Botox & Xeomin San Marcos

The Studio Med Spa is proud to offer both Botox and Xeomin. These injections are neuromodulators and they block certain chemical signals from the nerves, preventing specific muscles from contracting.  Essentially the injections slow down the use of those muscles, preventing lines from developing (or at least delaying the development of the lines).

Botox and Xeomin are primarily administered by Amanda Palmer, one of our highly-skilled Aesthetic RNs. Visit our About Us page to learn about our team.

What is Botox?

Botox is primarily used for its ability to temporarily reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. It is injected into specific facial muscles, causing them to relax and smooth out the skin. Common areas treated with Botox for cosmetic purposes include forehead lines, frown lines between the eyebrows (often referred to as "11 lines"), and crow's feet around the eyes.

What is Xeomin?

Xeomin is primarily used for reducing the appearance of facial wrinkles and fine lines, just like Botox. It is often used on the forehead, glabellar lines (the vertical lines between the eyebrows), and crow's feet.

One of the distinctions between Xeomin and some other botulinum toxin products, like Botox, is that Xeomin is formulated as a "naked" neurotoxin without additional proteins. This means that the body may have less of a chance to develop antibodies against the product, potentially leading to a prolonged effectiveness of Xeomin over time.

What is the Difference Between San Marcos Botox and Xeomin?

Xeomin and Botox are both neurotoxin treatments derived from botulinum toxin type A, and they share many similarities. However, there are also some differences between the two that are worth noting:

Formulation:

• Botox: Botox is formulated with botulinum toxin type A and additional complexing proteins. These proteins are believed to help protect the toxin and assist in its distribution within the body.
• Xeomin: Xeomin is formulated with just the purified botulinum toxin type A, without any complexing proteins. It is often referred to as a "naked" neurotoxin.

Storage and Preparation:

• Botox: Botox needs to be refrigerated before reconstitution and administration.
• Xeomin: Xeomin does not require refrigeration before reconstitution. This could simplify storage and shipping.

Antibody Formation:

• Botox: Some individuals may develop antibodies to the complexing proteins in Botox over time, potentially reducing its effectiveness in some cases.
• Xeomin: Because Xeomin lacks complexing proteins, the risk of developing antibodies to these proteins is eliminated. This could lead to a reduced likelihood of treatment resistance with repeated use.

Onset and Duration:

• Both Xeomin and Botox typically start showing effects within a few days to a week after treatment. The duration of effectiveness for both treatments is generally around 3 to 4 months. Individual responses may vary.

Approved Indications:

• Both Xeomin and Botox are approved for medical and cosmetic uses, including treating cervical dystonia, blepharospasm, chronic migraines, and certain types of muscle spasticity. They are also used for cosmetic purposes to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.



Dosage Equivalency:

• The dosage of Xeomin may be slightly different from that of Botox due to differences in formulation and potency. A healthcare professional will determine the appropriate dosage based on the specific treatment and individual needs.

One of the most common places Botox and Xeomin are used is around the forehead and glabellar area. Providers typically use these injections to temporarily relax the facial muscles that cause wrinkles in the forehead and around the eyes.

Botox, in particular, is also approved for the treatment of several conditions including migraines, TMJ and excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis). Botox can be used for problems areas such as hands, feet, chest, and groin. The injections help to block the neurotransmitters that tell the body to sweat. In fact, Botox injections have been shown to reduce underarm sweating by 82-87% with results lasting 4-13 months.

• TMJ Syndrome
• Teeth Grinding
• Mastoid Hypertrophy
• Chronic Migraine / Tension Headache
• Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating)