How to Choose the Right Injectable: Botox, Juvederm, or Belotero?
If you’ve been thinking about smoothing lines or restoring volume, you’ve probably heard of injectables like Botox, Juvéderm, and Belotero. But with so many options, it can be hard to know which one’s right for you. Choosing the right injectable really just requires understanding what each treatment does and how it fits your personal goals.
Botox
- Best for: Expression lines (forehead, crow’s feet, frown lines, etc.)
- How it works: Botox temporarily relaxes the muscles that cause fine lines and wrinkles from repeated facial movements. By reducing that muscle activity, the skin above those muscles smooths out.
You’ll still look like yourself, just a little more refreshed. You’ll usually see results within a few days, and they last three to four months.
Botox is a good option if your main concern is treating dynamic wrinkles. It doesn’t add volume or fill deep lines. It just helps keep new ones from forming while softening the ones you already have.
Juvéderm
- Best for: This works well for lips, cheeks, jawline, and deeper facial folds
- How it works: Juvéderm is a family of dermal fillers made from hyaluronic acid, a substance your body naturally produces to keep skin hydrated.
It’s used to restore lost volume or reduce contour loss, which is good if you’ve noticed thinning lips, hollow cheeks, or deeper smile lines. Note that you’ll find several formulations available to help address specific concerns you might have.
The results are immediate. While they’re not permanent, they do last between six months and a year, depending on the formula and treatment area.
Belotero
- Best for: Fine lines and delicate areas like under the eyes or around the mouth
- How it works: Belotero is also a hyaluronic acid filler, but it’s very effective for treating subtle lines and areas where thicker fillers might look uneven.
It’s often used for lip lines, fine wrinkles around the eyes, and minor surface corrections where a soft, natural result matters most.
Belotero gives you a refreshed look without adding noticeable volume. It’s the choice for when you want to look rested, not “filled.”
Choosing What’s Right for You
Each injectable has its own strength:
- Botox relaxes movement lines.
- Juvéderm restores shape and structure.
- Belotero refines fine details.
The best results often come from a combination approach, guided by a trained medical provider who understands facial anatomy and symmetry. At Beauty and Body by Mia, every treatment plan is based on factors like muscle activity, skin texture, and where volume loss is most noticeable before recommending a plan.
When performed by experienced hands, these treatments can work together to create a natural, balanced look that enhances your features instead of changing them.
You don’t have to guess which one fits your goals. With a personalized consultation, you’ll get a clear plan tailored to your skin, your structure, and your comfort level.