Skin Boosters in Aldershot, Hampshire

Skin boosters are composed primarily of hyaluronic acid (HA), a naturally occurring substance in the skin that retains moisture and promotes elasticity. They can also contain additional ingredients such as vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and amino acids to further enhance skin health.

By creating micro-injuries in the skin through the injection process, skin boosters stimulate the skin's natural healing response, promoting the production of collagen and elastin. This improves skin texture and firmness over time, and while not as dramatic as traditional fillers, can also help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by plumping the skin and improving its texture.

Sunekos can be used on the face, neck, décolletage and other areas of the body. Profhilo can be used on the face, neck and body. Commonly treated facial areas include the cheeks, forehead and around the mouth, and skin boosters can also be used on the hands to improve hydration and skin quality as they age.

Consultation: you'll have a consultation with your qualified practitioner to assess your skin condition and determine the right treatment plan.

Preparation: your skin is cleaned, and a topical anaesthetic may be applied to minimise discomfort.

Injection: using fine needles or cannulas, the skin booster is injected into the middle layer of the skin (the dermis). Multiple small injections are typically required to cover the treatment area.

Aftercare: you'll be advised to avoid intense exercise, excessive sun exposure, and touching or massaging the treated area immediately after your treatment.

For Sunekos, most patients have an initial course of 3 to 4 treatments 2 weeks apart, followed by one treatment every 6 months to maintain results. For Profhilo, most patients have 2 to 3 treatments around 4 weeks apart, followed by 6-monthly maintenance.

Both Sunekos and Profhilo treatments typically take around 30 minutes.

Recovery time is usually 12 to 48 hours, with some swelling and redness at the injection sites.

Initial improvements in hydration and radiance can be seen within a few days, with full results, including improved texture and elasticity, developing over a few weeks as collagen production is stimulated. With Sunekos, final results are usually seen from 4 weeks. With Profhilo, a noticeable improvement is usually seen after 4 weeks following a single treatment.

Results can last from 6 months to a year, depending on the product used and your individual skin. Periodic treatments every 6 to 12 months are recommended to maintain results.

Common side effects include temporary swelling, redness, bruising and slight discomfort at the injection sites, which typically resolve within a few days. As with any injectable treatment, there's a rare risk of infection, allergic reaction or uneven results, having your treatment performed by a qualified, experienced practitioner is essential to minimise these risks.