Not Frozen, Not Fake: The Truth About Botox®, Dysport®, and Dermal Fillers

Medical Aesthetic Myths

You want to get some anti-aging work done, but you’re haunted by “Botched” and discussions of so-and-so's recent over-the-top fillers. How many movies and TV shows have used the Botox® frozen face myth to get a laugh? Countless!

Do these horror stories make you hesitate when it comes to following through with that beauty treatment you want? We definitely understand and are here to put you at ease with some of the misconceptions that are flying around; remember, the entertainment industry is meant to do just that, entertain, so they’ll use whatever stereotype that might be out there to get a laugh or make a dramatic statement.

At Secret Faces, we provide self-care, and results that look so natural and seamless that we promise to keep your skincare secret.

Don’t let the extreme depictions provided for entertainment colour your understanding of medical aesthetic treatments as a whole. It’s important to learn who to go to and what to look for to get natural-looking results.

The “Fillers look fake” myth and the “Botox® frozen face” myth don’t actually have much truth to them in reality, particularly not with modern treatments and qualified practitioners.

I Think I Want Fillers, But I’m Nervous…

Are fillers safe? Will Botox® make my forehead look frozen? What if I don’t like how I look afterwards?

These are all valid questions, and a lot of them probably stem from the frequent use of Botox® and similar fillers as a punchline. There are way more people out there who’ve had fillers, and who continue to get them, and you’d never know it. We don’t often talk about a Botox® job well done because people don’t find it entertaining.

Given the many myths that need busting, you may have valid concerns about these beauty treatments.

Are Fillers Safe?

Yes! Fillers are safe.

Food, makeup, medications, and yes, aesthetic materials must be graded as safe by government bodies before they are legally allowed to hit the market and be sold in shops and clinics. A qualified provider would not use unsafe materials for fear of having their licence to practice revoked.

Fillers are produced with high safety standards. The only individuals who should not use them are those who are pregnant or breastfeeding, and people with certain specific neurological diseases. This is something you’d discuss with your medical aesthetics provider beforehand. 

Will Botox® Make My Forehead Look Frozen?

If you go to an experienced and accredited provider, no.

The frozen look tends to occur when the provider injects too much Botox® or injects it in the incorrect area. Thus, if you have a trained and experienced provider, you won’t run into this problem.

You may feel a bit of numbness immediately after treatment, but that is likely due to the lidocaine we use to reduce discomfort. That will wear off soon after treatment.

What if I Don’t Like How I Look After?

There’s a small chance that you may not like the results of your aesthetic treatment; this is rare, but of course possible. So what would you do?

First, take a deep breath and remember that Botox®, Dysport®, and fillers aren’t permanent. They will dissolve in a few months to a year, depending on the treatment you received. If, for some reason, your lip fillers don’t feel right, remember that they won’t always be there, kind of like a bad haircut, it’ll “grow out”. This should provide you with some comfort for the long term.

The next step would be to call your aesthetician and let them know what you’re struggling with. They may suggest some facial balancing, or ways for you to feel more satisfied with your results, or give you some insights into how long it’ll be before the results are actually finalized if you’re struggling immediately after treatment.

A good provider wants you to feel confident about the service you received, and wants to work with you before, during, and after treatment to look your best.

That’s why it’s so important to find the right provider. So, we always suggest…

To Get The Look You Want, Do Your Research

If you want a new hairstyle or a dye job and don’t have a stylist who can do it, what do you do?

1: You look for a stylist who has a good reputation and who has the skills.

2: Once you’ve made an appointment, you and the stylist consult over what you want, and make sure that it’ll complement you. The stylist may offer their expertise and suggest tweaks to your idea.

3: Before the scissors come out, you confirm what’s going to happen and that everyone is comfortable with the plan. You ensure that the salon is clean and hygienic.

You’re building a relationship with a trusted service provider whom you’ve consulted with about the service.

In this way, dermal fillers, Botox®, and Dysport® treatments are similar in nature to a new hairstyle:

1. You want to find a qualified person who has a good reputation.

2. You want to know that their space and equipment is clean to the highest standard

3. You want to know that every step of the way, that person wants to provide you the service that you envisioned, or better, and is willing to offer their expertise in doing so.

When you decide to explore dermal fillers, or Botox®, you should be asking yourself, or Google, “Who is the best injector near me?”

Put at least as much time into finding a medical aesthetics technician as you would a hairstylist. Luckily, you’ve found Secret Faces! Nurse Darlene is a well-reviewed, highly qualified Registered Nurse with many years of experience in providing beauty treatments.

The Truth About Botox®, Dysport® and Fillers

They’re just another tool in your beauty toolkit. That’s it. It’s really not as sensational as it’s made out to be. The people who are using these products span from people in their 20s looking for preventative Botox® to senior citizens, and are from all gender groups.

Like we said, there are loads of people using fillers, you just wouldn’t know because people aren’t often advertising their job well done—they’re keeping it on the down low. That’s why our boutique is called Secret Faces after all, because unless you tell them, no one will know you’ve got fillers.   

What’s Used For What?

You’re probably curious about what all of these different products are for.

Botox® and Dysport® are both neurotoxins, and of course, fillers are a broad category that contains several products such as Saypha.

If you’re wondering, Botox® vs Dysport®: differences, what’s better, etc., it’s easy enough to determine a) via consultation, but also b) if you know what they specifically do.

Botox® is approved for use in areas all over and doesn’t spread out as much as Dysport® does. That means that it’s good for precision work. Areas you might treat with Botox span from marionette lines (aka nasolabial folds), crows' feet, forehead lines, and the list goes on.

Dysport® has only been approved for use in specific areas of the face due to how it spreads out after injection. It is specifically used on severe forehead lines, particularly frown lines (11s), severity is judged by the expert you are working with.

Fillers are all the rest. They plump, fill in wrinkles, and contour areas that may have sagged, or that otherwise need it.

For instance, a tear trough filler would reduce dark circles and hollowness under the eyes. If you wanted to get lip augmentation done, you’d likely turn to lip filler.

So now if you’re going “neurotoxin vs filler,” you can make a better informed choice. To dispel myths about fillers and similar products, it’s important to understand what they are actually used for.

It’s Not Just For Rich People

Treatment from a great provider isn’t going to be cheap. Do you want the person injecting material into your face to be bargain basement? Like tattoos, elaborate hair styles, and cute outfits, you may need to save up for Botox®, Dysport®, or fillers, but if the result gives you the desired outcome and makes you feel good, then isn't it worth it?

You’ll only know if you can swing it by having a consultation with Darlene to discuss what you are looking to achieve and the cost of the procedure. With that information, you can make an informed decision if Botox®/Dysport® or Dermal Fillers are affordable for you.

Hey, it’s still cheaper than a facelift!

It Was A Medical Treatment First

Botox® wasn’t originally intended to be an aesthetic treatment; it was intended to be a medical treatment. In 2011, Health Canada approved the use of Botox to treat chronic migraine. The clinical trials proved its efficacy and safety.

We now know that Botox® can be offered as a treatment for people with chronic migraines, for heavy sweating, neck spasms, overactive bladder symptoms, and in some cases, chronic jaw clenching. 

Better Informed About Botox®, Dysport®, and Dermal Fillers

Now that you know just how dramatic your favourite TV shows and movies can be when it comes to Botox®, Dysport®, and Dermal Fillers, you don’t have to be nervous about making that free consultation appointment for your personalized skincare treatment. Make sure you find a qualified practitioner, and know that your beauty goals are just as unique as you are. When you visit Nurse Darlene, she will ensure that you have all the facts and understanding that you need so you can add these beauty treatments to your skincare routine.

Secret Faces Oakville is your neighbourhood aesthetics boutique that specializes in Botox®, Dysport®, Dermal Fillers, non-invasive injectables, hair loss treatment, and medical-grade products and services, all backed by a Registered Nurse.

The best part?

Our results are so natural…you can keep them a secret.

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