Often, the signs of aging are subtle. You might notice that you look more tired than usual or that your skin seems thinner and less toned. Injectables can work wonders in situations like this, softening and freshening your natural appearance.
Sometimes clients worry that injectables will make them look plastic or unnatural. But at Balance MedSpa, we specialize in natural-looking injectables. Our goal isn’t to make you look like someone else – but to transform you into an even better version of yourself.
If you’re considering injectables, it’s important to know that there are two main types to choose from: neurotoxins and fillers. Here’s a closer look at both of these anti-aging treatments, their benefits, and the differences between them.
Neurotoxins
Don’t let the term “neurotoxin” scare you. When injected by a trained professional, these substances are very safe. They work by temporarily paralyzing the tiny muscles beneath your skin. In doing so, they help smooth out dynamic wrinkles, the wrinkles that form or deepen when you talk or make facial expressions.
Neurotoxins don’t just treat wrinkles in the moment, either. Over time, they help train your muscles to relax, which softens and smooths your appearance as you continue to age.
Here are three neurotoxins the practitioners at Balance MedSpa often recommend:
- Botox®: This well-known injectable works wonders for fine lines around the forehead, cheeks, and eyes. Clients especially love how it erases crow’s feet to restore youthfulness to their eyes.
- Dysport®: Lines between your eyebrows can make you look tired or angry, even when you’re not. Dysport® helps erase these eyebrow lines, softening your overall look.
- Xeomin®: Are frown lines keeping you down? Xeomin® can subtly erase them, making you look more rested and approachable.
The results of neurotoxins generally last about 3 to 6 months. Clients often notice that the longer they continue with treatment, the longer their results last.
Dermal Fillers
When it comes to Botox vs fillers, Orlando area residents benefit from understanding how each treatment works. While neurotoxins work by relaxing the skin, dermal fillers work by volumizing it.
As you age, your skin loses collagen, a protein that gives it tone and elasticity. Dermal fillers can, in effect, replace this collagen, giving your skin a fuller, plumper, and younger look.
Dermal fillers work especially well for static wrinkles – those stubborn ones that are visible even when you’re not moving your face. They can also address saggy, hollow areas and a general loss of fullness.
After filler injections, clients often remark that they look like themselves again. It’s amazing how taking a few years off can boost your confidence!
Some of our favorite fillers at Balance MedSpa include:
- Juvederm®: The Juvederm family of injectables includes products that are specially designed to fill lines around the chin, nose, and mouth.
- Sculptra®: If static smile lines and cheek wrinkles are aging the lower half of your face, Sculptra® is a top option to consider.
- Restylane®: Have your lips lost volume? Restylane® injections can make them look plump and full, but still natural. Restylane® also offers options for under-eye volume loss.
- Radiesse®: For deep facial wrinkles, like furrowed brows, Radiesse® is often a good choice.
The results of dermal fillers can last a year or more, depending on the product. Your practitioner can customize the placement and the amount based on your goals and individual skin health. If your main skin complaint is a subtly tired or worn-out look, a few small filler injections can go a long way.
Kybella®: Another Option
Is the area under your chin your main concern? Perhaps the skin in this area has stretched out and lost its tone, leading to an excessively full or “double” chin. In this case, we may suggest a different kind of injectable called Kybella®. It’s one of the very best non-surgical cosmetic procedures for the chin and neck area.
Kybella® isn’t a filler or a neurotoxin. Rather, it’s a synthetic acid that, when injected into the fatty tissue under our chin, destroys fat cells in the area. In the weeks following treatment, you’ll notice that your jawline slowly becomes more taut and toned. Most patients need several treatments, spaced a few weeks apart, to achieve their desired transformation.
The fillers vs. neurotoxins debate does not have a clear winner, overall. Both treatments have their place. Which option is best will depend on the way age is showing up on your skin. To take charge of your own self-confidence with injectables, schedule a consultation at Balance MedSpa. Our expert practitioners will evaluate your skin, discuss your goals, and recommend a treatment plan that helps you feel like yourself again.