In February 2019, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a new neuromodulator called Jeuveau.
Botox has been the mainstay of antiaging injectables for so long that it’s easy to forget that there are other neurotoxin options. While Dysport and Xeomin have offered some competition, Botox has remained the gold standard for over 20 years.
However, all that may be about to change. In addition to being similar to Botox in terms of efficacy and safety, Jeuveau is also more affordable.
So, should you consider this new neurotoxin?
Continue reading for everything you need to know about Jeuveau in Reston, VA.
The first signs of aging can appear in your late 20s or early 30s as fine lines and wrinkles, especially around the eyes and forehead. You may choose to age gracefully or you may prefer to take action to slow the signs of aging. There are a variety of methods and treatments that can be used to maintain a youthful appearance.
Let’s start with the basics. What is a cosmetic injection? Cosmetic injections are minimally invasive procedures that target specific areas of the face. They can be used to relax or plump the skin, reducing the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines, and other signs of aging. Cosmetic injections are are most commonly neurotoxins or dermal filler, but there are other products hitting the market all the time that can address the signs of aging and enhance your appearance.
Jeuveau is an FDA-approved injectable treatment designed to relax and smooth glabellar lines, also known as 11’s or frown lines. It can also be used off-label for horizontal forehead lines, crow’s feet, and other moderate to severe facial wrinkles.
It has the distinction of being the first new neuromodulator to be introduced to the aesthetic market in nearly a decade. As a result, Jeuveau in Reston is poised to give Botox some stiff competition.
Jeuveau and Botox are both neuromodulators that reduce wrinkles by temporarily paralyzing targeted facial muscles. They’re molecularly identical and are both comprised of botulinum toxin type A (Botox is derived from onabotulinumtoxinA, and Jeuveau is derived from prabotulinumtoxinA). They will both give you the same basic outcome: smoother, younger-looking skin.
Accordingly, Jeuveau and Botox share the same efficacy and safety profiles, with similar risks and side effects. You may have swelling, bruising, or redness at the injection site, but these effects are temporary and typically don’t last more than a day or two.
With that being said, they are manufactured by different aesthetic companies and in different facilities. Additionally, Jeuveau is only indicated for cosmetic use, while Botox is cleared to treat a wide range of aesthetic as well as medical concerns.
Your dermatologist or injector will be able to help you determine which is the best cosmetic injectable for you.
The key advantage of Jeuveau in Reston, VA is its affordability – it’s estimated to offer a 20-30% price reduction in comparison to Botox.
As a result, Jeuveau has the potential to make anti-aging injectables more accessible and cost-friendly to a larger number of patients.
Many patients also find that Jeuveau “kicks in” faster and may last slightly longer than Botox. The best way to know which is best for you is to trial and error.
Jeuveau Reston is an excellent option for any patient who is looking for an alternative to Botox or those that are entirely new to neurotoxins.
In fact, Evolus, the company that manufacturers Jeuveau, is hoping to appeal to younger patients that have never undergone neurotoxin injections, but are beginning to consider them to combat wrinkles and lines. Jeuveau is known to be especially effective at targeting the glabellar lines, the vertical lines that can form between your brows when you frown.
If you would like additional information about Jeuveau in Reston, Northern Virginia, please contact our office today to schedule a consultation with board-certified dermatologist Dr. Morgana Colombo.