Botulinum toxin and BOTOX^® are related, but are not exactly the same thing.

Botulinum toxin is a naturally occurring neurotoxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. Botulinum toxin is used in extremely diluted, purified, and safe forms for both medical and cosmetic purposes.

BOTOX^® is a brand name for a product made by Allergan, which pioneered a specific formulation of this ingredient for cosmetic use.

There are several other types of neuromodulators offered at The Well Lounge, including Xeomin^®, Dysport^® and Daxxify^™. These also contain botulinum toxin as their active ingredient.

Botulinum toxin functions by blocking nerve signals in the muscles where it’s injected. The targeted muscles are forced to temporarily relax as the injections inhibit the release of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter responsible for contractions. This effect gradually wears off over several months.

While these products share the same active ingredient, they have subtle differences in their formulation, potency, and duration of effect, making them distinct options for various treatments like wrinkle reduction and muscle spasm control.

BOTOX^® is the original and most well-known neuromodulator with the most extensive track record. Many first-time patients will opt for this formulation. Dysport^® features “spreadability” that makes it better suited for treating larger areas like foreheads. It also has a faster onset. Due to the purified state of its formula, patients who show signs of resistance to other injectables may be better candidates for Xeomin^®. Daxxify^™ is one of the newest brands on the market. It provides longer-lasting results because of its peptide-enhanced formula.

BOTOX^® is primarily used for wrinkles in the upper third of the face, so some of the most common treatments are BOTOX^® for frown lines to minimize glabellar lines, BOTOX^® for crow’s feet or smile lines to soften wrinkles at the corners of the eyes, and BOTOX^® for forehead lines. A BOTOX^® brow lift or droopy eyelid BOTOX^® brightens the eyes by lifting the brows slightly. BOTOX^® for under eyes reduce wrinkles and muscle bulges under the eyes. BOTOX^® for marionette lines improves wrinkles between the mouth and chin, while masseter BOTOX^® slims the jaw area by reducing overly large or wide jaw muscles. BOTOX^® for migraines reduces the severity and frequency of chronic migraine headaches. BOTOX^® for sweating can help with symptoms of hyperhidrosis.

If you are looking up “BOTOX^® near me” or “Botulinum Toxin Price,” there are other skin rejuvenation options you might want to consider, such as injectable hyaluronic acid and biostimulatory dermal fillers to restore volume, along with skin resurfacing treatments such as laser treatments and chemical peels. We can explain more about these options, as well as BOTOX^® cost, procedure, recovery, and other details during your consultation.