As time goes by, you may begin to notice signs of aging on your facial features. Fortunately, you can stop lines, creases, and wrinkles from progressing and improve the look of your skin. Neuromodulator injections can reduce muscle movement to halt line formation and give you a radiant, more youthful appearance.
What are neuromodulators, and how do they work? Continue reading to learn more about these anti-aging injections, and contact Radiant Skin in Zionsville, IN, when you’re ready to schedule your appointment.
What Are Neuromodulators?
A neuromodulator is an injection used to relax the muscles that cause lines, creases, and wrinkles to form. Neuromodulators are among the most common kinds of cosmetic treatments.
Neuromodulator injections can be administered on your face to reduce the look of aging, including in the following areas:
- Chin
- Neck
- Jawline
- Lip lines
- Forehead
- Eyebrows
- Crow’s feet (lines next to your eyes)
- Glabellar lines (lines between your eyebrows)
- Bunny lines (lines that form when wrinkling your nose)
Along with their cosmetic applications, these injections can also treat medical conditions like migraines and hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating).
Various neuromodulators have existed for years and are commonly recognized by their commercial names, including Botox and Dysport. While these products use botulinum toxin A, each one is slightly different and treats specific concerns.
How Do Neuromodulators Work?
Lines and wrinkles often develop because of repeated movement of the facial muscles. For example, it’s common to have vertical lines between your eyebrows from the constant movement of the muscles in that area. Neuromodulators serve to slow or stop muscle movement, resulting in smoothed-out skin creases.
Muscle movement occurs as a result of signals sent by your nerves. When neuromodulators are injected into the muscle, they block these nerve signals, making it harder for the muscles to move freely.
When neuromodulators are injected properly, you’ll still have some muscle movement, allowing you to express yourself. However, muscle movement will be limited enough to reduce the appearance of lines and creases.
Types of Neuromodulators
Several types of neuromodulators are available today. Some of the most popular ones appear below. We will make recommendations on which products would be best to help you achieve your aesthetic goals.
Botox
Botox is likely the most well-known neuromodulator on the market. The product has been around for over 20 years, helping individuals of all ages prevent and treat lines and creases on the face and neck.
Like other neuromodulators, Botox may be administered in any area of the face and neck. However, it is predominantly used on the forehead, between the eyebrows (glabellar lines), and on the corners of the eyes (crow’s feet).
Dysport
Dysport is another common neuromodulator that helps reduce the signs of aging. This product is best for treating moderate to severe lines on the glabella, or the area between the eyebrows. It is especially helpful for individuals with strong brow muscles because it can help those muscles relax and slow down new line formation.
Jeuveau
Jeuveau, also known as the new Botox, or “newtox,” is a neuromodulator that treats frown lines.
This product shares many similarities with Botox, like the main ingredient botulinum toxin A, but certain characteristics set it apart, including quicker effectiveness and longer-lasting results.
Xeomin
Xeomin is a different kind of neuromodulator. While it serves the same purpose as other neuromodulators, it is a purified version of the product, formulated without additional proteins.
Xeomin tends to be a better choice for individuals who are allergic to common ingredients in neuromodulators or don’t respond well to other products.
Benefits of Using Neuromodulators
Neuromodulators can help prevent and treat common signs of aging throughout the face and neck with a minimally invasive, non-surgical approach. Additional advantages of neuromodulator injections include these:
- Quick treatment
- Natural, lasting results
- Customizable treatment
- Combinable with other injectables
- Smoother skin and a more radiant appearance
Due to the many benefits, patients continue to make neuromodulators part of their self-care routines.
What to Expect During Your Neuromodulator Injection Appointment
We require you to schedule a consultation before your neuromodulator injections so that we can learn about your skin and aesthetic concerns. We will recommend treatments based on your goals, choosing from various neuromodulators, Botox, or other facial products.
Before your treatment, we will cleanse the treatment area and mark where the injections will go. We can also apply a topical numbing cream to keep you comfortable during your treatment.
Once you’re sufficiently numbed, we’ll carefully inject small amounts of neuromodulator into the target areas. Treatment times vary depending on how many areas you’re treating, but they typically take 20 to 30 minutes.
After your treatment is complete, you can ice the area for a few minutes before leaving and continuing with your daily activities. Because neuromodulator injection appointments are so quick, many clients come in during their lunch breaks before returning to work.
There’s no significant downtime after neuromodulator injections. We may ask you to avoid certain activities, like exercise, for 24 to 48 hours after your appointment, but generally, you can return to your normal routine. We will provide more specific aftercare instructions to help make the most of your neuromodulator treatment.
Results from Neuromodulators
Because of the way neuromodulator wrinkle reduction products work, you won’t see a difference in your appearance immediately after your treatment. As the product settles, you’ll slowly begin to see it working in the days following your appointment.
Depending on the product used, it can take two days to one week to see results. Once you see your final results, you can expect slowed movement and smoother-looking skin.
You can enjoy your results for three to six months depending on the neuromodulator you selected. As you begin to see more movement in the muscles, you can schedule your next appointment.
Schedule Your Neuromodulator Treatment Today
If you’re looking for anti-aging injections that help with wrinkle reduction and prevention, neuromodulators may be right for you. Contact Radiant Skin in Zionsville, IN, today to schedule your appointment.
