Botox and fillers are wildly popular cosmetic injectables used to address wrinkles and premature signs of aging, but they work in very different ways.

Knowing what these injectables do and how they work is important to understand how to use them to rejuvenate your appearance.

When comparing Botox vs fillers, it’s important to note that the most optimal outcomes often arise from a strategic combination of both types of injectables.

Botox

Botox, a purified protein derived from botulinum toxin, is considered a neuromodulator. Its primary goal is to relax muscles.

When Botox is injected into specific facial muscles, it temporarily blocks the signals between nerves and muscles. This relaxation reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles caused by repetitive facial expressions like frowning or squinting.

Botox is most effective on dynamic wrinkles, which appear only when you make certain facial expressions. Some of the most popular uses for Botox are the lines between your brows, forehead wrinkles, and crow’s feet around the eyes.

Botox typically lasts 3-6 months before muscle function gradually returns and wrinkles become noticeable again.

Fillers

There are many brands of fillers available, but they all serve the same purpose: to add volume.

Fillers are injected into the skin to plump up wrinkles and restore lost volume. As we age, we lose volume in different parts of our face, which makes us look drawn and less youthful.

Fillers are made with various ingredients, the most common of which is hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance in the skin that is responsible for plumping and hydrating.

Other fillers are also available made from calcium hydroxyapatite and poly-L-lactic acid, to name a few.

Fillers work best on static wrinkles, which are visible even when the face is relaxed. They plump thin lip lines, enhance shallow contours, and add volume to cheeks. Many areas of the face will benefit from fillers.

Results vary depending on the type of filler used. Hyaluronic acid fillers generally last 6-18 months, while other fillers can last anywhere from 6 months to several years.

Botox vs Fillers

A simple way to remember the difference between the two is that Botox is used for wrinkles caused by movement and expressions, while fillers are used for wrinkles at rest, adding volume.

While each type of filler works differently, their greatest strength is when they are combined. LightRx offers a wide range of trusted fillers including Jeuveau, Juvederm, Voluma, Volbella, and Vollure.

Application

Using a combination of Botox and other plumping fillers is an art and a science. A highly trained technician should assess your skin and goals and design a treatment plan that achieves the results you’re looking for.

At LightRx, our licensed, trained professionals apply Botox and fillers strategically to create a natural, balanced result. Botox relaxes overactive muscles to prevent the formation of new wrinkles and smooth existing wrinkles, while fillers add lost volume and definition to targeted areas.

The amount of each product used will vary depending on each individual. Factors like facial structure, age, and desired outcome are all considered. The primary goal of our technicians is to create natural enhancement and avoid a puffy, overdone look.

The Artful Combination of Botox and Fillers

As an example of how the two can be combined for a beautiful look, let’s look at how it could be used for facial rejuvenation.

Botox is used to smooth and relax muscles like frown lines between the brows (glabellar lines), forehead wrinkles, and crow’s feet around the eyes. Relaxing these muscles will smooth the lines caused by facial expressions.

Next, fillers would be used for smoothing, plumping, and contouring. Cheeks can be filled and softened to restore lost volume, lifting the face and creating a more youthful look.

For example, nasolabial folds that run from the nose to the mouth can be filled and softened to create a smoother, more blended appearance, and lips can be filled to add volume, shape, and definition.

Ultimately, consultation is the key. At LightRx, our experts offer a free consultation to discuss your goals and evaluate your skin to design a treatment plan for you.

If you’re looking for a non-invasive way to improve your appearance, dermal fillers and botox are both great options to restore your appearance.

At LightRx, we offer complimentary consultations and treatment plans that help you achieve your desired results. Schedule a consultation today and try our non-surgical solutions for a new you!