Neurotoxins such as Botox, Dysport, Xeomin, and Daxxify are used to temporarily paralyze the muscles that cause wrinkles, resulting in a smoother, more youthful appearance. They are typically used to treat dynamic wrinkles, more commonly on the upper face, such as frown lines and crow’s feet, and are not effective for adding volume to the face or lifting sagging skin. Regular treatment with neurotoxins can help slow the progression and deepening of wrinkles that are caused by constant muscle movement.
Hyaluronic acid fillers, on the other hand, such as RHA by Revance, Juvederm products, and Restylane products are used to add volume to areas of the face that have lost fullness due to aging or weight loss. They can be used to enhance features such as the lips, cheeks, and chin, as well as to fill in deeper wrinkles and folds such as the nasolabial folds and marionette lines. The effects of hyaluronic acid fillers can last anywhere from 6 months to 2 years, depending on the specific product used and the individual’s metabolism.
Overall, neurotoxins and hyaluronic acid fillers serve different treatment goals, with neurotoxins being used primarily to smooth out wrinkles and hyaluronic acid fillers used to add volume to the face. A skilled healthcare provider can recommend the most appropriate treatment or combination of treatments to achieve a patient’s desired outcome.
