Is there a difference between V-face injections and slimming injections

There are significant differences in the principle of action and indications between V-face injections and slimming injections. The V-face needle mainly improves the contour by filling and shaping, while the slimming needle achieves the slimming effect by blocking muscle contraction. The differences between the two are mainly reflected in five dimensions: mechanism of action, applicable population, maintenance time, component types, and postoperative care.

1. Mechanism of action

The main components of V-face needles are fillers such as hyaluronic acid, which are injected into the mandibular margin or apple muscles to increase tissue volume and shape three-dimensional and compact V-shaped lines. The core component of the face slimming needle is botulinum toxin, which acts on the masseter muscle to block nerve and muscle signal transmission, gradually causing muscle atrophy and achieving the goal of slimming the face.

2. Target audience

V-face needle is suitable for beauty seekers who suffer from facial tissue loss, resulting in loose contours and blurred jawlines, especially for round faces with insufficient natural bone support. The slimming needle is more suitable for people with enlarged masseter muscles causing a wide lower face, and it needs to be administered after professional palpation to determine muscle thickness.

III. Maintenance Time

The effect of the V-face needle can usually be maintained for 8-12 months, as the filler will gradually be metabolized and absorbed, and needs to be regularly replenished. The effect of a single injection of facial slimming needle lasts for about 4-6 months, and after 3-5 regular injections, it may produce long-term muscle atrophy effects.

4. Composition Types

V face needles are commonly made of biocompatible materials such as biphasic/monophasic hyaluronic acid and poly (L-lactic acid), and different brands of cross-linking techniques affect the durability of shaping. The slimming needle is mainly a type A botulinum toxin preparation, and there is a difference in dispersion between domestically produced Hengli and imported Botox.

V. Postoperative Care

After facial needle injection, avoid pressing the shaping area and refrain from spicy and stimulating foods for 48 hours to prevent swelling from worsening. Maintain an upright position for 6 hours after the face slimming needle surgery, and avoid chewing hard objects and excessive facial expressions for one week to prevent drug diffusion.

The selection of V-face needle or slimming face needle should be comprehensively judged based on individual facial basic conditions and improvement demands. It is recommended to conduct a three-dimensional facial assessment before surgery and have a professional physician develop a joint plan. Pay attention to basic care such as sun protection and moisturizing after surgery, and avoid short-term high-temperature sauna or vigorous exercise. If there is abnormal redness, swelling or asymmetry, timely follow-up should be sought, and daily massage techniques can be used to assist in maintaining the effect.

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