Daxxify in Newport Beach, CA: The Long-Lasting Wrinkle Relaxer
Quick Answer
Daxxify in Newport Beach typically costs $14 to $18 per unit, and a frown-line treatment uses 40 units, about $560 to $720. Results typically last about 6 months, which is about twice as long as a 3 to 4 month treatment, so most patients come back about twice a year. At Akari Medspa on SE Bristol Street, near Fashion Island and the harbor, every treatment is planned and injected by Isabel Koo, MSN, NP-BC.
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01 · Our Daxxify Service
Daxxify at Akari Medspa in Newport Beach
Daxxify is an FDA-approved neuromodulator used to smooth frown lines, the 11 lines between the brows, and other expression lines. It works by relaxing the muscles that cause those lines, so the skin above them can smooth out while your natural expression stays intact.
What makes Daxxify different is its formulation and its duration. It is made with a peptide instead of human serum albumin, it contains no human or animal byproducts, and results typically last about 6 months, which is about twice as long as a 3 to 4 month treatment for most patients. That means fewer appointments each year for the same smooth result.
At Akari Medspa in Newport Beach, every Daxxify treatment is customized to your facial anatomy, lifestyle, and aesthetic goals. Izzy maps your muscles before she injects, doses conservatively, and confirms your exact total before anything is injected. The procedure takes about 20 to 30 minutes, with little to no downtime, and results often begin to show in 1 to 3 days, with the full effect at about 2 weeks.
- Frown lines, the 11 lines between the brows
- Forehead lines
- Crow’s feet
- Brow lift
02 · Your Options
Daxxify, Botox, or Dysport?
| Brand | Onset | Typical duration | Best for | Cost framing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daxxify | 1 to 3 days, full effect by about 2 weeks | About 6 months | Patients who want fewer appointments each year | $14 to $18 per unit in Newport Beach; 40 units for frown lines, $560 to $720 |
| Botox | 3 to 5 days, full effect by about 2 weeks | 3 to 4 months | Precise placement, smaller areas, first-time patients | See Botox in Newport Beach for its full cost guide; Newport Beach market range $12 to $18 per unit |
| Dysport | 2 to 3 days | 3 to 4 months | Larger areas such as the forehead, a softer and wider spread | Priced in its own units, which are not interchangeable with Botox or Daxxify units, so per-unit prices cannot be compared directly |
Most Newport Beach patients choose Daxxify when they want results that last about twice as long and fewer visits per year. Botox suits precise, smaller areas. Dysport suits larger areas.
All three are FDA-approved neuromodulators, and none of them is best for everyone. The right choice depends on the area being treated, how quickly you want to see results, and how often you want to come back. Daxxify is formulated with a peptide, not human serum albumin, and it contains no human or animal byproducts. Izzy recommends a brand at your consultation based on your anatomy and your treatment history. For a closer look at all three options, read our Botox vs Dysport vs Daxxify in Newport Beach comparison.
03 · Dosing and Cost Guide
How Much Does Daxxify Cost in Newport Beach?
Daxxify is priced per unit, and the price ranges below are the ranges already published by Akari. Use this table to estimate your treatment before your consultation. Daxxify units are product-specific, so a Daxxify total is planned in Daxxify units only.
| Treatment plan | Typical Daxxify units | Estimated cost (published Akari range) |
|---|---|---|
| Frown lines, the 11 lines | 40 (FDA label dose) | $560-$720 |
| Glabella plus individualized upper-face plan | 60-100+ | $840-$1,800+ |
| Touch-up or highly customized plan | Determined after assessment | Varies |
For reference, the FDA label dose for Daxxify for frown lines is 40 units. Your actual dose is set by your muscle strength, your goals, and how your face moves. Other areas, including the forehead and crow’s feet, are discussed at your consultation, and the dose for those areas is set there.
Two honest notes: men typically need more units than women for the same areas, because male facial muscles are generally stronger. And the prices above are the ranges already published by Akari, so they are planning estimates, not a quote. Izzy confirms your exact dose and total before treatment begins, and exact pricing for any plan outside the ranges above is confirmed at consultation.
04 · Your Visit
Your Daxxify Visit, Step by Step
Consultation and Facial Mapping
Your journey begins with a detailed discussion of your goals, facial structure, and medical history. Your provider maps your facial anatomy and designs a plan tailored to your features, including whether Daxxify is the right brand for you.
Your Unit Plan and Exact Price
Your injector identifies precise injection points, and you agree your dose and your exact total before anything is injected. For frown lines, that is usually 40 Daxxify units. No treatment starts until your price is confirmed.
Treatment, About 20 to 30 Minutes
Using ultra-fine needles, Daxxify is injected precisely into targeted muscles for natural-looking results. The procedure takes about 20 to 30 minutes, with minimal discomfort.
Results and Follow-Up
You can return to daily activities immediately. Over the next 1 to 3 days, treated muscles relax and lines soften, with full results by about two weeks. A follow-up about every 6 months keeps your result consistent.
05 · Before and After
Before Your Treatment and Aftercare
A few simple steps before and after your appointment protect your result. None of it is complicated, and Izzy reviews it with you at your visit.
Before your treatment
- Schedule smart: book at least two weeks before a major event, so results have fully settled and any follow-up adjustment is complete.
- Skip alcohol for 24 hours before your appointment, since it can increase bruising.
- Tell Izzy about every medication and supplement you take, including blood thinners and fish oil. Never stop a prescribed medication without your prescribing doctor’s guidance; Izzy will explain what applies to you.
- Mention any recent illness, a skin infection near the treatment area, or a previous reaction to an injectable.
- Tell Izzy if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or living with a neuromuscular condition, since Daxxify may not be appropriate.
- Arrive with a clean face if you can. Makeup can be removed at the clinic.
After your treatment
- Stay upright for about 4 hours, and avoid lying flat or bending deeply.
- Do not rub, press, or massage the treated areas for the rest of the day.
- Skip strenuous exercise, saunas, and very hot showers until the next day.
- Small bumps at the injection points are normal and usually fade within an hour. A small bruise can happen and is easy to cover with makeup the next day.
- Results often begin in 1 to 3 days and settle fully by about two weeks. That is when we review and adjust if needed.
06 · Is It Right for You
Is Daxxify Right for You?
Daxxify works well for adults with moderate to severe frown lines who want a smoother, refreshed look that lasts. It is FDA approved for frown lines, and it is best suited to adults in good general health, without a neuromuscular condition, and it is not used during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Dynamic wrinkles: lines that appear when you frown, squint, or raise your brows.
- Healthy skin: skin in the treatment area is clear of infection or irritation.
- Realistic expectations: you want a rested, natural result rather than a frozen look.
- No pregnancy or breastfeeding: Daxxify is not used while you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Some people have a small risk of a drooping eyelid or brow after treatment. Most side effects are mild and temporary, including headache or a local reaction at the injection site. Tell Izzy if you have a neuromuscular condition such as myasthenia gravis or Lambert-Eaton syndrome, drooping eyelids or facial weakness, previous facial surgery, or a known allergy to botulinum toxin or any Daxxify ingredient. Get medical care right away if you notice difficulty swallowing, speaking, or breathing, or any unusual weakness after treatment.
07 · Choosing a Provider
How to Choose a Daxxify Provider in Newport Beach
Daxxify itself is a standardized product. Results are not. The difference between a result that looks refreshed and one that looks frozen is the judgment of the person holding the syringe, which is why choosing a provider matters more than choosing a brand.
- Credentials you can verify: a licensed medical provider (NP, RN, PA, or physician) with advanced injectables training, for whom injecting is a core part of daily practice.
- A real consultation: your provider should watch your face move, ask what actually bothers you, and explain a plan before quoting any number of units.
- Genuine product: Daxxify sourced through the manufacturer or an authorized distributor, and prepared in front of you if you ask.
- A conservative philosophy: a provider who is willing to start lighter and add at a follow-up is protecting you from an overdone result.
- Continuity: the same injector at every visit, so your dosing history builds and your plan improves over time.
At Akari Newport Beach, every Daxxify treatment is performed by Isabel “Izzy” Koo, MSN, NP-BC, an Allergan Master Injector, at our Newport Beach clinic on SE Bristol Street. You consult with Izzy, you are treated by Izzy, and Izzy adjusts your plan at every visit.
08 · Meet Your Injector
Isabel “Izzy” Koo, MSN, NP-BC
Izzy plans every treatment conservatively and full-face, dosing to how your muscles actually move. The goal is a natural result that leaves your expressions intact: rested and refreshed, never frozen.
For higher-risk areas, Izzy uses ultrasound-guided placement to add an extra layer of precision and safety to the treatment.
- MSN, NP-BC
- Allergan Master Injector
- Advanced K-beauty and Rejuran training
- Ultrasound-guided injection technique
5.0 on Google, Newport Beach
09 · Visit Us in Newport Beach
On SE Bristol Street, minutes from the neighborhoods we serve
Akari’s Newport Beach clinic sits on SE Bristol Street near Fashion Island, a short drive from the 55 and 73 freeways, John Wayne Airport, and Upper Newport Bay, with building parking available. Patients visit us from across the harbor and the coast, including Newport Beach, Newport Coast, Corona del Mar, Balboa Island, Costa Mesa, Irvine, Huntington Beach, and Laguna Beach. Wherever you are coming from, appointments run about 20 to 30 minutes, so treatment fits into a lunch break or an errand run near Fashion Island.
Newport Beach · about 10 min
Newport Coast · about 15 min
Corona del Mar · about 15 min
Balboa Island · about 20 min
Costa Mesa · about 5 min
Irvine · about 10 min
Huntington Beach · about 20 min
Laguna Beach · about 25 min
2382 SE Bristol St Ste B1, Newport Beach, CA 92660 · (949) 628-6949 · Monday to Friday 10 to 6, Saturday 10 to 2, Sunday closed · Get directions
10 · Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Daxxify cost in Newport Beach?
Daxxify in Newport Beach costs $14 to $18 per unit at Akari Medspa. A typical frown-line treatment uses 40 units, about $560 to $720. A glabella plus upper-face plan uses 60 to 100+ units, about $840 to $1,800+. Your exact quote depends on the areas treated and your muscle strength, and Izzy confirms it before treatment begins.
How many Daxxify units do I need?
Most frown-line treatments use 40 Daxxify units, which is the FDA label dose for glabellar lines. A broader upper-face plan can use 60 to 100+ units. Daxxify units are product-specific and cannot be converted unit for unit to other brands, so your dose is planned in Daxxify units at your consultation.
How long does Daxxify last?
For most patients, Daxxify results last about 6 months, which is longer than the 3 to 4 months most patients get from Botox or Dysport. Results fade gradually as the treated muscle regains movement. Clinical data point to a median duration of about 6 months, with some patients reporting results for as long as 9 months.
How is Daxxify different from Botox?
Both are FDA-approved neuromodulators that relax the muscles that cause lines. Daxxify is formulated with a peptide instead of human serum albumin, it contains no human or animal byproducts, and it typically lasts about 6 months, compared with 3 to 4 months for Botox. Onset is similar, with visible improvement often beginning in 1 to 3 days.
How long does Daxxify take to work?
Visible improvement often begins in 1 to 3 days, and the full effect is usually seen by about 2 weeks. Allow at least two weeks before a major event so the result has fully settled.
Is Daxxify safe?
Daxxify is FDA approved for frown lines, and most side effects are mild and temporary, such as headache, a small bruise, or a local reaction at the injection site. Tell Izzy about any neuromuscular condition, drooping eyelids, previous facial surgery, allergies, and all medicines you take, so she can plan your treatment safely.
Does Daxxify hurt?
Most patients describe Daxxify injections as a quick pinch that lasts a second or two. The needle is very fine, treatment takes about 20 to 30 minutes, and topical numbing or ice is available if you are sensitive. Any mild redness or small bumps at the injection sites usually settle within an hour or so.
Will Daxxify look natural or frozen?
Daxxify looks frozen only when it is overdosed or placed without regard for how your face moves. Izzy doses conservatively, treats the full pattern of muscles rather than one line, and plans for movement to remain. The goal patients describe afterward is looking rested and refreshed, with expressions intact, not done.
Can I treat my forehead, frown lines, and crow’s feet in one visit?
Yes, in most cases. Daxxify is FDA approved for frown lines, and Izzy discusses other areas, including the forehead and crow’s feet, at your consultation. Your dose and total are planned for all the areas you treat in that visit, in Daxxify units, before anything is injected.
What should I avoid after Daxxify?
Stay upright for about 4 hours, and avoid rubbing, pressing, or massaging the treated areas for the rest of the day. Skip strenuous exercise, saunas, and very hot showers until the next day. Small bumps at the injection points are normal and usually fade within an hour.
Where is the best place to get Daxxify in Newport Beach?
Look for three things: a licensed medical provider who injects daily, genuine product sourced from the manufacturer, and a consultation where your full face is assessed before anyone quotes units. At Akari, every treatment is performed by Isabel Koo, MSN, NP-BC, an Allergan Master Injector, at our SE Bristol Street clinic in Newport Beach.
How do I book Daxxify in Newport Beach?
Book online through Jane App at akarimedspa.janeapp.com, or call (949) 628-6949. Akari Medspa Newport Beach is at 2382 SE Bristol St Ste B1, Newport Beach, CA 92660, open Monday to Friday 10 to 6 and Saturday 10 to 2.
Ready to talk through your Daxxify plan?
Your consultation is with Izzy directly: your face assessed, your dose mapped, your exact quote confirmed before anything is injected. Book online through Jane App at akarimedspa.janeapp.com, or call (949) 628-6949. Akari Medspa Newport Beach, 2382 SE Bristol St Ste B1, open Monday to Friday 10 to 6 and Saturday 10 to 2.
Akari Medspa Newport Beach, 2382 SE Bristol St Ste B1, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Medically reviewed by Isabel Koo, MSN, NP-BC, Allergan Master Injector, Akari Medspa Newport Beach.