We get questions all the time about Restylane® Skinboosters™, what are they, how do they work etc…

Well firstly, Skinboosters are NOT an anti-wrinkle injection (a neurotoxin like Botulinum Toxin or Dysport), nor are they a dermal filler.

Skinboosters are however an injectable treatment that must be performed by a trained medical practitioner.

Below we delve into the most commonly asked questions…

Introduction

An indispensible, brand new concept in skin improvement. Looking and feeling your best, day to day, is so important. The balance of the inner and outer, the combination of emotional joie de vivre and your skin always at is best, is what Restylane Skinboosters can offer.

Now, Restylane Skinboosters harness the scientifically-proven power of stabilised hyaluronic acid (HA) to deliver hydration deep within the skin, where it’s needed most. This improves skin quality and gives skin a noticeable glow and hydration proven to last.

About hyaluronic acid

Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a water-loving substance that occurs naturally in everyone’s body. It has many functions, one of which is maintaining hydration levels in the skin. To do this, it attracts and binds water molecules in the skin, thus giving it its firmness, elasticity and radiance. However, as we age, our HA quality diminishes. This can result in dull, dry skin.

How do Restylane Skinboosters work?

Restylane Skinboosters work from the inside out to replenish the body’s natural reserves of HA. The treatment involves hydrating microinjections of the soft, gel-like substance hyaluronic acid (HA) into the skin, which are administered by a qualified aesthetic practitioner.

This means that Restylane Skinboosters work to improve the skin’s quality by boosting hydration levels deep within the skin, for results that can be seen on the skin’s surface everyday — effectively increasing overall smoothness, elasticity, firmness, and radiance.

Who is it for?

Restylane Skinboosters™ offer a subtle, gradual change in skin quality and elasticity. What you get is a natural but noticeably invigorated look to your skin.

Restylane Skinboosters™ are versatile treatments that can be used:

For men and women of all skin types
For people with younger or more mature skin
For the face, neck, hands and décolletage
For people who want to improve skin structure, e.g. in acne-scarred or photo-damaged skin

How many treatments do I need to see results?

Restylane Skinboosters™ consist of multiple very fine injections into the chosen area of skin in order to gradually improve skin quality and give it a healthy glow. While you may see results after just one treatment, for optimal results we advise that you receive an initial ‘start-up’ course, usually treatment sessions, 4 weeks apart.

Your body will gradually break down the HA in Restylane Skinboosters™ over the course of several months. To sustain your wonderful skin, it is recommended to have regular maintenance treatments, approximately every 6 months.

What can I expect before, during and after my Skinboosters treatment?

Restylane Skinboosters™ consist of an initial treatment session where the HA is injected into the skin in order to improve skin quality and give it a healthy glow. Below are some details of what to expect on the way to hydrated, wonderful skin. Ask your practitioner for any additional details or advice specific to you.

BEFORE TREATMENT

Talk to your practitioner about:

Current medication (such as aspirin or anti-coagulants)
Immuno-diseases
Allergies
Earlier aesthetic treatments
Pregnancy or breast-feeding

DURING TREATMENT

During the procedure, some people may experience a certain level of discomfort. The injected solution may contain a mild anaesthetic or your practitioner may administer a topical anaesthetic prior to the treatment that helps make the treatment more comfortable.

AFTER TREATMENT

Following the treatment, you may experience slight redness or minor bruising around the treatment areas, this should subside after a few days. Your practitioner may recommend a clean cooling pad to help reduce swelling. Avoid excessive sun or extreme cold at least until any initial swelling/redness resolves. To maintain your wonderful skin, it is recommended to have regular maintenance treatments, approximately every 6 months.

COMPLEMENT YOUR TREATMENT

Enhance the hydrating effects of Restylane Skinboosters™ with the Restylane® skincare line. These skincare products contain the same type of HA found in Restylane Skinboosters™ as well as other ingredients to promote hydration and anti-ageing effects.

Restylane® skincare products include:

Facial Cleanser
Day Cream
Day Cream SPF 15
Whitening Day Cream
Night Cream
Night Serum
Eye Serum
Hand Cream
Recover Cream.

Your specialist practitioner will provide you with more specific details. Or contact Galderma on their details below for a list of stockists for the Restylane skin care range.

Can I have Skinboosters with other aesthetic treatments?

Restylane Skinboosters™ can be used as a stand-alone treatment, but can also be used in combination with other aesthetic treatments, such as Restylane® fillers. Speak to your practitioner who will guide you towards the best product and treatment schedule to achieve what you’re looking for.

What does it cost?

Could range from R2000 to R4000 per treatment (as at Feb 2016), however, it is important to check exact prices with your doctor/clinics as these prices may vary.

Where can I have a Skinboosters treatment in South Africa?

There are many plastic surgeons and Gps with a special interest in aesthetics offering the Skinboosters treatment all over South Africa.

Please contact Galderma on their details below for a full list of trained medical professionals that can offer you Skinboosters.

If they are not on the Galderma list, then they are not a trained professional nor are they providing you with real Skinboosters and are harmful to you.

Efficacy & safety profile

HA has a substantial history of cosmetic and medical use — and its efficacy and safety been proven in many clinical trials. The HA formulation used in Restylane Skinboosters, for example, is based on world’s most documented injectable non-animal hyaluronic acid: Restylane. Restylane has become a globally renowned brand with 16 years of research and 15 million treatments to its name since 1996.

Restylane Skinboosters are Restylane Vital and Restylane Vital Light – a brand new approach to deep skin hydration, brought to market by the Swedish-based Q-Med, a division of the Galderma pharmaceutical company.

About Q-Med – Q-Med is a global leader in aesthetic and corrective treatments. We offer a comprehensive portfolio of science-based aesthetic solutions, including the brands Restylane and Emervel. Since 2011, Q-Med has been wholly owned by Galderma, a pharmaceutical company with nearly 4,000 employees specialised in dermatology and a presence in more than 70 countries. The site in Uppsala, Sweden, is Galderma’s Global Center of Excellence for aesthetic and corrective solutions with state-of-the-art research, development and manufacturing facilities.

Contact Galderma South Africa

Website: www.galderma.co.za

Email: info.sa@galderma.com

Phone: 011 706 2339

Rochelle Friedman

Aesthetic Appointment | Website

Rochelle is the founder and driving force behind Aesthetic Appointment. With a passion for the aesthetics and pro-ageing industry in South Africa, she has been in the aesthetic publishing industry since 2012, dedicated to creating a valuable platform for insights and knowledge, bridging the gap between patients and doctors - delivering reliable, medical-based information. Rochelle firmly believes in the power of a good skincare regimen, especially when started at home, and is committed to educating consumers about the myriad of treatments, procedures, and products available to them.