Both Botox and Hyaluronic Acid are treatments that can be applied to both genders, but it seems that women choose them more often.
These are two of the most popular facial treatments with anti-aging action which have very satisfactory results, in the improvement of the wrinkles and not only!
Two similar treatments but at the same time so different. With the benefits that each one offers, it makes sense to be confused when it comes to choosing which of the two we want to apply to our face.
So let's see how we can settle in one one of the two or even their combination, depending on our needs and desires and the guidance of the doctor.
At what areas do we apply them?
For a start, if we look at our face, we can look at the points we want to improve, so we have taken the first step in the right direction.
How is Botox applied and how is Hyaluronic acid applied?
The substance contained in Botox, Botulinum exotoxin A, temporarily and locally inactivates the muscles under the expression wrinkles, resulting in their improvement since facial expressions are to some extent limited. In this way, our face looks more relaxed and youthful and leaves those around us wondering how "resilient" we are through time!
Hyaluronic acid is a substance that is naturally present in our body. It retains water and provides a better connection of collagen and elastin fibers. Over time however, the amount of hyaluronic acid is lost, so we see changes in our face that affect our image and our self-confidence.
With the injectable Hyaluronic acid, we can replenish the lost amount, offer hydration and firmness to our skin, or even emphasize some features such as the lips and cheekbones while at the same time improving the aging wrinkles.
How long do the results of each treatment last?
For Botox, the duration of the results can be from 3 to 5 months while the results are visible from the very first days after the application. To keep the results as long as possible, we should avoid intense heat conditions in the area for the first few hours, such as the hair dryer, while rubbing the spot for the first twenty-four hours is a big No-No! In addition, standing up and avoiding strenuous physical exercise for the first 3 hours is a must.
For Hyaluronic Acid, the results can last from 6 months to 1 year. After the application, we do not need to pay attention to anything specific, just follow the instructions given to us by our doctor.
Which of the two treatments is more painless?
In both treatments, the use of a local anesthetic cream is an option, so their application is almost painless, but the thin needle used does not cause much discomfort anyway.
Especially in the injectable Hyaluronic acid, it is in the material and quantity of anesthetics so its application is more tolerated.
Fun fact!
Did you know that the Injectable Hyaluronic Acid is the only antidote to facial implants? If for some reason we are not happy with the result, we can apply Hyaluronidase to the area. It is a substance that breaks down hyaluronic acid into amino acids, which are absorbed by the body while the face returns to his original state.
Myths & truths
Myth # 1 - Botox and hyaluronic acid treatments can alter my facial features.
The truth - No! In fact, when applied correctly, no injectable treatment can do it. With the application of Botox and Hyaluronic acid, the goal is to improve the face and highlight it, without affecting its features.
Myth # 2 - If I stop taking Botox, aging will accelerate and my facial image will deteriorate.
The truth - If we stop the treatments with botulinum toxin, the face will slowly return to the state it was before the application, since the muscles will start to move normally, without accelerating the aging process.
Myth # 3 - Botox is only for people over 30 years old.
The truth - Botox treatment can be applied to younger people (baby botox), especially those who have a very expressive face. In this case, Botox works as a precaution since the wrinkles have not yet been etched on the skin!
In order to reach the right choice depending on our individual case, in addition to knowing exactly what each treatment offers, it is necessary to follow the guidance of a specialized doctor, who will evaluate the condition and suggest the appropriate treatment or even their combination, to achieve the desired result!
