Botox has long been associated with freezing wrinkles, but there’s a growing trend that’s shifting its narrative—microdosing. Paired with skinboosting, these treatments focus on improving overall skin quality rather than creating dramatic changes, making them ideal for those seeking a subtle, natural enhancement.

What Is Microdosing Botox?

Microdosing involves using tiny amounts of Botox injected just under the skin, rather than into deeper muscles. Instead of targeting expression lines, this technique aims to refine skin texture, minimize pores, and regulate oil production. The result? Smoother, more even skin that still moves naturally.

The Role of Skinboosting

Skinboosting complements microdosing by delivering hydration deep into the skin. Typically using hyaluronic acid-based injectables like Restylane Skinboosters, this treatment helps restore moisture, improve elasticity, and enhance overall radiance. Think of it as a way to give your skin a long drink of water, leaving it plump and refreshed.

How They Work Together

When combined, microdosed Botox and skinboosting create a powerful synergy. The Botox refines the skin’s surface by reducing shine and smoothing texture, while the skinboosters hydrate from within, giving the skin a healthy, dewy appearance. Together, they address multiple concerns without changing how you look—just how your skin feels and performs.

The appeal of microdosing and skinboosting lies in their subtlety. There’s no frozen look or dramatic transformation, just gradual improvements that leave your skin looking and feeling its best. These treatments are also versatile, working well on the face, neck, and even the hands.

In the realm of aesthetics, it’s no longer about big changes—it’s about the little things that make a big difference.

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Dr. Jane Yoo Board-Certified Dermatologist and Mohs Surgeon
Jane Yoo, MD, MPP, is a Korean American board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon based in Midtown Manhattan. She is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and the founder of Jane Yoo MD, PLLC and the Clinical Research Center of New York. Dr. Yoo holds an undergraduate degree from MIT and a Masters of Public Policy from Harvard's Kennedy School of Government. She completed her Mohs micrographic surgery fellowship at Yale. Her clinical and research focus spans aesthetic clinical trials including injectables and laser technology, skincare formulation and sunscreen science, K-Beauty and skin of color, ultrasound guided filler dissolution, artificial intelligence and beauty tech. Dr. Yoo's research is indexed under ORCID 0000-0002-7112-8963.