Restylane® vs. BOTOX® Cosmetic: Which One Do You Need?

Fine lines and volume loss can sneak up faster than expected. If you’ve ever caught your reflection and wondered when those wrinkles or sagging areas showed up, you’re not alone – and you’re certainly not without options.

Restylane® and BOTOX® Cosmetic are two of the most popular nonsurgical solutions for facial rejuvenation. How do you know which one is right for you?

At Lombardo Cosmetic Surgery in Palm Springs, patients benefit from the artistic eye and skill of Dr. Maria Lombardo, a board-certified general surgeon and Fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons. Her refined aesthetic sense and clinical expertise can help you choose the most effective treatment.

What Is BOTOX Cosmetic?

BOTOX Cosmetic is a purified protein that relaxes targeted muscles to reduce the appearance of expression lines. It’s especially useful for treating:

• Crow’s feet around the eyes
• Frown lines between the eyebrows (also called “11s”)
• Horizontal forehead lines

This injectable temporarily stops muscle contractions, giving the overlying skin a smoother look. Most people begin seeing results within 3–5 days, with effects lasting about 3–4 months.

What Is Restylane?

Restylane is a dermal filler made from hyaluronic acid, a substance your body naturally produces. It adds volume under the skin, making it ideal for:

• Smoothing nasolabial folds (smile lines)
• Plumping lips
• Enhancing cheeks and under-eye hollows

Results are immediate and can last 6–18 months, depending on the product and treatment area.

Which One Is Right for You?

Ask yourself this: Are your wrinkles most visible when your face is moving or at rest?

BOTOX Cosmetic may be better if your lines deepen when you smile, frown, or squint.

On the other hand, Restylane might be more suitable if your concern is a loss of fullness or deeper creases that remain even when your face is still.

Remember, too, that you don’t have to pick just one. Many patients at Lombardo Cosmetic Surgery see great outcomes from combining both for a more comprehensive refresh.

Let’s Talk About Your Goals

There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to facial rejuvenation. At Lombardo Cosmetic Surgery, Dr. Lombardo combines her training in medicine and the arts to help you feel more confident in your appearance without looking too “done.”

Ready to find out which option is right for you? Schedule a consultation at our Palm Springs office. Call 760-610-8990 or submit our contact form.