When searching for Botox alternatives, many new patients are surprised to learn that Two Chicks Aesthetics in Port Jefferson does not carry the Botox® brand. Instead, our practice specializes in four FDA-approved neuromodulators that many providers consider to be superior Botox alternatives: Jeuveau, Dysport, Daxxify, and Xeomin.
This post explains why we made this deliberate choice and how these Botox alternatives can provide even more tailored results for your specific skin goals.
Why Choose Botox Alternatives?
Botox is a brand name. Allergan, now part of AbbVie, manufactures Botox Cosmetic, which is a botulinum toxin type A formulation. It was the first neuromodulator approved by the FDA for cosmetic use in the United States and remains the highest-recognition brand in the category. However, the word Botox has become a colloquial term for all neuromodulator treatments in the same way that Kleenex refers to all facial tissues. Botox is not a generic term. Modern Botox alternatives offer unique clinical profiles, such as faster onset or longer duration that allow our nurse-led team to customize your treatment more precisely than a one-size-fits-all brand.
Exploring the 4 Best Botox Alternatives
Two Chicks Aesthetics made a deliberate formulary decision. The practice evaluated the available FDA-approved neuromodulators and chose to offer four alternatives that the clinical team felt offered patients strong options in terms of onset profile, duration, purity, and clinical track record.
Jeuveau was selected in part for its high-purity 900 kDa formulation and precise dosing characteristics.Often called “Newtox,” this is one of the most popular Botox alternatives for a crisp, high-purity result in the forehead. Dysport was selected for its long clinical history and faster onset profile. Daxxify was selected for its extended duration data, which is clinically relevant for patients who want longer intervals between appointments. The longest-lasting of the Botox alternatives, with results often spanning 6 to 9 months.Xeomin was selected for patients who may have developed resistance to other neuromodulators or who prefer a formulation free of accessory proteins.
Patients who specifically require Botox brand for a documented medical reason are advised to seek treatment at a practice that carries it. For the large majority of patients, the four brands at Two Chicks cover every clinical scenario and patient profile.
Are the Results of Botox Alternatives Different?
From a patient’s perspective, the end goal is the same: smoothing dynamic wrinkles. These Botox alternatives all use botulinum toxin type A. The difference lies in the “clinical behavior”—how quickly they start working and how long they stay. By utilizing various Botox alternatives, we can choose the specific product that moves best with your unique facial expressions.
Jeuveau, Dysport, Daxxify, and Xeomin: A Side-by-Side Overview
- Jeuveau: 900 kDa high-purity formulation by Evolus. Consistent onset within 2 to 3 days. Duration of 3 to 5 months. Preferred for precise treatment of forehead and glabellar lines.
- Dysport: Made by Galderma. One of the fastest-onset neuromodulators, often visible at 1 to 2 days. Broader diffusion profile. Duration of 3 to 5 months.
- Daxxify: Made by Revance. Peptide-stabilized, no human serum albumin. Phase 3 trials showed a median duration of approximately 6 months, with some patients achieving 9 months. Ideal for patients seeking longer intervals.
- Xeomin: Made by Merz. Formulated without accessory proteins, reducing the theoretical risk of neutralizing antibody formation. Good option for patients with a history of reduced response to other neuromodulators.
What to Tell Your Provider During Consultation
If you have had wrinkle relaxer treatments elsewhere and have a sense of which brand worked well for you, or which did not, share that information at your consultation. Prior treatment history, including brand, dose, and how long results lasted, is clinically useful information that helps your provider make the best recommendation from among the four options Two Chicks carries.
If you have never had a neuromodulator treatment before, your provider will make a recommendation based on your anatomy, treatment area, and goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get Botox at Two Chicks Aesthetics?
No. Two Chicks Aesthetics does not carry the Botox brand. The practice offers wrinkle relaxer treatments using Jeuveau, Dysport, Daxxify, and Xeomin, all of which are FDA-approved botulinum toxin type A neuromodulators. For most patients, the clinical results are equivalent to Botox when properly administered by a trained provider.
Is Jeuveau the same as Botox?
They are not the same product. Both are FDA-approved botulinum toxin type A neuromodulators, but they are manufactured by different companies with different formulations. Jeuveau is manufactured by Evolus with a high-purity 900 kDa formulation. The clinical mechanism is the same, and trained providers consider them to be comparable in terms of the patient result for most treatment areas.
Is Daxxify better than Botox?
Daxxify differs from Botox in its duration profile. Phase 3 clinical trial data for Daxxify showed longer median duration than what is typically reported for Botox in most trials. Whether that makes it better depends on what you prioritize. For patients who want longer intervals between appointments, Daxxify’s duration profile is a meaningful advantage. Your provider will discuss the right fit for you at your consultation.
What if I had a bad experience with a different brand and want to try something new?
Your treatment history is important information. Bring as much detail as you can to your consultation: which brand was used, the treatment area, approximate dose if you know it, and what you did or did not like about the result. This helps your provider at Two Chicks select the most appropriate brand from the four they carry and adjust dosing accordingly.
If you are looking for a wrinkle relaxer treatment and are open to brands beyond Botox, Two Chicks Aesthetics in Port Jefferson has four FDA-approved options to discuss with you. schedule your $50 Aesthetic Consultation online or call (631) 432-5021.