What Are The Differences Between Toxins And Fillers?
Neurotoxins, of which Botox is the most well known, are toxins that are injected into your body to stop the muscles from receiving signals to move, which is what causes wrinkles. Stopping the muscles from receiving the message means they are frozen in place, and they stay smooth, thus creating the illusion of younger-looking skin.
Fillers, on the other hand, are made up of hyaluronic acid (HA), which naturally occurs in your body. It is seen as the lubricant of joints and tissue and adding more of it at the preferred places means that it has a plumping effect as it gives the tissue more liquid for a smoother, plumper exterior look.
What Are Examples Of Toxins?
The word ‘toxin’ can put people off from considering the injection, but in actual fact, the toxins used are naturally occurring and different chemical variations of Botulinum Toxin. You will find them in jars of honey or canned food. Botox, Dysport and Xeomin are safe forms of the protein and, in a professional’s hand you can avoid any serious toxin or Botox mistakes and the perfect solution to keep your youthful appearance.
What Are Examples of Fillers?
HA is the main ingredient in fillers that are mostly used to plump up areas in the face such as cheeks, chin or lips. Juvederm Belotero, Radiesse, and Restylane are the most popular HA fillers that can work their magic to give you a fuller, glowing facial appearance.
What Are The Products Used For?
Both the options are mainly used to delay the signs of aging, especially around the eyes and lips. HA fillers leave a more plump appearance and can be used to fill out hollow cheeks, create a more defined jaw and a proportional chin, while toxins are best to freeze muscles, so wrinkles are not visible.
Collagen-based dermal fillers can, with their plumping effect, also be used to refine the appearance of deep-seated scars by lifting the indented, depressed areas on your face. For shallow scars the hyaluronic acid fillers of Belotero, Radiesse, or Restylane are the best choice for these scar types, while you can also choose from poly-L-lactic acid, polymethylmethacrylate beads and calcium hydroxylapatite as other filler options.
On the other hand, Botox procedures are mainly done as a preventative procedure to stop wrinkles from showing up in the first place or as maintenance to keep already formed wrinkles in the facial area to or fine lines around the eye at bay. You will most likely start seeing fine lines or crow’s feet appearing in your late 20s, and it is a good time to start using anti-aging creams and book preventative Botox sessions.
How Do I Know Which One is Right For Me?
It all depends on what you wish to gain from the injections. The simple answer is that lines at rest need fillers, while lines of expression or lines of motion need Botox. Botox is the cheaper option in general and can last six months or more, while dermal fillers are a bit more expensive, they can last up to two years. Both fillers and Botox will eventually require maintenance shots as the body will metabolize the toxins. While Botox works better for fine lines as it paralyzes the muscles, so they stay put, dermal fillers add more noticeable features to your face, and they will last longer, but they come at a higher price tag and possibly more side effects.
Schedule Your Toxin Or Filler Appointment Today
Luckily, with us, you don’t even have to decide – you can try out both methods at The Laser Cafe. We offer a variety of FDA-approved treatments, so you can schedule your first toxin or dermal appointment with one of our professionals who will also give you advice and guide you towards the right choice for your needs. Book your appointment today for a refreshed, younger appearance.
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