Botox & Dysport in Lakeway, refreshed, never frozen.
Provider-administered Botox and Dysport — prescription neuromodulators that soften the expression lines on your forehead, between your brows, and around your eyes. Conservative, individualized dosing for natural-looking results. Serving Lakeway, Bee Cave, Spicewood, Westlake, Lake Travis & greater Austin.
Relax the muscle, soften the line.
Botox and Dysport are injectable wrinkle relaxers — what providers call neuromodulators. Both are a prescription form of botulinum toxin type A, delivered in tiny, targeted amounts into specific muscles of the upper face. By gently and temporarily relaxing those muscles, they soften the dynamic lines that form when you frown, squint, and raise your brows.
The distinction that matters most is dynamic versus static. Dynamic lines appear with movement — expression lines. Over years, repeated creasing can etch those lines in so they linger even at rest. Relaxers address the muscle motion that drives dynamic lines, which is why so many people in Lakeway and Austin describe the result as looking rested rather than altered.
- iTargeted. Placed precisely into the muscles responsible for specific expression lines.
- iiTemporary. Effects build over days and gradually fade over a few months — nothing permanent.
- iiiIndividualized. Dosing is mapped to your anatomy and goals, never a fixed formula.
Two excellent products — one is right for you.
THRIVE offers both leading neuromodulators, and the honest truth is that both are outstanding. Botox and Dysport are both prescription botulinum toxin type A products, both well-studied, and both capable of beautiful, natural-looking results in experienced hands. The differences between them are real but subtle, and the right choice is individualized — something your provider helps you decide together.
Botox
The most recognized name in the category, Botox has a long track record and a reputation for precise, predictable, well-contained placement. Many providers reach for it when treating smaller, more defined areas where keeping the product exactly where it’s placed matters. Visit the dedicated Botox page for a full look at how we use it.
Dysport
A botulinum toxin type A from a different manufacturer, Dysport tends to diffuse, or spread, a little more from each injection point, which some providers prefer for treating broader areas like the forehead. Many patients also find Dysport tends to onset slightly faster. Its dosing units are not interchangeable with Botox — they’re measured differently, which is one reason an experienced injector matters. Visit the dedicated Dysport page for the full picture.
So which should you choose?
For most people, either product can achieve the look they want. Your provider considers the area being treated, how your muscles respond, your history with relaxers, and your aesthetic goals — then recommends the option best suited to you. There’s no universally “better” choice, only the better fit. We’ll explain our reasoning in plain language at your visit.
The areas wrinkle relaxers treat best.
Neuromodulators work where muscle movement creates lines — primarily the upper third of the face. These are the most commonly treated areas, and the ones where a conservative, well-placed treatment tends to look the most natural.
The classic three
- Forehead lines — the horizontal lines that appear when you raise your brows.
- Frown lines (the “11s”) — the vertical creases between your brows, in the glabella, that deepen when you concentrate or frown.
- Crow’s feet — the fine lines that fan out from the outer corners of the eyes when you smile or squint.
Advanced and refined uses
In experienced hands, relaxers can also address bunny lines on the nose, a gummy smile, soften vertical lip lines, create a subtle brow lift, smooth a dimpled chin, or ease jaw tension — uses that are highly technique-dependent and decided case by case. These advanced applications are exactly why an experienced medical injector matters; placement and dosing in these areas leave little room for guesswork.
Not every line responds to a relaxer, though — and that’s an important distinction. Lines caused by volume loss rather than muscle movement are better addressed with dermal fillers, and surface texture or tone is often better served by microneedling or skin treatments. The right tool depends on what’s actually causing the concern.
Refreshed and rested, still unmistakably you.
The single biggest fear we hear about wrinkle relaxers is looking “frozen” or expressionless. That outcome isn’t the product — it’s over-treatment. At THRIVE, our entire approach is built around natural-looking results: softening the lines that age and tire you while preserving the movement and expression that make you you.
Conservative by design
We dose conservatively and deliberately, especially for first-time patients. It’s far easier to add a touch more at a follow-up than to wait out an overcorrection. Many patients are surprised that the goal isn’t zero movement — it’s softened movement, the kind that still lets you smile, frown, and raise an eyebrow.
Read the face, not a chart
No two faces are built the same. Your muscle strength, the way you animate, your brow position, and your asymmetries all inform where and how much product goes in. That’s why a consultation and a real assessment come before any treatment — the dosing is mapped to your face, not pulled from a template.
Part of a bigger picture
Beautiful results often come from balance, not a single product. Wrinkle relaxers are one piece of THRIVE’s broader aesthetic treatments, and we’re candid about where they fit — and where they don’t — in your individual plan.
Assessed, personalized, and maintained.
A thoughtful medical treatment — never a rushed, off-the-shelf injection.
Consult & Assess
We listen to your goals, study how your face moves, and decide together whether Botox, Dysport, or another path fits best.
- Aesthetic goals
- Facial movement assessment
- Product selection
- Candidacy review
Personalize & Treat
Your provider maps an individualized dose and places it precisely — a quick treatment with minimal downtime.
- Individualized dosing
- Precise placement
- Conservative approach
- Simple aftercare
Refresh & Maintain
Results build over days, fade gradually, and are easy to maintain on a rhythm that suits you.
- Results at 1–2 weeks
- Lasts ~3–4 months
- Touch-ups as needed
- Ongoing care plan
From appointment to a refreshed reflection.
The appointment
A wrinkle relaxer treatment is quick and done right in our Lakeway clinic. After assessing your face and confirming your plan, your provider uses a very fine needle to place a series of small injections into the targeted muscles. The whole thing usually takes only a few minutes, and most patients describe the sensation as a brief pinch.
Comfort and downtime
There’s little to no downtime. You may notice tiny bumps or minor redness at the injection sites that settle within an hour or two, and occasionally a small bruise. Many patients come in over a lunch break and return to their day. Your provider will share simple aftercare — typically staying upright for a few hours and avoiding rubbing the area — at your visit.
The timeline of results
Relaxers don’t work instantly. You’ll usually start to see softening within a few days, with full results around one to two weeks as the product takes full effect. From there, results typically last about three to four months before muscle movement gradually returns — at which point a maintenance treatment keeps you looking refreshed.
Where relaxers fit your bigger plan
Wrinkle relaxers pair naturally with other treatments. They soften motion lines while dermal fillers restore lost volume, and they complement SkinPen microneedling, medical-grade facials, and red light therapy for a complete, layered approach to looking your best.
Two different tools for two different jobs.
One of the most common points of confusion is the difference between wrinkle relaxers and fillers. They’re often discussed together, but they do very different things — and many people benefit from both, used thoughtfully.
Wrinkle relaxers soften motion
Botox and Dysport work on the muscle. By temporarily relaxing the muscles that crease the skin, they soften dynamic lines from expression — forehead lines, the frown “11s,” and crow’s feet. Think of them as easing the movement that folds the skin in the first place.
Dermal fillers restore volume
Dermal fillers work on structure. They replace volume that’s been lost to age — restoring cheek contour, softening the folds around the mouth, and refining definition. Where relaxers quiet motion, fillers rebuild support.
Often better together
Because they address different causes, relaxers and fillers frequently complement one another in a balanced plan — the relaxer smoothing expression lines up top while filler restores volume below. Your provider helps you understand which concern is which, so you invest in the treatment that actually addresses it. There’s no need to decide alone; that’s what the consultation is for.
Honest fit, real expectations.
Wrinkle relaxers are one of several options within our aesthetic treatments, and the best choice depends on you. Some people are ideal candidates; others are better served by a different approach — and we’ll be candid about the trade-offs either way.
Relaxers are often a good fit for adults who
- Want to soften dynamic expression lines on the forehead, between the brows, or around the eyes.
- Are looking for a subtle, natural-looking refresh rather than a dramatic change.
- Are in good general health and have realistic expectations about temporary, individualized results.
- Prefer a low-downtime treatment they can maintain on their own schedule.
A relaxer may not be the answer when
Lines from volume loss, sagging, or sun-damaged surface texture won’t respond to a neuromodulator alone — and certain health histories, pregnancy or breastfeeding, or specific medical conditions mean it isn’t appropriate. That’s exactly what the consultation is for: if a relaxer isn’t right for you, we’ll recommend what is.
The THRIVE difference
Boutique, provider-directed care from Kristine Kjolhede, FNP-C and the THRIVE team — conservative, individualized, and focused on natural-looking results for patients across Lakeway, Bee Cave, Spicewood, Westlake, Lake Travis, and greater Austin. Ongoing care is simple with our membership.
The product is the same — the hands aren’t.
Botox and Dysport are remarkably safe and effective when administered by a trained, experienced medical injector — and the injector is the variable that matters most. The exact same product can look beautifully natural or unnaturally stiff depending entirely on who places it, where, and how much.
Anatomy, dosing, and artistry
A skilled injector reads facial anatomy, anticipates how your muscles will respond, and balances dosing across the face so results look even and natural. Because Botox and Dysport units aren’t interchangeable and each area behaves differently, this is genuinely a blend of medical knowledge and aesthetic judgment — not something to entrust to a discount pop-up.
Provider-administered, every time
At THRIVE, your treatment is performed by our qualified medical team under appropriate supervision. We assess before we treat, dose conservatively, and follow up to refine — the standard of care these treatments deserve. Learn more about our practice and meet the team who’ll be caring for you.
Safety and candidacy
Like any medical treatment, neuromodulators carry potential side effects, and they aren’t appropriate for everyone. We review your health history, discuss benefits and risks in plain language, and make the decision together — specifics are always covered at your consultation rather than online.
Wrinkle relaxers, answered.
Straight answers from our provider. If your question isn’t here, we’ll cover it in a consultation.
Ask Our TeamWrinkle relaxers, rooted in Lakeway.
Our clinic at the edge of Lake Travis serves Bee Cave, Westlake, Spicewood, and greater Austin — private, provider-directed, and focused on natural-looking results that still look like you.
“I finally don’t look tired all the time — and I still look like me. Exactly the natural result I was hoping for.”— THRIVE patient, Lakeway TX
Ready to look refreshed?
Start with a real consultation. We’ll assess how your face moves, recommend whether Botox or Dysport fits best, and build a conservative, natural-looking plan around your goals.
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