Xeomin is an injectable neurotoxin used to temporarily reduce targeted muscle activity that contributes to expression lines and wrinkles. At The Skin Chic in Virginia Beach, Xeomin treatment is customized according to your facial anatomy, natural movement, and aesthetic goals.

The goal isn't necessarily to eliminate expression. Your injector evaluates how your face moves and determines where treatment may create a smoother, more refreshed appearance while maintaining facial balance and the degree of movement you prefer.

Xeomin is one of several neurotoxin options available at The Skin Chic, alongside Botox and Dysport. Understanding the differences between these products—and how you respond to treatment—can help your injector determine which option is appropriate for you.

Xeomin is a prescription injectable treatment containing incobotulinumtoxinA, a botulinum toxin type A. Like other aesthetic neurotoxins, it temporarily reduces signaling to selected muscles to decrease the muscle activity responsible for certain dynamic wrinkles.

Xeomin is sometimes described as a more purified or “naked” neurotoxin because its formulation does not contain the accessory proteins found in some other botulinum toxin products. That difference in formulation doesn't automatically make Xeomin better than Botox or Dysport, but it is one characteristic that distinguishes the products.

The effects of Xeomin are temporary, with muscle activity gradually returning over time.

Xeomin is used aesthetically to soften selected expression lines caused by repeated facial muscle activity.

Neurotoxins are commonly associated with areas of the upper face where movements such as frowning, squinting, and raising the eyebrows contribute to visible lines. The appropriate treatment areas depend on your individual anatomy and goals.

Your injector considers muscle strength, facial symmetry, existing movement patterns, previous neurotoxin treatment, and how much movement you want to retain before determining placement and dosing.

Rather than treating every client according to the same injection pattern, the treatment is built around how your individual face moves.

Xeomin may be considered when repeated facial movement is contributing to expression lines you would like to soften.

Determining the source of the concern is important because not every wrinkle is primarily movement-related. Skin quality, collagen changes, sun damage, volume loss, and other factors can also contribute to visible lines.

When muscle movement is the primary factor, Xeomin or another neurotoxin may be appropriate. When the concern is related more to volume, pigmentation, texture, or skin laxity, a different treatment approach may make more sense.

Your injector can evaluate your face both at rest and during expression before recommending a treatment.

Xeomin, Botox, and Dysport are all botulinum toxin type A neurotoxins that temporarily reduce targeted muscle activity, but they are different products with different formulations.

Xeomin contains incobotulinumtoxinA and is formulated without the accessory proteins found in some other botulinum toxin products. Botox contains onabotulinumtoxinA, while Dysport contains abobotulinumtoxinA.

These formulation differences don't mean one neurotoxin is universally superior. Your treatment history, individual response, treatment area, injector recommendation, and aesthetic goals can all influence which product is selected.

It's also important to understand that units are not directly interchangeable among Xeomin, Botox, and Dysport. Unit numbers shouldn't be compared across the three products as though they represent identical doses.

If you've previously received one neurotoxin, your injector can discuss whether continuing with it or considering another option makes sense for you.

Xeomin and dermal filler are both injectable treatments, but they address different aspects of facial aging and appearance.

Xeomin reduces targeted muscle activity. Dermal filler adds or restores volume, structure, support, or contour.

A movement-related expression line may be better suited to a neurotoxin, while concerns involving volume loss or facial structure may call for filler. Some clients may benefit from both approaches, but one doesn't automatically require the other.

The important question isn't simply which injectable to choose. It's what is causing the concern you want to address.

Your appointment begins with an assessment of your facial anatomy, muscle movement, treatment history, concerns, and desired outcome.

Your injector can observe your face both at rest and during expression before determining the appropriate treatment areas, placement, and dosing strategy. Xeomin is then administered to the targeted areas according to your personalized treatment plan.

New clients can begin with an injectable consultation to discuss their goals and treatment options. The current injectable consultation fee is $75 and may be applied or waived according to The Skin Chic's current consultation policy.

Your injector will provide treatment-specific aftercare instructions and explain what to expect following your appointment.

*Prices are subject to change. Please view our treatment menu for current pricing.

Xeomin doesn't produce its full effect immediately after injection. Changes generally begin to appear within the first several days as activity in the targeted muscles decreases, with results continuing to develop afterward.

Individual response varies, so the exact onset and final appearance won't be identical for every client.

Allowing the treatment time to develop is important before evaluating the result. Your injector can provide guidance about your expected timeline and whether a follow-up evaluation is appropriate.

Xeomin is temporary, with aesthetic results commonly lasting approximately three to four months. Longevity varies by individual.

Treatment area, dose, muscle activity, metabolism, and individual response can all affect how long results remain noticeable.

There isn't one maintenance schedule that's appropriate for everyone. Your injector can help determine when another treatment may be appropriate based on how your results evolve and your preferences.

The Skin Chic currently prices Botox, Dysport, and Xeomin according to the number of neurotoxin units used.

Standard neurotoxin pricing is:
• 49 units and under — $14 per unit
• 50 units and over — $13 per unit

Beauty Vault neurotoxin pricing is:
• 49 units and under — $13 per unit
• 50 units and over — $12 per unit

Because units are not directly interchangeable among Xeomin, Botox, and Dysport, comparing these products based solely on per-unit pricing can be misleading. Your total cost depends on the product selected, treatment areas, dosing, and individualized treatment plan.

Pricing is current as of publication and is subject to change. Final pricing is based on your personalized treatment plan. Please refer to The Skin Chic treatment menu or online booking page for current pricing and availability.

Xeomin addresses targeted facial movement, while other aesthetic treatments address different concerns.

Dermal fillers can restore or enhance selected areas of volume and structure, while Sculptra stimulates collagen production progressively. Professional facials, laser treatments, and microneedling may be considered for appropriate concerns involving skin tone, texture, pigmentation, or collagen remodeling.

Receiving Xeomin doesn't mean you need these additional treatments. A personalized plan starts by identifying each concern and determining which treatment, if any, is appropriate for it.

Clients who incorporate neurotoxin treatments into their ongoing aesthetic routine can access preferred Xeomin pricing through The Beauty Vault membership.

Beauty Vault members currently pay $13 per unit for 49 units and under and $12 per unit for 50 units or more, compared with standard pricing of $14 and $13 per unit.

Beauty Vault membership is currently $300 per month, with credits available to use toward treatments at member pricing or skincare products. Additional benefits are available for select filler, Sculptra, facial, and laser treatments.

Membership pricing, benefits, and terms are current as of publication and are subject to change. Explore The Beauty Vault for complete membership details and current benefits.

Choosing a neurotoxin isn't simply a matter of selecting Botox, Dysport, or Xeomin from a menu. Your facial movement, muscle strength, treatment history, preferences, and aesthetic goals can all influence which product and treatment approach make sense for you.

At The Skin Chic, your injector evaluates those factors before developing an individualized treatment plan designed around your face and the degree of movement you want to retain.

Schedule an injectable consultation at The Skin Chic in Virginia Beach to determine whether Xeomin is an appropriate neurotoxin option for your goals.