorrection
Skin becomes thinner, drier, and less elastic, but that doesn’t mean you need to chase drastic change.
Our 50+ clients often thrive with:
Microneedling + PRF/PRF to boost skin vitality
Tailored filler to restore soft volume and lift
Skin-first protocols to improve barrier function and hydration
The key here is balance. Restoring what’s changed while respecting the beauty of aging well.