What Are BOTOX® and XEOMIN®?
Both injections are made from similar compounds. BOTOX® contains additive while XEOMIN® only contains the main ingredient. BOTOX® tends to take effect faster. XEOMIN® is actually the slowest acting of any facial injection, meaning it will take longer to see results. BOTOX® will begin to take effect in about 72 hours; it takes XEOMIN® over 4 days before results can be seen.
However, XEOMIN® does have one main advantage over BOTOX®. Due to it not having any other additives, a patient will be less likely to receive the treatment negatively. The body won’t be creating antibodies to fight any of the ingredients found in XEOMIN®.
Which One Is Right for You?
A study in which individuals were given each drug at the same time on each side of the face, BOTOX® was the clear winner. Test subjects were found to have a longer reduction of crow’s feet, frown lines, and other wrinkles for the entire study. Test subjects were checked at 2 days, 3 weeks, 3 months, and 4 months, and most subjects showed that it was the superior product.
However, this doesn’t necessarily mean that it is also right for you. XEOMIN® may be the choice you ultimately go with due to its lower risk.
Seek Consultation
If you wish to learn more about either product or have the procedure done, we invite you to seek consultation right away. Speak with one of our specialists in Cedar Park and Georgetown in Texas and learn exactly which product is the best match for you. Contact us today to schedule your consultation!