Jeuveau, also known as Newtox, recently entered the cosmetic aesthetic market as a competitor to Botox Cosmetic. Like Botox, Jeaveau is a neurotoxin injectable that temporarily stops muscle contractions. As a result, it has a superior ability to smooth wrinkles, creases and furrows across many areas of the face.

In most ways, Jeaveau and Botox are similar. That’s because they both make use of the same active ingredient to achieve reduction of frown lines. Called Botulinum toxin, it’s a protein produced by Clostridium botulinum bacterium. 

There are a few differences between Jeuveau and Botox. That said, generally speaking, these differences will not impact treatment protocols, safety profile and/or aesthetic results. Specifically, they include:

1. Jeuveau is manufactured by Evolus, while Botox is manufactured by Allergan.
2. Botox has a proven track-record, having received FDA approval in 1989; whereas, Jeuveau came on the market in 2019.
3. Jeuveau is the only neurotoxin developed solely for cosmetic and aesthetic purposes. On the other hand, Botox has application for medical conditions, such as chronic migraines, overactive bladder and/or muscle spasticity.

Jeuveau received FDA approval for the reduction of moderate to severe glabellar lines in 2019. This approval was based on two clinical trials in the U.S with double-blind placebo studies. Both studies met their goal of reducing frown lines in a 30 day period. In the first, 65.7% of patients reported improved results, while 70.4% of patients in the second study achieved results. Previously to FDA approval in the U.S., Jeuveau was successfully launched in South Korea in 2014 under the name Nabota. 

You will begin to see results between 3-7 days after injection. Neurotoxins work to temporarily reduce wrinkles for 3-6 months, at which point additional treatment is warranted to maintain results. 

Risks, bad results and problems are less common than cosmetic surgery. In general, cosmetic injectables are considered safe and severe symptoms are rare. This is particularly true when administered in tiny amounts by a licensed professional. However, anytime you get injected, even for the flu shot,  minor swelling and bruising that usually subsides in a few days is possible. Injection complications happen occasionally, including rash symptoms. 

A neurotoxin treatment is a quick 10-20 minute procedure, which requires no incisions and makes use of super-fine needles. It’s generally considered easily tolerated, although, it’s important to note that individual responses to pain vary.

Because it’s a minimally-invasive alternative to cosmetic surgery, it usually comes with no downtime. Generally speaking, you can return to normal activity following treatment. It’s important to avoid strenuous exercise or lying down for four hours after treatment.

Gathering information about which neurotoxin injectable is right for you is important. And there’s another component to add to that equation — finding the best doctor or provider to administer the injectable. At Smooth Synergy®, our Medical Director, Dr. George Liakeas, has over 20 years experience administering injectables. He’s not only a trusted medical physician, but has a keen eye for aesthetics. He has a knack for understanding the face and knowing where to place product to make you look your best.  

Smooth Synergy® Medical Spa in New York City is pleased to offer the complete line of neurotoxins, including Botox, Dysport, Xeomin and Jeuveau. To find out which one is best for you, please contact an Expert in Beauty at 212-397-0111. We are here to listen to your skincare concerns, and create a customized treatment plan that meets your individual beauty needs.