Dysport vs. Botox: What's the Difference?
Both smooth expression lines, but they differ in onset and spread. Here is how they compare in speed, longevity and who each suits best.
The short answer
Yes, Dysport is a popular first choice for people who want softer frown lines, forehead lines or crow's feet without surgery or downtime. Treatment is quick, results look natural, and a good injector starts conservatively.
Key takeaway
You do not need to commit to a big change. A first visit starts with a conversation, and nothing happens until you are comfortable with the plan.
Is it a good fit for you?
Dysport works best on lines caused by repeated expressions, like frowning, squinting or raising your brows. It is often a good fit if you:
- Notice lines between your brows, across your forehead or around your eyes
- Want a subtle, rested look rather than a dramatic change
- Prefer a treatment with no downtime
- Would like faster results, often starting in 2 to 3 days
It is not right for everyone. Pregnancy, breastfeeding, active skin infections at the injection site, certain neuromuscular conditions and a cow's milk protein allergy are common reasons to wait or choose another option. Your consultation will confirm what is safe for you.
What your first visit looks like
- Consultation. Your injector listens to your goals, reviews your health history and studies how your face moves.
- Treatment plan. Injection points and doses are mapped out and agreed with you, with a gentle, first-timer-friendly approach.
- Injections. Tiny, precise injections take about 10 minutes.
- Aftercare. You head back to your day with simple instructions, no recovery period needed.
Does it hurt?
Most patients describe it as a quick pinch or small sting. The needles are very fine, the treatment is brief, and discomfort passes quickly. Mild redness or a small bump at an injection point can happen and usually settles soon after.
Most first-timers tell us the worry was bigger than the treatment itself.
Lines begin to soften in a few days, most patients see results between 3 and 7 days, and the full effect settles by about two weeks. Results typically last about 3 to 4 months.
Questions to ask
It helps to arrive with a few questions ready. Good ones to start with:
- Who will be injecting, and what are their qualifications?
- How many units do you recommend for me, and why?
- What results should I expect, and when?
- When should I come back for a follow-up or touch-up?
Thinking about your first visit?
Book a complimentary consultation, ask us anything, and decide at your own pace.
