Skin boosters in Lancaster
Skin boosters are injectable treatments aimed at the quality of the skin itself: hydration, elasticity and texture. This page explains how they work, how they differ from fillers, and what to expect at our Lancaster clinic.
Quick answer
Skin boosters are injectable treatments that place small amounts of hyaluronic acid into the skin to improve hydration, elasticity and overall skin quality, rather than to add volume like a filler. At Naomi Waite Aesthetics in Lancaster, options include Profhilo and Seventy Hyal, and your practitioner recommends a plan after a consultation.
What are skin boosters?
Hyaluronic acid occurs naturally in the skin and helps it hold moisture, which keeps it supple and plump. Levels fall with age, and the skin can start to look drier, thinner and more lined. Skin boosters are injectable treatments that deliver small amounts of hyaluronic acid into the skin to improve hydration, elasticity and overall skin quality.
Skin boosters offered at Naomi Waite Aesthetics include Profhilo, a hyaluronic acid injectable for skin that is losing elasticity and firmness, and Seventy Hyal, which combines hyaluronic acid with amino acids. Your practitioner will explain which, if either, suits your skin.
Skin boosters are a separate category from dermal fillers and polynucleotides. Fillers are used to add volume and contour to specific areas, whereas skin boosters are aimed at the condition of the skin across a treated area.
Who skin boosters may suit
Skin boosters may be considered on the face, neck, décolletage and hands, and some products can be used on other areas of the body. Suitability is always confirmed at consultation, after your practitioner has looked at your skin and reviewed your medical history.
They may suit you if you have noticed any of the following:
- Skin that is losing elasticity or firmness
- Thin skin that lacks plumpness
- Crepey texture
- Fine lines
- Dry, dehydrated or sun-damaged skin
- A dull or tired-looking complexion
What to expect from skin booster treatment
Your practitioner starts with a consultation covering your skin, your goals, your medical and aesthetic treatment history and any medicines you take. They will explain the possible risks and recommend a product and plan.
Treatment usually takes around 30 minutes, depending on the area. A numbing cream may be applied first, and the product is placed with a fine needle at a number of points across the area. Some skin boosters are given as a course of appointments spaced apart, followed by maintenance treatments.
Results develop as the skin responds and are temporary, varying with age, lifestyle and skin health. Mild redness, swelling, sensitivity and bruising can occur, and your practitioner will explain any other risks before you consent.
Skin booster aftercare
Before treatment, avoid alcohol for 24 hours and come with minimal make-up on the areas to be treated. Tell your practitioner about any medicines you take, including blood thinners, which can increase bruising. If you get cold sores, mention it at consultation, and if you have an active cold sore on the day, treatment cannot go ahead.
After treatment, the clinic's guidance includes:
- Avoid alcohol for 24 hours
- Avoid applying make-up over the injection points for 12 hours
- Avoid intense heat, such as saunas, sunbeds and sunbathing, until redness and swelling have settled, and follow the timing your practitioner gives you
- Expect some redness at the injection points, and a temporary pink highlighting of fine lines that settles over a few days
- Apply a cold pack to help with bruising, which can be covered with make-up the next day
- Contact the clinic straight away if you have any adverse effects
Skin booster prices in Lancaster
The cost of skin boosters depends on the product, the area treated and the number of appointments in your plan. Current prices are on our prices page, and your practitioner will confirm the cost of your plan at your consultation.
Skin boosters: frequently asked questions
Answers to the questions we are asked most often about skin boosters. Anything else can be covered at your consultation.
Related treatments and guides
Skin boosters are one of several ways to work on skin quality. Depending on your concern, your practitioner may also discuss the options below.
- Polynucleotides
- Dermal fillers
- Microneedling
- Dehydrated skin
- Fine lines and wrinkles
Frequently asked questions
Skin boosters are injectable treatments that place small amounts of hyaluronic acid into the skin to improve hydration, elasticity and skin quality. They are not dermal fillers, which are used to add volume and contour. At Naomi Waite Aesthetics in Lancaster, the options include Profhilo and Seventy Hyal.
A numbing cream is usually applied before treatment, and the product is placed with a fine needle, so discomfort is generally mild. Everyone's sensitivity is different, and your practitioner will talk you through how comfort is managed at your consultation.
It depends on the product and your skin. Some skin boosters are given as a course of appointments spaced apart, and because results are temporary, maintenance treatments may be recommended. Your practitioner will set out a plan for you after assessing your skin.
Redness at the injection points, mild swelling, sensitivity and bruising can occur, and some people see a temporary pink highlighting of fine lines for a few days. How long these last varies. Your practitioner will explain what to expect and what to avoid, such as make-up over the injection points for 12 hours.
Suitability depends on your skin, your medical and aesthetic history and the medicines you take, all of which are reviewed at consultation. If you have an active cold sore, treatment cannot go ahead that day. If skin boosters are not right for you, your practitioner will explain other options.
The price depends on the product used, the area treated and how many appointments your plan includes. Current prices are on our prices page, and your practitioner will confirm the cost at your consultation in Lancaster.
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