How much do 20 units of Botox cost?

Botox is priced per unit, so the only honest way to compare quotes is to ask two questions: what’s the per-unit price, and how many units am I getting? Around Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana, $10–$20 a unit is typical — which is why 20 units lands at roughly $200–$400. Be wary of flat “per area” pricing that hides the math: 15 units at a bargain headline price can cost more per unit than 20 units somewhere reputable.

Keep in mind that 20 units usually covers one area — most often the frown lines between the brows. Treating forehead lines often adds another 10–20 units, and crow’s feet typically take 12–24, so a full upper face costs noticeably more than that first $200–$400 visit. What moves the price beyond unit count? Mostly who’s holding the syringe — an MD or NP generally charges more than an RN working under medical direction — plus the venue and the neighborhood. Gold Coast rent shows up in Gold Coast pricing, which is part of why NWI often comes in lower.

One budgeting note a good injector will volunteer: results last about 3–4 months, so most regulars book three to four visits a year. Think in annual terms — a $300 visit is really a $900–$1,200-a-year habit — and the cheapest quote matters a lot less than consistent, careful work.