“Do I need Botox or fillers?” – we hear this question often. Both treatments are minimally invasive, but they work in completely different ways. Here is the simple overview.
The key difference
- Botulinum toxin relaxes muscles. It smooths wrinkles caused by movement – such as forehead lines, frown lines or crow’s feet.
- Hyaluronic acid (fillers) adds volume and contour. It cushions and defines – such as lips, cheeks, jawline or the tear trough.
In short: botulinum toxin for movement wrinkles, fillers for volume and shape.
When does botulinum toxin make sense?
If wrinkles appear mainly with expression – when frowning or smiling – a treatment with botulinum toxin is usually the right path. It takes effect after a few days and lasts about three to six months. Learn more: wrinkle treatment with botulinum toxin.
When do fillers make sense?
If it’s about volume loss, contour or resting folds – for example thinning lips, flattened cheeks or the nasolabial fold – hyaluronic acid is the right choice. The result is visible immediately and lasts 6 to 18 months depending on the area. Learn more: hyaluronic-acid fillers.
Can you combine both?
Yes – the two methods often complement each other. A relaxed forehead (botulinum toxin) and defined contours (fillers) can together create a particularly harmonious, natural-looking result. What makes sense for you we clarify honestly in the free consultation – and sometimes the recommendation is simply: less is more.
This information does not replace a personal medical consultation.