What is it?
Hyaluronic acid is a substance naturally present in the skin, responsible for hydration and maintaining skin volume. Over time, its quantity decreases, leading to:
- Loss of firmness
- Formation of wrinkles
- Facial sagging
Hyaluronic acid injections help restore volume, smooth the skin, and deeply hydrate it.
What is it used for?
The injections have several purposes depending on the area and the individual’s needs:
- Wrinkles and fine lines: Fill nasolabial folds, marionette lines, and perioral wrinkles.
- Volume restoration: Enhance the cheeks, chin, temples, or redefine the facial contour.
- Lips: Reshape, plump, or simply hydrate them.
- Nose: Correct small bumps or lift the tip (non-surgical rhinoplasty).
- Under-eye area: Reduce hollows or dark circles.
- Overall hydration: Improve skin quality without changing facial volume (skinbooster).
How the session works
Initial consultation: facial assessment, discussion of expectations, and choice of appropriate product.
Skin preparation: cleansing and, if necessary, application of a numbing cream.
Injection: performed using a cannula or needle, depending on the area.
Gentle massage: to evenly distribute the product.
Duration: approximately 20 to 45 minutes, depending on the treated areas.
Aftercare / Post-injection effects
- Temporary redness, mild swelling, or small bruises may appear for 24 to 72 hours.
- Avoid for 48 hours:
- Intense physical activity
- Saunas or steam rooms
- Sun exposure
- Facial massages
- Final results are visible after a few days, optimal after about 2 weeks.
- Duration of results: 6 to 18 months, depending on the product and treated area.
Contraindications
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Active autoimmune diseases
- Skin infections or inflammation in the treatment area (acne, herpes, etc.)
- Known allergy to hyaluronic acid (rare)
- Recent injection of a non-resorbable filler in the same area
Advantages
- Natural and immediate results
- Quick and minimally painful procedure
- Biocompatible and resorbable product
- Adjustable results
- Noticeable improvement in skin quality
Disadvantages / rare risks
- Temporary swelling or bruising
- Overcorrection (excess volume)
- Temporary asymmetry
- Inflammatory reaction (nodules, granulomas)
- Very rare risk of vascular occlusion (medical emergency)