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Why Xeomin is a great alternative to traditional Botox treatments.
Botox is a very effective and popular cosmetic procedure that can be used to make you look younger. However, there may be a risk with you using Botox that has kept you from investigating these treatments. There is also the potential for your body being immune to Botox treatments. For a lot of people, this occurs after they have been injected a number of times. If Botox doesn’t sound like it’s going to be an option for you to turn back the hands of time, there is an alternative out there that can help you.
Xeomin is a treatment that has been used in the dermatology world for many years now. While it’s similar to Botox in regard to how and why it is used, it can actually produce better results for many people. In this article we’re going to talk about what Xeomin is, who can benefit from it and some specifics of how it’s used.
What Is Xeomin?
Xeomin is a toxin that is similar to Botox. It can be used to block the movements of muscles in areas where it is administered. It works the same way that Botox does, so it’s usually applied to areas of the face that have fine lines and wrinkles on them. This product contains the same ingredients that Botox does, but it’s actually a purer form of the toxin botulinum toxin type A, so you potentially see better results. The difference is that Botox doesn’t go through the purification process that Xeomin does. Xeomin doesn’t require refrigeration, and the handling process is a little different for the person administering it.
How Do You Know If You Should Use Xeomin Instead of Botox?
If you’ve previously used Botox and didn’t find that you were happy with the results it provided, then it may be worth considering the use of Xeomin instead. Also, using Botox over the course of many treatments could result in fewer benefits each time. If you’re developing that resistance to Botox, a product like Xeomin would be ideal. Xeomin doesn’t have the extra proteins that Botox has, so immunity to it isn’t as likely.
Botox can often result in a very tight feeling that people don’t really prefer. Xeomin produces a softer result that makes the face look more natural. It’s also more affordable, so you’re a great candidate if you’re on a budget but still want to utilize a cosmetic procedure to look more youthful. You can expect your Xeomin treatments to last about three to four months, which is a bit longer than Botox in some cases. It also takes effect a few days faster. Optimal results have been reported in about 10 days.
Preparing for a Xeomin Procedure
Once you’ve completed a consultation with a dermatologist or cosmetic surgeon and it’s determined that you’re a candidate for Xeomin injections, you’ll want to ask about what you should do to get ready for your appointment. Your doctor may ask you if you’re currently taking any medications, and they will clue you in on the aftercare that you should be ready for (don’t worry, there’s not much).
Xeomin tends to be a much gentler procedure than Botox, especially when performed by an experienced professional. Make sure that you’re communicated where you want to see results. You might not see these results right away but give your face some time to heal and adjust to the injected toxin. Most people won’t be able to spot the fact that you’ve had Xeomin injections, but you may want to have them done about two weeks before any kind of important event for maximum results.
The day of your procedure, make sure that your skin is clean and that you’re feeling ready and relaxed. Once you’ve had Xeomin injected underneath the skin, you’ll want to avoid rubbing or manipulating your skin in any way. The purpose of this is to keep the injected toxin right in the areas where it was administered. Moving it around your face could end up diluting the areas that you wanted targeted. You could also end up with numbing in areas that you didn’t want to touch. You should also stay upright for approximately three hours after the injections are done. This is less time than Botox injections, which require you to be upright for four to six hours afterward.
While both Botox and Xeomin work very similarly, Botox has been approved as a treatment option for a number of medical conditions. Xeomin has traditionally been used for cosmetic purposes. Both products have been approved by the FDA for use in cosmetic procedures. We’ve included a lot of information on the benefits of Xeomin versus Botox, but you can speak with a reputable professional if you’re still not sure which one is going to be best for your situation. Someone that has experience administering both of these products can look at your face and determine which one is going to work better. They will also consider the past treatments that you’ve had completed, also taking into account the results that you had from them. You can reach out to Vesper Gray Med Spa if you would like information on either of these cosmetic procedure products. We would be happy to set you up with a consultation, walking you through what you can expect from Xeomin injections and how they can help you achieve a more youthful glow.
