No, Botox should not freeze your face if it’s administered correctly by a skilled professional. Botox works by temporarily relaxing the muscles that cause wrinkles and lines, but it doesn’t paralyze them completely or “freeze” them.
When Botox is used appropriately, the goal is to soften wrinkles and prevent excessive muscle movement, giving you a natural, more youthful appearance. You should still be able to make natural facial expressions, like smiling, frowning, or raising your eyebrows, just without the deep lines and creases that would typically form with those movements.
However, if too much Botox is used, or if it’s injected in the wrong areas, there is a risk of a more “frozen” appearance, where facial expressions can become limited, and the face may look stiff or unnatural. This is more likely to happen if the injector is inexperienced or if Botox is overused in certain areas.
To avoid this, it’s crucial to choose an experienced and trained provider who understands facial anatomy and how to achieve natural-looking results. If you’re concerned about a “frozen” look, discuss your preferences with your practitioner beforehand, so they can tailor the treatment to give you subtle, natural results that still allow for facial movement.