XEOMIN® is a newer and more purified version of botulinum toxin (invented by the same scientists that invented Botox®). Because of its purified nature, XEOMIN® is less likely to cause an immune reaction that could impact on your treatment results.

XEOMIN® does not contain a certain ‘binding protein’ once used in older injectables. Without the ‘binding protein’, your body is less likely to produce antibodies to the product and there is more chance of your results lasting longer. 

XEOMIN® anti wrinkle injections contain the same active ingredient as all muscle relaxing injections with the benefit of often having more effective, longer lasting results with less chance of allergic reactions.

All muscle relaxing injections contain Botulinum Toxin, a purified protein that has been used medically for over 20 years. It works by decreasing the contraction of muscles that cause certain lines and wrinkles. Aesthetically your results are expected to be the same whichever Botulinum Toxin you use when injected into the same locations

XEOMIN® vs Botox®

XEOMIN® is a newer, more purified version of Botulinum Toxin that has been found to have less chance of allergic reactions because it does not contain a certain ‘binding protein’ once used in older injectables. Without the ‘binding protein’, your body is less likely to produce antibodies to the product and there is more chance of your results lasting longer because of this. 

Botox® (named after Botulinum Toxin) has become a recognised brand in the market, much like Kleenex for tissues, as it was one of the first Botulinum Toxin injections used for cosmetic reasons. For this reason you will often hear people refer to Botox® when discussing anti wrinkle treatments with Botulinum Toxin. Though anti wrinkle treatment with botox is still considered a safe and effective treatment for lines and wrinkles caused by muscle contraction, the difference in composition can impact on both the price and longevity of the treatment. 

We encourage our clients to ask us any questions they might have prior to undertaking any cosmetic treatments and to research which treatment is right for them.

For more product and safety information regarding XEOMIN® please click on the following link: Xeomin® (ZEE-oh-min)

  • XEOMIN® Incobotulinumtoxin A) 50, 100 Units is a Prescription Medicine. Indications: In adults, for the treatment of cervical dystonia; blepharospasm; spasticity of the upper limb; upper facial lines: glabellar frown lines, lateral periorbital lines (crow’s feet), horizontal forehead lines. XEOMIN® has both risks and benefits, consult your doctor if XEOMIN® is right for you. Further information on the risks and benefits of XEOMIN® can be found in the Consumer Medicine Information (CMI) available from https://merzaustralia.com.au/patientinformation/aesthetics/products/ or www.medsafe.govt.nz or by calling 0800 822 310. Use strictly as directed. If symptoms continue or you have side effects, see your doctor, pharmacist or health care professional. Common side effects include: Headaches; nausea; tenderness, swelling, redness, numbness or bruising of the skin; dry eye; heavy feeling of eyelid/eyebrow/forehead; face/brow not symmetrical, dropping eyelids/eyebrows. Serious side effects are rare and include allergic reactions. XEOMIN® is an unfunded medicine, prescription charge will apply. Normal doctor charges will still apply. For further information, consult your doctor or refer to the Consumer Medicine Information available at: www.medsafe.govt.nz Pharmacy Retailing NZ Limited t/a Healthcare Logistics (HCL), 58 Richard Pearse Drive, Mangere, Auckland 2022.