Types of Aesthetic Injections
The world of aesthetic injections treatments has exploded with options designed to enhance our appearance, address aging concerns, and improve skin health. From smoothing wrinkles to boosting hydration, different products cater to specific needs. Understanding the distinctions between Collagen Stimulators, Dermal Fillers, Skin Boosters, and Skin Rejuvenators is crucial when selecting the right treatment for yourself.
Let’s explore how these treatments work on different layers of the skin and how they can be combined for optimal results.
Collagen Stimulators: Long-Lasting Lifting and Tightening
Products such as AestheFill® and Sculptra® fall under the category of collagen stimulators, which work on deeper layers of the skin. These aesthetic injections do not directly fill wrinkles or creases but instead stimulate the body to produce more collagen, which leads to natural volume restoration and skin tightening over time.
How They Work: Collagen stimulators are injected three to four millimetres below the skin. These products contain substances like poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), which encourage the body to produce more collagen. The result is the rejuvenation of the skin from within, addressing areas with volume loss or laxity. This process is slow but sustainable, with results becoming visible over a few months.
Benefits: Collagen Stimulators are perfect for treating overall volume loss and for those seeking a gradual, natural lift. Unlike Dermal Fillers, which offer immediate results, Collagen Stimulators offer benefits that develop over time, making them ideal for those seeking non-invasive rejuvenation.
Dermal Fillers: Instant Volume and Precision Contouring
Dermal Fillers are injected three to 10 millimetres below the skin to provide immediate results by filling in wrinkles, lines, and areas of volume loss.
Products such as Ellansé, JUVÉDERM® and MaiLi are brands of Dermal Fillers that are widely used in aesthetic treatments.
Dermal fillers either contain Hyaluronic Acid (HA), a substance that naturally exists in the skin and helps to retain moisture or Poly-Caprolactone (PCL) microspheres. By injecting fillers into specific areas, they restore lost volume, smooth deep lines, and contour facial features.
Benefits: Dermal Fillers provide instant results and are great for treating deep wrinkles, folds, or hollow areas. They are ideal for targeting specific areas that need volume or contouring, such as the cheeks, under-eye area, or nasolabial folds. The effects are typically visible right away, making it an ideal treatment for those seeking immediate results.
For those who desire both volume restoration and a lifting effect, Dermal Fillers can be combined with Collagen Stimulators for synergistic effect.
Skin Boosters: Hydration and Smooth Texture
Skin Boosters, such as PROFHILO®, focus on enhancing the skin layer’s quality by deeply hydrating and improving elasticity. They work by providing essential moisture and nutrients to the skin, which results in smoother, glowing skin.
How They Work: Skin Boosters are injected into the dermis, the layer just below the epidermis (skin). They contain high concentrations of Hyaluronic Acid, which binds water and provides deep hydration. This treatment is often spread across the face in a series of injections to create an even, hydrated skin texture.
Benefits: Skin boosters are ideal for improving skin texture and hydration, particularly for those with dry or dull skin. They provide a subtle glow and smoother skin, giving it a more youthful appearance without altering the underlying volume or structure of the face.
Skin Boosters are perfect for those with dry or dehydrated skin. They can also be used preventively for younger individuals aiming to maintain youthful, healthy skin. Skin boosters are often combined with other treatments like Collagen Stimulators or Dermal Fillers for those seeking multiple benefits.
Skin Rejuvenators: Repairing and Rejuvenating the Skin
Skin Rejuvenators, such as PLINEST® and Rejuran®, are aesthetic injections treatments that focus on repairing damaged skin and stimulating collagen and elastin production. These treatments work at the skin layer to improve skin health, texture, and appearance.
How They Work: Skin Rejuvenators contain polynucleotides, which help repair damaged skin cells and promote skin regeneration. This helps improve skin elasticity, texture, and overall health, while also encouraging collagen production. Unlike Skin Boosters, which mainly focus on hydration, Skin Rejuvenators provide more comprehensive skin rejuvenation.
Benefits: Skin Rejuvenators help with a range of concerns, from improving skin texture and tone to addressing fine lines, wrinkles, and even acne scars. They are great for those who are looking for an overall boost in skin health, as they improve elasticity, hydration, and the regeneration of healthy skin cells.
How to Combine Treatments for Maximum Effect
These aesthetic injections treatments can be combined to address a variety of aesthetic concerns. For example, if an individual has deep creases and wants lifting, Dermal Fillers can be used alongside Collagen Stimulators to restore volume and tighten the skin.
If an individual struggles with dry skin or uneven texture, Skin Boosters like PROFHILO® or Skin Rejuvenators like Plinest® can be added to improve overall skin quality.
Too Old, Too Young?
The choice of treatment depends not on age, but on individual skin concerns and goals. An experienced, medically-trained aesthetics practitioner will assess your skin and facial structure to determine the best combination of injections for you.
Always remember that there is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to aesthetic treatments. Whether you are looking to fill deep wrinkles, restore volume, hydrate your skin, or rejuvenate your complexion, understanding the unique benefits of Collagen Stimulators, Dermal Fillers, Skin Boosters, and Skin Rejuvenators is the first step to achieving your aesthetics goals.
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