Neurotoxins

What is Botox®?

Botox® Cosmetic is an FDA-approved treatment that uses a highly purified protein to relax the tiny facial muscles that cause expression lines. When these dynamic muscles are softened, the skin above them smooths out — creating a refreshed, youthful look without surgery or downtime.

Botox can improve:

• Forehead lines and furrows
• Frown lines (the “11s” between the brows)
• Crow’s feet around the eyes
• Bunny lines across the nose
• Vertical lip lines (“smoker’s lines”)
• Droopy brows (lifted with precise placement)
• Lip shape (the “lip flip” to enhance natural fullness)

Other neuromodulators such as Dysport®, Jeuveau®, and Daxxify® work in a similar way, and your injector will help determine the best choice for your needs. If wrinkles are caused by volume loss rather than muscle movement, we may recommend pairing Botox with dermal fillers or other treatments for the best results.

How Do Muscles Cause Wrinkles?

Facial expressions like frowning, squinting, and raising your brows activate “dynamic muscles,” which fold the skin repeatedly. In younger skin, collagen and elastin help the skin bounce back. With age, those supportive proteins decline — leaving creases that linger even at rest. Botox works by gently relaxing these muscles so they can’t press the skin into folds, softening lines and restoring a smoother, more radiant appearance.

Treatment Timeline

Onset: Results begin within 3–5 days, with full effect visible in about 2 weeks.

Longevity: Most patients enjoy results for 3–4 months, though some may experience longer or shorter duration depending on metabolism and muscle strength.

Maintenance: Our team at Vellure can design a regular treatment plan to keep your results consistent and natural.

Will Botox Freeze My Face?

When performed by skilled injectors, Botox simply relaxes wrinkle-causing muscles without taking away your natural expressions. At Vellure, our goal is to keep you looking refreshed, not “frozen.” You’ll still smile, frown, and raise your brows — just without the etched-in lines.

Beyond Botox

Dysport® works in a very similar way to Botox, softening dynamic wrinkles by relaxing overactive muscles. Many patients notice Dysport sets in a little faster and may diffuse slightly more, making it especially useful for areas like the forehead. Results typically last 3–4 months. Jeuveau®.

Nicknamed “Newtox,” Jeuveau® is produced in South Korea, a global leader in beauty and aesthetic innovation. It uses Hi-Pure™ technology for a clean, efficient formulation. Results can appear in as little as 2–3 days and typically last up to 4 months. Daxxify® is the newest, long-lasting neuromodulator. Results can appear within 2 days and last an average of 6 months — nearly double the duration of Botox.