Thread: All about Cosmetic injections

You: Star why are you doing this thread? Most of your clientele are people of color can we even get injections?

Me: YES. YOU CAN & YOU SHOULD (if you want) #prochoice

*added bonus: no one has to know that you did.

#nobodyaskedbut

Also, I don’t know who needs to hear this but let’s clear this up right here right now: BOTOX AND FILLER ARE NOT THE SAME THING.

But first, what are your preconceived notions about cosmetic injections?

Before I start, I have to get something off my chest that’s truly been tearing me up inside. @rihanna

The purpose of this thread is to explain the difference between Botox and filler, go over some of the top brands, common prices, things to look out for and to just generally help guide you in deciding if either would be a good choice for you

Botulinum toxin type A is an injectable neurotoxin. It’s made from a toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. I’m gonna be upfront cause why tip toe around or try to insult your intelligence— yes, it’s true that Botulinum is a form of poison BUT the dosage that is

used during a treatment is not and will never be high enough to harm you or your body. Treatments also don’t spread more then 2-3 centimeters once injected into your skin. It’s VERY LOCALIZED and when done by a skilled professional it is extremely safe.

This procedure works by having the neurotoxins attach itself to nerve endings. Once this happens, the neurotransmitter responsible for triggering muscle contractions, called acetylcholine, can’t be released.

Simply put, This procedure works by blocking the nerves in your body so that the muscles can’t contract. A lot of people see this as Freezing but Botox doesn’t freeze, it temporarily relaxes the muscle.

Botox is a desirable service for those who want to SMOOTH OUT expression lines in their face and forehead. That’s anything from your elevens, bunny ears, crows feet, to the lines in your forehead

Although it’s seen as a cosmetic surgery to the public it absolutely isn’t. This is one of the quickest procedures you’ll ever have done. NO surgery is required no downtime and again if done right no one will be able to tell you’ve had work done.

If you come across a tight face individual it is more then likely that he or she has had Way to much of the neurotoxin injected into their face. This causes that crazy stiff look and feel.

Aside from smoothing, Botox has been used by cosmetic surgeons and other licensed professionals for treatments that :

drop or lift the brows
Help control overproduction of sweat
Chronic migraines
Cervical dystonia - a neurological disorder that causes severe neck and shoulder muscle contractions

Ect...

**Botox DOES NOT go into your lips or your cheeks.

If you’re interested in getting the treatment done you’ll become familiar with one - all of these brands below:

BOTOX® Cosmetic
XEOMIN®
Dysport®
Jeuveau®

The difference between the brands have everything to do with purity. formulation, and what area of your face you are looking to treat. You’ll want to know which brand the med spa you’re going to uses because different dosage amounts will be specific to each.

Let’s hit some quick facts for each:

BOTOX® Cosmetic
is an approved prescription medicine by the FDA (since 4/2002)

is used to improve the look of moderate to severe frown lines between the eyebrows (glabellar lines) in adults for a short period of time (temporary)

is a prescription medicine that is injected into the area around the side of the eyes to improve the look of crow’s feet lines in adults for a short period of time (temporary)

is approved for treating forehead lines

results tend to show after 1 week

treatment typically lasts 3-6 months

XEOMIN®
is a Botox cosmetic alternative — approved by the US FDA for the treatment of adults with cervical dystonia or blepharospasm and Moderate to severe frown lines between the eyebrows

has no additives, just botulinum toxin type A

results tend to show after 1 week

has no additives, just botulinum toxin type A

typically lasts 3+ months

Dysport®

is a Botox cosmetic alternative — approved by the US FDA for the moderate to severe glabellar lines

Recommended dosage from the FDA for the treatment of glabellar lines is up to 50 units divided into five portions injected into the targeted area.

results tend to show 2-4 days after treatment

typically last 3-4 months

Jeuveau®

Jeuveau or prabotulinumtoxinA-xvfs
is a NEWER Botox cosmetic alternative — approved by the US FDA for the improvement in the appearance of moderate to severe glabellar lines associated with corrugator and/or procerus muscle activity in adult patients.

900kDa purified botulinum toxin type A.1

results after 2-3 days - a week after treatment

typically last 5-6 months

Pricing varies based on the amount of treatments necessary and the amount of units used but expect to pay $4-550 PER AREA. Botox is normally priced By the vial or unit.

Do you understand the concept of Botox a little more now after reading this thread?

Next up Filler

Neurotoxins temporarily relax
FILLER PLUMPS

Remember Neurotoxins (or Botox) works by having the neurotoxins attach itself to nerve endings. Once this happens, the neurotransmitter responsible for triggering muscle contractions, called acetylcholine, can’t be released.

Filler on the other hand, is a gel like substance that is injected beneath the skin to RESTORE LOST VOLUME, smooth lines, and soften creases, or enhance facial contours. The most common form of filler is hyaluronic acid — but it’s always going to be a synthetic version.

Again, note earlier that I mentioned that Botox does NOT go into your lips or your cheeks. Filler on the other hand does/can.

Filler is a desirable service for those who want to restore loss volume by adding plumpness to their cheeks and/ or lip area.

As I mentioned, Most of the time your area of choice is being injected with hyaluronic acid however that might not always be the case.

Some fillers are made with :

Calcium hydroxylapatite, which is a mineral-like compound found in bones.

Hyaluronic acid, which is found in some fluids and tissues in the body that add plumpness to the skin.

Polyalkylimide, a transparent gel that is compatible with the body.

Polylactic acid, which stimulates the skin to make more collagen.

Polymethyl-methacrylate microspheres (PMMA), a semi-permanent filler.

“There’s a semi permanent filler?!? I thought you said filler was temporary??”

Yes, there are some “permanent fillers” that work by creating a consistent plumping effect over time. This filler completely dissolves and starts to stimulate collagen production

With this particular filler, you’ll see immediate see results right after and then the filler will dissolve.

The two FDA approved permanent filler names to know are:

Sculptra® Aesthetic (approved in 1999)
Bellafill® (approved for the treatment of acne scars 2015)

Sculptra® Aesthetic Quick Facts:

FDA-approved injectable that helps gradually replace lost collage

approved to treat “smile lines”

This is made with biocompatible, biodegradable, synthetic material — poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) which is gradually and naturally absorbed

by the body and helps to rebuild lost collagen.

You’ll need 3-4 appointments *depending on the person.

results typically last up too 2 years.

Bellafill® Quick Facts:

is the only filler on the market approved in the U.S. for the correction of acne scars

is an injectable bovine collagen (sourced from calf) dermal filler with non-resorbable
polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) microspheres that provide structural support

to the skin. It also contains 0.3% of local anesthetic (lidocaine). The lidocaine in Bellafill helps to improve the comfort of the injection.

Bellafill is a dual-acting injectable dermal filler. First, the collagen gel in Bellafill provides
immediate volume and lift to correct the wrinkle and/or acne scar. The PMMA microspheres remain in place and create a base that provides structural support to the skin.

last up too 5 years

If you’re interested in filler but you’re not interested in permanet sources of treatment The non- permanent FDA approved “brand names” to become familiar with are:

RADIESSE®
Revanesse® VersaTM
juvéderm® volux
juvéderm®
belotero®
Juvéderm Voluma Xc

(Cont)

Restylane Lyft
Restylane Silk
BELOTERO BALANCE®
VOLBELLA®

These typically last 9-12 months

Post care instructions for Botox/Injections:

at home, make sure that all linens and pillowcases are changed

do not let pets on your bed or anywhere near treatment area. Pets can introduce bacteria or fungus to the area

if bacteria is present, you will usually notice around day 3-7. The treated area will feel hot to touch, red, or even flaky. in this case, call your spa immediately.

To reduce the chance of brushing, please avoid aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oils, red win, or vitamin E for...

24 hours after treatment.

minor bruising and or localized swelling at injection site may occur with any injection. Apply a light cool compress to the injected area immediately and up to 24 hours after injection to help reduce bruising and swelling.DONT PUT ICE DIRECTLY ON SKIN

Lip injections: cold compress may be used for discomfort but may increase swelling on the lips.

do not massage injected areas until at least 24 hours after treatment

Please do NOT fall for too good to be true offers. When looking for an a place to get treatment remember that the saying “too good to be true” is accurate — you’re injections can be expensive, doctors and spas typically spend
$200-$300 per surenge on each

Neurotoxin/ derma filler. Getting your injections done for $80-$100 is a good way to know that you’re in the presence of a scammer who is probably injecting something harmful in your body that cause you to lose limbs and die.

Please also keep in mind:

NOT ALL DOCTORS ARE ABLE TO GIVE YOU INJECTIONS. YOU SHOULD ONLY BE GETTING INJECTIONS FROM A MED SPA WITH A GREAT REPUTATION, STATE BOARD CERTIFIED COSMETIC SURGEONS, or TRAINED NURSES (because nurses don’t just come trained just like doctors don’t.)