Injectables refer to any type of treatment that is administered via an injection. Common types of injectables include Botox, dermal fillers and Kybella. There are many different kinds of injectables, each with their own distinct use. Commonly used in elective procedures, injectables can enhance a person’s aesthetics and improve their overall appearance, reducing the semblance of wrinkles and fine lines and providing a more youthful look.

Injectables are also used in medically necessary treatments. For example, the active ingredient in Botox, botulinum toxin, is used to treat muscle spasms and other muscle irregularities, as the toxin hinders muscle movement, effectively paralyzing it.

Injectables that contain hyaluronic acid are used to invoke the production of collagen and elastin and have both elective and medical uses.

The effects of dermal fillers depend on a variety of factors, including what type of filler was used and how much, the client’s individual physiology and lifestyle factors, such as physical activity and sun exposure. However, on average, effects from injectable fillers can last anywhere between three months and two years. As this is a big variance, ask your med spa specialist how long the treatment will likely last for you. In general, botulinum toxin treatments, such as Botox and Xeomin, last around two to four months, while hyaluronic acid fillers last around 12 to 18 months.

There are a variety of different injectable fillers, each with their own unique use. This includes:

Botulinum Toxin — These injectables include Botox, Jeuveau, Xeomin and Dysport and are commonly used to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines and relax the muscles, minimizing wrinkles and folds in flexed facial expressions.

Hyaluronic Acid — Hyaluronic acid is one of the most popular dermal fillers on the market. This includes names like Juvederm and Restylane. This acid is naturally occurring in the human body, with high concentrations found in soft tissues like cartilage, in joint fluids and in the fluid surrounding the eyes.

Hyaluronic acid injections can be used to improve the contour of the skin and reduce unevenness due to aging, scars or injury. It is also used to treat aching joints in arthritis patients. Some of the most popular treated conditions include:

– Cheek depressions
– Crow’s feet at the corner of your eyes
– Deep smile lines that run from the side of the nose to corners of the mouth (also known as nasolabial furrows)
– Frown lines between the eyebrows
– Marionette lines at the corners of the mouth
– Redefining lip border
– Scars including burns, wounds and acne
– Acne scars
– Nasolabial folds
– Forehead lines

Fillers can be injected in nearly any area of the body, although are most commonly administered in the face, including the cheeks, lips and forehead, hands, and neck. While elective procedures typically stay within these areas, medical uses can be injected in any problem area.
 
If you or someone you know is looking for top-rated injectables, come to On The Glow Aesthetics MedSpa today! Our kind and compassionate professionals are experienced in administering a wide variety of injections and can help you reach your aesthetic goals. For more information, call our office and get in touch with a member of our specialist team. To book an appointment, visit our website or speak with us over the phone today. We serve patients from Porter Ranch CA, Northridge CA, Simi Valley CA, Granda Hills CA, Chatsworth CA, and surrounding areas.