Wrinkle relaxers explained:
Botox, Dysport, Xeomin, Letybo & Daxxify.
Botox is the name people search most often, but it is only one brand in the wrinkle relaxer category. This guide explains how neuromodulators work, how products may differ, what they can treat, and why price-per-unit comparisons can be misleading.
Educational resource: Eternal MedSpa offers Botox, Dysport, Xeomin, and Letybo. Daxxify is included here for education because guests may hear about it when researching wrinkle relaxers; product availability may vary.
Wrinkle Relaxer Basics
Botox is a brand.
Wrinkle relaxer is the category.
Wrinkle relaxers are injectable neuromodulators that temporarily relax targeted muscles. They are commonly used to soften movement-related lines — the lines that form when you frown, raise your eyebrows, squint, smile, clench, or animate.
Botox is the most recognized brand name in this category, but it is not the only option. Other neuromodulators include Dysport, Xeomin, Letybo, and Daxxify. They all work by reducing targeted muscle activity, but they may differ in formulation, onset, spread, duration, dosing, and how an individual responds.
What they do
- Temporarily relax selected facial, jaw, or neck muscles.
- Soften dynamic wrinkles caused by repeated expression.
- Support a more refreshed appearance without adding volume.
- Help prevent some movement-related lines from becoming deeper over time.
What they do not do
- They do not replace dermal filler for volume loss or contour.
- They do not treat pigment, redness, sun damage, or texture the way lasers and skincare can.
- They do not produce permanent results.
- They do not guarantee an identical response from one person to another.
Product Comparison
Same category.
Different personalities.
All wrinkle relaxers reduce targeted muscle activity, but they do not feel identical in practice. Your provider helps select the right option based on your goals, history, anatomy, and desired timing.
Botox
The best-known neuromodulator brand and a widely used option for frown lines, forehead lines, and crow’s feet.
Dysport
Often discussed for broader movement areas and a different unit scale. Price-per-unit comparisons can be misleading.
Xeomin
A neuromodulator without accessory proteins, often described as a “naked” formulation.
Letybo
A wrinkle relaxer option used for natural-looking softening in appropriate candidates. Eternal uses transparent value positioning for Letybo.
Daxxify
A longer-duration neuromodulator you may hear about while researching. Included here for education; availability varies by practice.
Product availability note: Eternal MedSpa currently offers Botox, Dysport, Xeomin, and Letybo. Daxxify is included in this guide to help guests understand the broader wrinkle relaxer category and make informed comparisons.
Price-Per-Unit Caution
Cheaper per unit
does not always mean cheaper treatment.
Wrinkle relaxer products do not all use the same unit scale. Comparing only the advertised price per unit can create confusion, especially with Dysport.
Total Treatment Cost
The better comparison is total treatment cost for the recommended area and dose, not just the advertised unit price.
Dysport Conversion
Dysport units are not one-to-one with Botox units. A common rule of thumb is roughly 2.5–3 Dysport units for a similar effect to 1 Botox unit, but providers individualize dosing.
Provider Judgment
Placement, dose, anatomy, symmetry, muscle strength, desired movement, and follow-up planning matter more than chasing the lowest unit price.
Booking intent: This guide is educational. For Eternal’s current tox pricing and product menu, use the Wrinkle Relaxers service page.
Treatment Areas
Where wrinkle relaxers
are commonly used.
Your provider will evaluate facial movement, muscle strength, asymmetry, and goals before recommending treatment areas.
Frown Lines / 11s
Vertical lines between the brows caused by frowning, squinting, or concentrating.
Forehead Lines
Horizontal lines caused by lifting the brows.
Crow’s Feet
Fine lines at the outer corners of the eyes from smiling or squinting.
Masseters
May support jawline slimming or jaw muscle concerns in appropriate candidates.
Candidate Guide
The right product starts
with the right assessment.
The best wrinkle relaxer choice depends on more than a brand name. Anatomy, goals, muscle strength, prior treatment history, timing, and budget all matter.
First-Time Guests
Start conservatively. Your provider can help you understand options, dosing, onset, and how to avoid an overdone look.
Start Finder →Returning Guests
If you have used Botox, Dysport, Xeomin, Letybo, or Daxxify before, share your history and response during consultation.
Book Tox →Not Sure?
Your provider may recommend tox, filler, microneedling, laser, skincare, or a combination plan depending on your goal.
Consultation →Treatment Process
What happens during
a wrinkle relaxer appointment?
Every appointment should begin with assessment, not assumption.
Consult
Discuss goals, medical history, prior tox, and areas of concern.
Assess
Your provider observes movement, muscle strength, asymmetry, and anatomy.
Choose Product
Product, dose, and injection points are selected based on your goals and clinical fit.
Treat
Small amounts are injected into targeted muscles with a fine needle.
Aftercare
You receive guidance on what to avoid and when to expect results.
Results Timeline
Results build gradually.
Timing varies by product.
Onset and duration vary by product, dose, treatment area, metabolism, and individual response.
| Timing | What To Expect | Helpful Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Same Day | Small bumps, redness, mild swelling, tenderness, or pinpoint marks at injection sites may appear briefly. | Most guests resume normal daily activity quickly. Bruising is possible with any injectable treatment. |
| 1–3 Days | Redness and swelling typically settle quickly, while bruising, if it occurs, may take longer to fade. | Avoid rubbing, massage, intense heat, and strenuous exercise as directed by your provider. |
| 3–7 Days | Initial softening may begin for many products and guests. | Onset varies by product and individual response. |
| 10–14 Days | Full results are commonly assessed around this window. | This is the best time to evaluate final effect. |
| 3–4+ Months | Many guests return for maintenance around this range. | Daxxify is marketed for longer duration, but individual duration varies. |
Aftercare
What to do after wrinkle relaxers
and what to avoid.
Your provider will give instructions specific to your treatment. After wrinkle relaxer injections, temporary redness, mild swelling, small injection-site bumps, tenderness, pinpoint marks, or bruising can occur. These effects are usually short-lived, but bruising can take longer to fade.
General aftercare often includes:
- Remain upright for several hours after treatment unless your provider tells you otherwise.
- Avoid rubbing or massaging treated areas for the first day.
- Avoid strenuous exercise, saunas, hot yoga, or heavy sweating for about 24 hours.
- Avoid facials, facial massage, or aggressive skin treatments until cleared.
- Contact the practice if swelling, pain, bruising, asymmetry, or any symptom feels unusual, worsening, or concerning.
Bruising note: Bruising can happen even with excellent technique because injections involve a needle and small blood vessels may be present beneath the skin. Tell your provider about blood thinners, supplements, recent alcohol use, medical history, or previous bruising tendencies before treatment.
Related Treatments
Wrinkle relaxers work best
as part of a plan.
Depending on your goals, your provider may recommend pairing or sequencing wrinkle relaxers with other treatments.
Dermal Fillers
Support volume, contour, lips, and facial balancing.
Explore Fillers →Microneedling
Support collagen, texture, and skin quality.
Explore Microneedling →IPL + Laser
Address tone, redness, sun damage, and skin quality.
Explore IPL →Skincare
Maintain results and support everyday skin health.
Explore Skincare →Common Questions
Wrinkle relaxer FAQs.
Clear answers before you book.
Is Botox the same as a wrinkle relaxer?
Which wrinkle relaxer is best?
Why is price per unit sometimes misleading?
When will I see results?
What can happen right after injection?
How long do wrinkle relaxers last?
How do I book wrinkle relaxers at Eternal MedSpa?
Ready To Book?
Use the guide.
Then choose your path.
Visit the Wrinkle Relaxers service page to reserve treatment or start with the Treatment Finder if you are not sure which product or treatment category is right for you.