Botox Treatment in Washington DC
Choose Your Botox: Which Option Is Right for You?
Botox
Botox® Cosmetic is an FDA-approved injectable that temporarily smooths frown lines between the brows, forehead lines and crow’s feet.
What makes it different: Botox is the original cosmetic neurotoxin and the most widely studied, with more than 20 years of use. It relaxes the muscles that cause expression lines, softening the lines you already have and helping stop new ones from forming. Treatment takes about 10 to 15 minutes with no downtime, and results can last up to four months. Individual results may vary.
Why choose Botox: It’s the trusted choice for patients who want the most established option with a long track record. Botox is also used medically for excessive sweating and migraines, so some patients can address more than one concern with the same product.
Dysport
Dysport® is an FDA-approved injectable that temporarily reduces the appearance of frown lines between the brows, forehead lines and crow’s feet.
What makes it different: Dysport has a lighter formula that spreads a little more after injection. That makes it well suited to larger areas like the forehead, where it can give a smooth, even result. Many patients notice results in as little as two to three days, and they can last three to five months. Individual results may vary.
Why choose Dysport: It’s a great option for patients treating broader areas, or anyone who wants to see results a little sooner. It also works well for patients who want a natural, softened look across the forehead.
Xeomin
Xeomin® is an FDA-approved injectable that temporarily smooths frown lines between the brows, forehead lines and crow’s feet.
What makes it different: Xeomin is often called the “naked” neurotoxin. It’s purified down to the active ingredient, without the extra proteins found in Botox and Dysport. Results typically appear within a few days and last about three to four months. Individual results may vary.
Why choose Xeomin: It’s a good fit for patients who want a clean formula. It may also suit patients who feel their current neurotoxin doesn’t last as long as it used to, since its simpler formula may lower the chance of the body building a resistance over time.
Daxxify
Daxxify® is the newest FDA-approved neurotoxin for moderate to severe frown lines between the brows.
What makes it different: Daxxify is held together by a peptide instead of human serum albumin, and it contains no animal-based ingredients. Its biggest difference is how long it lasts. Many patients see results for about six months, and some longer, compared with three to four months for traditional options. Individual results may vary.
Why choose Daxxify: It’s ideal for busy patients who want fewer appointments each year. It also suits anyone who feels standard neurotoxins wear off too quickly.
Jeuveau
Jeuveau® is an FDA-approved injectable that temporarily improves the look of moderate to severe frown lines between the brows.
What makes it different: Jeuveau is the first neurotoxin made only for cosmetic use, rather than adapted from a medical treatment. It works the same way as Botox, relaxing the muscles that cause expression lines. Results usually appear within a few days and last about three to four months. Individual results may vary.
Why choose Jeuveau: It’s a popular choice for first-time patients and younger patients who want to soften early lines or stop them from forming. It’s also a good option for anyone who wants results like Botox from a newer, beauty-focused brand.
