What is the difference between "small face injection" and "facial slimming injection"?

Mini face injection and jawline slimming injection are two common types of cosmetic injections. Although both can help improve facial contours, their mechanisms of action and indications differ.

Mini face injection generally refers to lipolytic injection, which contains relatively complex medication components. Its primary function is to dissolve facial fat while tightening the skin, achieving localized body contouring. However, mini face injection has not been approved by the National Medical Products Administration in China. The range, degree, or depth of fat dissolution is difficult to control, which may lead to uneven facial fat dissolution, causing local depressions or skin problems.

In contrast, jawline slimming injection primarily targets the masseter muscle and mainly contains botulinum toxin type A. By blocking nerve impulses between the nerve and the masseter muscle, over-contracted masseter muscles relax and gradually atrophy, thereby achieving a face slimming effect. Jawline slimming injection has been approved by the National Medical Products Administration. When performed properly and with authorized products, the probability of complications is relatively low.

If the main goal is to reduce the volume of facial muscles, mini face injection might be a better choice. If one wishes to improve the facial contour and fill fine lines and wrinkles, filler injections as part of jawline slimming injection might be more suitable. Before deciding on any type of cosmetic injection, it is important to consult a qualified physician for a comprehensive evaluation to ensure that the chosen method is both safe and effective.