Skin Boosters Frequently Asked Questions

Skin Boosters are made of Hyaluronic Acid which is injected into the skin to  provide deep skin hydration. they work by stimulating collagen & elasticity in the skin. Skin boosters improve the look and feel of the skin promoting a natural glow & radiance & slowing down the aging process by adding extra hydration to the  skin

Skin boosters are made of Hyaluronic acid the same as fillers but they  work differently, where as dermal fillers have a bonding agent to stay in one place plumping up the skin, restoring volume and filling lines and wrinkles. 

Skin boosters are a lightweight Hyaluronic Acid and a lot thinner in texture. Skin Boosters spread all over the area it is injected into to intensely hydrate, moisturise and improve overall skin quality.

Botox works intramuscular by relaxing the muscles preventing excessive movement and wrinkles forming. Although Botox can treat some muscles in the lower face it is mainly  used on the upper face whereas skin boosters are recommended for the id to lower face as well as some other  delicate areas of skin such as the décolleté, neck and hands  

For best results the first 3 skin booster treatments should be done 2-4 weeks apart and then maintained and topped up once or twice a year so every 6 -  12 months or when needed depending on skin condition & lifestyle factors 

For people who get wrinkles, skin laxity and crepiness, skin boosters are very beneficial. They improve  hydration, fill fine lines  &  wrinkles by tightening the skin, lifting and giving a younger appearance

The longevity of each skin booster varies depending on brand, maintenance, skin quality and life style factors such as smoking, drinki8ng, diet, water consumption metabolism but generally you can expect them to last between 6- 12 months 

Juvaderm Volite was declared winner at  the Aesthetic Medicine Awards. 

Profhilo, is also a leader in the market  as only 2 initial  treatments are needed then maintenance is recommended every 6-9 months.

Skin boosters are not painful although there may be some slight discomfort and they are fast to insert into the skin.