Everything You Need to Know Before Getting Line & Wrinkle Relaxers

For a Botox newbie, it’s a fine line between a natural, fresh-faced look and an overdone treatment. Here’s everything you need to know about getting line and wrinkle relaxers, plus how to choose the right provider for you.

What are the different types of line and wrinkle relaxers?

The most common neuromodulators are Botox, Dysport, Xeomin, and Jueveau. All four are FDA-approved, have the same main ingredient, and lead to similar results (a smooth, refreshed look).

Botox has been around the longest, and it’s FDA-approved for frown lines, crow’s feet, and forehead lines. It’s powerful, too; you’ll notice a difference within a couple of days, and results last for three to four months.

Dysport, meanwhile, spreads out well and allows for more forehead movement, making it a popular choice for anyone new to line relaxers. Plus, Dysport has a shorter onset than Botox and may last a little bit longer. Xeomin has been called “the naked Botox,” since it doesn’t contain any additives or preservatives. Jueveau is the newest of these neuromodulators, and it has similar effects to Dysport.

Our advice? Ask your practitioner for the lowdown on each neuromodulator. They’ll walk you through the benefits of each one for your skin.

Where should I apply line and wrinkle relaxers?

The world is your oyster—or in this case, your face is your oyster. Here’s a quick rundown of the most common neuromodulator applications:

• Upper face (forehead, crow’s feet, and 11s): Are you a brow furrower? Do you raise your eyebrows at every questionable decision your friends make? Treating your upper face will give you that refreshed, youthful vibe—even on days when you picked up the wrong coffee order and your Internet is out, again.
• Mid-face and mouth: There’s nothing more attractive than a genuine smile. Treating smile lines and the lines along the midface (near your nose) let your warm, welcoming smile shine through.
• Lip flip: For a fuller upper lip appearance, this simple treatment relaxes the muscles around your lip. That way, the part of your upper lip that’s inside your mouth “flips” upward and outward for a full, luscious pout.
• Gummy smile: We love any occasion to break out into a huge grin. With a little bit of Botox, a previously gummy smile is easily softened to show less gum and more you.
  

What should I know before my first Botox appointment?

The biggest differentiator in getting Botox or another neuromodulator is the person delivering your treatment. Yes, these treatments are common in any med spa, but you’ll want to know who’s administering your treatment and what their results look like. Spend some time researching the best Botox in NYC (or wherever you are), looking specifically for client testimonials and before/after shots. Believe it or not, administering neuromodulators is an art form, and you want to make sure you book with someone who has a skilled, subtle hand.

Here’s another hot tip: you can request an Ever/Body Botox consultation before purchasing any services. That way, you can get to know your practitioner and ask a little bit about their experience before you commit to a new procedure.

Another thing that’ll help you relax before your relaxers? Understanding that neuromodulators like Botox aren’t permanent. The effects wear off completely in three to four months. While we’d love to see your face at that three month mark, it’s up to you to decide the best schedule for your desired look and book accordingly.
Finally, remember that this is your beauty journey. Whatever your goals are, and however you want to feel after your treatment, we’re here to guide you, offer you options, and take care of you—from your first consultation until you walk out the door.