By the time someone asks about DAXXIFY, they’ve usually watched the before-and-afters, compared forehead close-ups, and heard that it “lasts longer” than traditional neuromodulators. You probably know it’s used for frown lines. You might even know it’s FDA-approved. What you want now is a clear, grown-up conversation about how it fits into your face, your calendar, and your comfort level with skin injection procedures.
DAXXIFY is an injectable treatment for glabellar lines, the vertical frown lines between the brows caused by repeated muscle contractions. At Belladerma MedSpa in Toms River and Wall, NJ, we use it for patients seeking smoother skin and a more relaxed expression, with fewer visits across the year. Our team looks at your facial expressions, skin quality, and overall aesthetic goals, then builds a treatment plan that feels practical, not performative.
No extreme promises. Just targeted wrinkle reduction that supports a natural appearance and a quietly more youthful appearance.
DAXXIFY is a next-generation neuromodulator that uses botulinum toxin type A to soften dynamic wrinkles. Like Botox, it temporarily reduces muscle movement in specific areas so the overlying facial tissue creases less. The main difference is in the way the product is stabilized.
Instead of using human serum albumin as a carrier (common in some neuromodulators), DAXXIFY uses a peptide and Gram-positive bacterial proteins to help the medication stay where it needs to be. In clinical trials, many patients saw long-lasting results, often in the six to nine months range, though timing varies.
It’s currently FDA approved for moderate to severe glabellar lines, and in experienced hands can play a key role in upper-face facial rejuvenation.
Most people start with their “11s”—the lines between the brows that read as worried or tired. With the right dosing pattern, DAXXIFY can also support:
We’ll never push it into every area just because it exists. Instead, we map your facial wrinkles in motion and at rest, then decide where daxxify injections will help you achieve smoother skin and where leaving a bit of movement keeps your expressions honest.
If you’re also interested in dermal fillers for volume (for example, nasolabial folds or midface support), or in laser treatments, chemical peel options, or other med spa services, we can weave those into a longer-term plan.
Every time you frown, squint, or raise your brows, nerves send a signal to specific muscles. DAXXIFY blocks that signal at the nerve ending in the treatment site. The muscle stays healthy but contracts less. As those contractions ease, the skin creases less, and you see smooth lines and smoother skin.
This doesn’t happen immediately. Most patients notice early softening within a few days, with full effect around two weeks. Over time, the body breaks down the medication, and muscle movement gradually returns.
Because neuromodulators like DAXXIFY carry a boxed warning about the possible spread of toxin effect, we treat dosing and injection depth with care. The medication stays in the hands of medically trained injectors, not casual “injectors for the day.”
DAXXIFY may be a good fit if you:
During your initial consultation, we’ll review your medical history, including:
These details help us identify any possible risk and decide if you’re an ideal candidate for DAXXIFY or if another approach makes more sense.
A typical visit feels structured, not stressful. After your consultation, your injector will cleanse the skin and may apply a topical anesthetic or ice, depending on preference. The product is placed at carefully chosen points with a fine needle. You might feel brief pressure or a light sting at the injection site, but treatment is quick.
Most patients finish in under 20 minutes and walk out ready to get back to their day. You’ll be asked to avoid strenuous exercise, lying flat, or pressing on the treated area for the rest of that day immediately after your visit. Limiting alcoholic beverages and certain supplements before and after treatment can also reduce the chance of bruising, when medically appropriate.
For almost everyone, this falls under “lunch break” med spa treatments—real medicine, minimal disruption.
On average, many patients notice meaningful smoothing of glabellar lines and related wrinkles within one to two weeks. The goal isn’t a new face. It’s a calmer resting expression and younger-looking skin across the upper third of the face.
In clinical trials, a large group of patients seeking long-lasting wrinkle reduction maintained visible improvements for six to nine months, with some going longer. We’ll use those data as a reference point, then refine based on your actual daxxify results.
As movement slowly returns, patients return for maintenance. Your second or third visit often feels more precise, because by then we know exactly how your muscles respond and how your skin behaves.
Any skin injection procedures carry risks. With DAXXIFY, these can include:
Certain groups carry a higher risk for complications, including those with:
Because botulinum toxin products carry an FDA boxed warning, we take consent seriously. We’ll explain signs that would require medical attention and how soon to reach out if something feels off. If you’re on immunosuppressive therapy, long-term blood thinners, or have complex medical needs, we may coordinate with your other physicians before moving ahead.
We won’t promise zero risk. We will promise honest, clear safety conversations.
DAXXIFY handles expression lines. It doesn’t replace volume or skin-quality work. Many patients layer it with:
At the Godek Center for Personal Enhancement, Belladerma sits alongside full plastic surgery services, so your injector always has the full picture: facial structure, prior surgeries, and long-term plans. This setup supports natural appearance and steady facial rejuvenation, rather than one-off fixes.
Belladerma MedSpa is the aesthetic and skin-focused arm of a long-standing surgical practice in Toms River and Wall, NJ. Our aesthetic specialists work daily with neuromodulators, fillers, and advanced med spa technology. They’re supported by the experience of Christopher P. Godek, MD, FACS, a board-certified plastic surgeon whose practice has treated thousands of patients across Toms River, Wall Township, and the Jersey Shore.
This structure means your DAXXIFY treatment is never a stand-alone experiment. It’s part of a coordinated plan to protect your skin, respect your anatomy, and align with your aesthetic goals.
Both treat dynamic wrinkles from muscle contractions. DAXXIFY uses a different stabilizer and, for many patients, offers longer smoothing in the frown-line area. Your injector will help decide which fits your routine.
Most patients can apply light makeup a few hours later, as long as they avoid rubbing the treatment site. We’ll give you specific instructions before you leave.
Yes. It often pairs well with dermal fillers used in other areas of the face. We’ll separate or combine treatments based on your timing, anatomy, and risk for skin injury or bruising.
Patients with multiple severe allergies, certain neuromuscular conditions, or a history of severe reactions to botulinum toxin may not be good candidates. That’s why a full medical history review is part of every initial consultation.
It helps with motion-related lines. Wrinkles from extensive sun exposure often respond better to laser treatments, peels, or collagen-stimulating procedures. We can outline a plan that blends both.
DAXXIFY works at the nerve-muscle level, not in pigment cells. That said, if you have known pigmentation disorders, we’ll review them before treatment to avoid overlapping concerns with other procedures.
You can request a consultation today by calling our Toms River or Wall office, or using our online form. We’ll review your goals, outline possible side effects, and decide if DAXXIFY fits your long-term plan.
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