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What Is the Injectable Xeomin and How Does It Compare to Botox?
So why is this a big deal now, even though it’s not that new to the market?
Other than a celebrity endorsement, Xeomin touts a “cleaner” version of an injectable—one that lacks “unnecessary proteins” as Gwyneth puts it.
But the big question remains: is it as effective as Botox?
Let’s take a look and find out…
What Is Xeomin?
Xeomin®
(incobotulinumtoxinA)—a purified anti-wrinkle injection that lacks unnecessary proteins—is FDA-approved and owned by Merz Pharmaceuticals.
The company does acknowledge with a disclaimer that, “*Studies have not been performed to determine whether the presence or absence of accessory proteins has a long-term effect on safety or efficacy.”
Xeomin is also FDA-approved for the treatment of adults with cervical dystonia (involuntary contraction of the neck muscles) and blepharospasm (abnormal contraction of eyelid muscles).
How Does Xeomin Compare to Botox?
This anti-wrinkle injectable may have the same efficacy as Botox—even without the added proteins.
It has a lot of the same effects as Botox—
• Relaxes facial muscles, so lines are softened
• Results last 3-6 months
• In-office visit is less then 30 minutes, especially if you’re familiar with injectables
Differences between Xeomin vs. Botox—
• Because Xeomin lacks extra proteins it may be less allergenic than Botox, but no studies have proven that theory, yet.
• Xeomin cost is comparable to Botox
but may be slightly lower. Please check with your local medical spa for exact pricing.
• Xeomin does not need refrigeration prior to use (like Botox does) and this may help simplify the delivery of this product.
Even though Xeomin and Botox have similarities and differences, each are still made up of the same botulinum toxin—with or without added proteins.
Whether these added proteins are necessary or not, the jury’s still out.
It’s nice to know this is an option for anti-aging and anyone who wants to try this version of injectables for making those 11’s (vertical lines between the eyebrows) and crow’s feet look super smooth!
If you want more information about Xeomin and if it’s right for you, Renew Medical Spa does offer this injectable and we’d be happy to help you customize a skincare plan just for you!
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