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Kosta VIDANOVIC

· STARVAC · Expert advice

· Published on

October 8, 2026

In brief

Botox® acts on expression lines, while the appearance of the skin needs a complementary approach. DXface®, a non-invasive aesthetic treatment, supports this journey: it prepares the skin before injections and maintains its firmness and radiance between appointments.

Botox®, a treatment going mainstream

Long reserved for a minority, botulinum toxin injections, often called “Botox®”, are now part of the beauty routine of many women and more and more men. They are found among younger women, who want to prevent expression lines from forming, and among more mature women, who want to keep a rested face. This treatment remains a medical procedure, carried out only by a doctor.

How does Botox® work?

Botox® is a product that puts the muscle to sleep. Injected in very small amounts, it blocks the signal the nerve sends to the muscle. The muscle stops contracting, or contracts much less: expression lines on the forehead, crow's feet or frown lines fade.

This effect is temporary: it usually lasts 3 to 6 months, the time it takes for the connection between nerve and muscle to be restored. Throughout this period, the treated muscle stops working.

A muscle at rest loses volume

Like any muscle that does not work, a muscle put at rest by Botox® can lose thickness. Some studies have observed this, with a more marked effect after repeated injections. In principle, this loss is reversible once the muscle works again, but it is a reminder of something important: the face needs care.

A result to maintain

Botox® acts on the muscles, not on skin quality. Firmness, radiance, density, tissue tone: these signs keep changing. To keep a harmonious face between appointments, you need to keep stimulating the face.

That is the role of DXface®. This non-invasive aesthetic treatment combines Stretching Cellulaire® and rhythmic HyperPulse® stimulation. It mobilises the facial tissues and helps maintain their tone, firmness and radiance. It does not replace an injection: it is there to support it.

Before / after an eye-area treatment with DXface®, 1 session

Before injections: preparing the skin

A few DXface® sessions beforehand help present fresher skin on the day of the appointment:

  • Drainage: soften a puffy look and tired features.
  • Radiance: bring back a brighter, more even complexion.
  • Skin quality: more supple, more toned skin.

Schedule these sessions well in advance and always follow the doctor's instructions on the interval to respect before the appointment.

After injections: maintaining the result

Once the interval set by the doctor has passed, DXface® takes over in the salon:

  • Firmness and tone: keep the skin dense and toned.
  • Radiance: keep a fresh, rested complexion.
  • Complementary areas: work on the neck, facial contour or lip contour.
  • Regularity: maintenance sessions between injection appointments.

A visible result from the first session

The photo above shows a result obtained with DXface® after a single eye-area treatment session, at Institut Aurélie Esthétique in Wasquehal (France). Results vary depending on the profile and the protocol.

“Injections and in-salon treatments are not opposites: one relaxes the features, the other maintains skin quality.”

STARVAC partner professional

Key takeaways

  1. Botox® is becoming mainstream, among younger and more mature women alike.
  2. Botox® puts certain facial muscles at rest for several months.
  3. Before injections, DXface® helps present fresher, drained and more radiant skin.
  4. Afterwards, it maintains firmness, radiance and a rested look between appointments.
  5. The interval between an injection and a facial treatment is always set by the doctor.

How to offer this journey in your salon

  1. A facial assessment to understand the client's expectations and the timing of her injections.
  2. A short preparation programme before the medical appointment.
  3. A break for the interval set by the doctor.
  4. Regular maintenance sessions between injection appointments.

Conclusion

DXface® is not opposed to injections: it completes your clients' facial journey. Before, it prepares fresher skin; afterwards, it maintains its quality. For the salon, it is a clear offer for clients already being treated by an aesthetic doctor.

Frequently asked questions

Does DXface® replace Botox®?

No. DXface® is a non-invasive aesthetic treatment that works on skin quality. Some clients choose it on its own, for its natural approach; others as a complement to their injections.

How long should you wait after an injection?

The doctor sets this interval. Always follow their instructions before resuming a facial treatment.

Is the treatment also suitable after hyaluronic acid?

Yes, DXface® also fits into the journey of clients who use hyaluronic acid, on the same principle: respect the interval set by the doctor.

Is the treatment pleasant?

Yes. It is a non-invasive treatment without heat, with intensity adapted to each skin.

Professional aesthetic treatment. Results vary depending on the profile and the protocol.

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