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Botox, Dysport, and Xeomin: What's the Difference?
- Sara Chambers
- Apr 1
- 3 min read
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All three of these products (Botox, Dysport, and Xeomin) use botulinum toxin type A, a purified protein that temporarily relaxes muscles. That’s what makes these treatments so effective for smoothing wrinkles, minimizing facial tension, and even relieving chronic conditions like TMJ, migraines, and excessive sweating.
But they aren’t identical. Here’s what makes each one unique:
Botox®
Botox is the most well-known name in the industry. It’s FDA-approved for a wide range of cosmetic and medical uses, including frown lines, crow’s feet, forehead lines, TMJ, migraines, and excessive sweating. Botox also contains protective proteins that surround the active ingredient, which may help some patients see longer-lasting results.
Dysport®
Dysport spreads a little more quickly than Botox, which can make it a great option for larger treatment areas like the forehead. Some clients notice that it kicks in a bit faster—typically within 2 to 3 days. It also has a slightly different dosing ratio, which we always account for during your personalized consultation.
Xeomin®
Xeomin is known as the “naked injectable” because it contains no additives or accessory proteins—just the purified botulinum toxin. This makes it a smart choice for people who may have developed resistance to other injectables or want a cleaner formula. It’s often used for frown lines between the eyebrows (aka “11s”).
How to Choose the Right Option
At Let’s Face It, your experience is never one-size-fits-all. During your consultation, Lacie, PA and Carlsey, RN will walk you through the differences between Botox, Dysport, and Xeomin, assess your goals, and create a treatment plan that’s tailored to your face, your lifestyle, and your budget.
Popular Treatments Using Botox, Dysport, and Xeomin
The truth is, injectables aren’t just for “wrinkle-free foreheads” anymore. At Let’s Face It, we see clients from all walks of life who choose Botox, Dysport, or Xeomin for reasons that go far beyond aging. Here are some of the most common reasons:
1. Lip Flips for a Subtle Enhancement
Not everyone wants, or needs, filler to get that perfect pout. A lip flip uses a small amount of Botox to relax the muscle above the upper lip, creating a natural, lifted look. It’s subtle but effective and a favorite among clients looking for just a little something extra before events or photos.
“I wanted my smile to feel more confident without going full filler. The lip flip was the perfect intro!”
2. TMJ and Jaw Tension Relief
If you grind your teeth, clench your jaw, or suffer from TMJ disorder, injections can make a huge difference. By relaxing the overactive jaw muscles (often the masseter), we help reduce tension, pain, and even reshape the jawline over time.
“I didn’t even realize how much pain I was living with until my first round of Botox for TMJ. Total game changer.”
3. Migraine Prevention
For those living with chronic migraines, Botox offers medically proven relief. We inject it in specific areas of the head, neck, and shoulders to help prevent migraines before they even start. It’s life-changing for many of our clients in Cookeville who’ve tried everything else.
“After years of taking medication daily for migraines, I finally found something that worked. Botox gave me my life back.”
4. Wrinkle Softening and Smoothing
Of course, cosmetic reasons still top the list for many people. Forehead lines, crow’s feet, frown lines between the eyebrows—these are all common areas where muscle movement causes dynamic wrinkles. Injections smooth these lines out and give you that refreshed, “just got 8 hours of sleep” kind of glow.
“People kept asking if I was tired... even when I wasn’t. Botox helped me look like how I felt.....energized and confident.”
5. Prevention in Your 20s and 30s
More and more people in their 20s and 30s are using injections as preventative care. By targeting expression lines early, you train the muscles to relax, reducing the likelihood of deeper lines forming later in life. It’s a proactive investment in long-term skin health.
“I started in my late 20s, and I don’t regret it for a second. I feel like I’ve hit pause on aging without freezing my face.”
Let’s Talk Injections in Cookeville
Whether you're new to injectables or just looking for the best injector in Cookeville, Tennessee, we would love to help.
Book your consultation today and let’s chat about what Botox (or one of its sisters) can do for you.
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