Get That Glow Back
Skin Boosters are similar to dermal fillers in that they contain hyaluronic acid (HA) and amino acids that support skin health. They serve a slightly different purpose: rather than plumping or contouring the face, they help support the skin’s hydration, which is important for a healthy-looking glow. They’re often used for crepey skin and very fine lines.
Who can have them, who can’t?
Most people are suitable for skin booster treatment, including those with darker skin types. It’s most beneficial for those looking to support the glow of their skin, and those with acne scarring. It can also be used alongside PRP, which works particularly well on the chest area to help with crepey skin.
Post Care
After the treatment the area will be slightly swollen and small lumps may be evident on the skin, these lumps will begin to reside within a few days. We place our patients under the LED light afterwards to help minimise bruising and swelling – this is complimentary.
Things to avoid post treatment:
- Avoid make up for 6 hours (if possible)
- Avoid exercise for the rest of the day (next morning is fine)
- No massages or facials for 2 weeks
- Avoid active products (ie vitamin A or AHA/BHA’s) for 24 hours
Risks?
With any form of injectables there carries risks. The most common side effects are bruising and swelling, and the less common side effects can include infections and granulomas. If you notice anything unusual you should contact the clinic immediately.
Preparation
Prior treatment:
We recommend ceasing any medications or supplements that may thin the blood up to 2 weeks prior to treatment. If you are on prescription medications – this must be cleared by your doctor before ceasing. Doing this will reduce the risk of bruising. Any topical retinol creams (vitamin A) should be ceased 5 days prior to treatment also. Numbing cream will be applied to the area 30 mins prior also.
During treatment:
After the numbing cream is taken off the area will be disinfected with chlorhexidine to reduce the chance of infection. Small micro punctures will be made to place the product intradermally.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Pregnancy or breast feeding
- Active acne near the area being treated.
- Presence of cold sores
Due to the use of needles entering the skin throughout this treatment, there is some downtime due to the risk of bruising. This bruising is usually very minimal due to small needle used and depth of injections – however this will vary from patient to patient.
Depending on the area being treated this will of course vary. For the face we recommend 1 – 2 mL’s per treatment with 2 treatments required about 6 weeks apart. A very common area that we treat with skin boosters are the hands – this requires 1mL per hand.
Results can last up to 9 months, however after the initial treatments many patients will have a top up treatment at about 9 – 12 months.
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