Why Cosmetic Injectables?

As we age, our facial shape naturally changes over time - we go through bone loss, shifting of fat pads and collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid begin to break down — ie, we get fine lines and the beginning of wrinkles. One of the best ways to deal with these side effects of aging in our opinion is (drumroll, please) injectables!

Today we’re going to give you our top two types of cosmetic injectables. Are cosmetic injectables for you? Read more on that here!

Neuromodulators:

The three kinds of neuromodulators we have in the US currently are Botox, Dysport, and Xeomin. WebMD says it best — neuromodulators block signals from the nerves to the muscles and the injected muscles can't contract, making wrinkles relax and soften.

Botox is most often used on forehead lines, crow's feet (lines around the eye) and frown lines. Note that wrinkles caused by sun damage and gravity will not respond to Botox. It usually takes 5-7 days for Botox to begin working and two weeks to get the full effect!

Read more about neuromodulators here or watch a video of injecting neuromodulators here.)

Fillers

Fillers are used to replace volume loss and results are instant. The most common areas injected are the cheeks, smile lines, lips, tear troughs, chin, nose, and jawline.

Here are some examples of fillers you may have heard of —

  • Juvederm Ultra

  • Voluma

  • Radiesse

  • Restylane

  • Vollure

  • Volbella

  • Belotero

Want to learn more? Read more about fillers here!

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