Our Easy Guide to Botox, Dysport, Xeomin & Daxxify From a Brooklyn Anti-Aging Provider
One of the most common questions clients ask at The Velvet Vial is:
“Why does my friend get more neurotoxin units than I do?”
And here’s the secret almost no one explains clearly:
Not all neurotoxin units are measured the same.
Whether you’re using Botox, Dysport, Xeomin, Jeuveau, or Daxxify, each brand has its own unit system. So the numbers on your treatment plan don’t translate one-to-one even if you’re treating the exact same area.
Let’s break this down in the simplest way possible so you never compare unit counts again.
Neurotoxin Units = Different Currencies
Imagine each brand is its own type of currency:
- Botox = dollars
- Dysport = pesos
- Xeomin = dollars (similar to Botox)
- Daxxify = luxury currency (lasting longer, but measured differently)
So the numbers on your treatment sheet might look drastically different depending on which one you choose.
For example:
- 20 units of Botox/Xeomin/Daxxify
≈ 50–60 units of Dysport
This doesn’t mean one is stronger, weaker, or better. It simply means they are weighed differently.
A Quick Breakdown of Each Neurotoxin
Botox
The “classic” neuromodulator
- Very precise and localized
- Onset: 4–7 days
- Best for: frown lines, crow’s feet, precise shaping
Dysport
- More diffusive spread
- Often kicks in faster
- Onset: 2–3 days
- Best for: larger areas like the forehead, soft “airbrushed” look
Xeomin
- Known as the “clean formula” because it contains no accessory proteins
- Acts similar to Botox
- Onset: 3–5 days
- Best for: clients who want simplicity or who have developed resistance to other neurotoxins
Daxxify
- Contains a peptide that helps the product bind more effectively
- Longest-lasting neurotoxin on the market (up to 6 months)
- Onset: 1–2 days
- Best for: clients wanting fewer appointments per year
Each one works beautifully when matched properly to your unique anatomy and expression patterns.
Why You Shouldn’t Compare Your Unit Count to Anyone Else’s
Even if you and your friend:
✔ are the same age
✔ have the same concerns
✔ get treated for the same area
You may still need different dosing. Why?
- Muscle strength varies
- Facial anatomy is individualized
- Metabolism differs person to person
- Your goals may be softer, more lifted, or longer lasting
- Different brands = different unit conversions
So if your friend got “more units,” that doesn’t mean you were under-treated — it just means you’re not using the same “currency.”
Which One Should YOU Choose?
Here at The Velvet Vial, we choose your neurotoxin based on:
✔ your muscle movement
✔ how quickly you want results
✔ how long you want them to last
✔ your expression habits
✔ your anatomy
✔ your aesthetic style (natural, sculpted, frozen, refreshed)
Your VIAL Scan™ helps map this out with precision so your treatment isn’t guesswork, it’s strategy.
Final Takeaway
Different neurotoxins = different units.
Different faces = different doses. But the goal is always the same: Smooth, soft, natural, effortless confidence.If you want to know which neurotoxin fits your skin, lifestyle, and expression style best, book your VIAL Scan™ consultation and let’s build the perfect anti-aging plan for you.
