Basics of Botox

Written By Skin Analysis
Vials of Dysport and Daxxify neuromodulators with syringe – explaining popular wrinkle treatments and how they work

Wrinkles happen. Whether it is from smiling, squinting, or simply living life, those little lines tell stories, but sometimes you would rather they didn’t. If you have ever looked in the mirror and wished for smoother, more refreshed skin without surgery, a neuromodulator like Dysport, Botox, Daxxify, Xeomin, or Jeuveau might be exactly what you are looking for.

What Are Neuromodulators?

Think of neuromodulators as gentle muscle relaxers for your expression lines. These injectable treatments use purified proteins to temporarily calm the small muscles that create wrinkles.

Each brand works in a similar way but has its own unique formulation:

  • Dysport uses abobotulinumtoxinA

  • Botox uses onabotulinumtoxinA

  • Daxxify uses daxibotulinumtoxinA-lanm (known for its longer-lasting results)

  • Xeomin uses incobotulinumtoxinA (a “naked” version without added proteins)

  • Jeuveau uses prabotulinumtoxinA-xvfs (sometimes called “Newtox”)

The result? Softer frown lines, smoother foreheads, and eyes that look more open and rested; all while keeping your natural expressions intact.

Where Can They Help?

Common treatment areas include:

  • Forehead lines that appear when raising your brows

  • Frown lines between the brows (the “11s”)

  • Crow’s feet around the eyes

These treatments can also refine areas around the mouth, chin, and neck, helping to create a balanced, relaxed, and refreshed appearance.

What Happens During Treatment?

A neuromodulator treatment is quick and comfortable. Your provider uses a fine needle to inject small amounts into the targeted muscles. Most people describe it as a few light pinches — no anesthesia, no downtime. You can return to your day immediately after.

After Treatment: What to Expect

You may notice mild redness or tiny bumps where the injections were placed, but these fade within about 15 minutes. Results start to appear within 3 to 5 days, with full results around two weeks.

Depending on the product and your individual response:

  • Dysport, Botox, Xeomin, and Jeuveau typically last 3 to 4 months

  • Daxxify can last up to 6 months for some clients

Myths vs. Facts

Myth: Neuromodulators make you look frozen.
Fact: When done by a skilled injector, your expressions stay natural. You simply look more relaxed and refreshed.

Myth: These treatments are only for older adults.
Fact: Many clients in their twenties and thirties use them preventatively to slow the formation of deeper lines over time.

The Takeaway

Whether you choose Dysport, Botox, Daxxify, Xeomin, or Jeuveau, these treatments are not about changing who you are, they are about helping you feel confident and refreshed in your own skin.

A few small injections can make a big difference , not just in how you look, but in how you feel when you see your reflection.