Hyaluronic acid

Hyaluronic acid (HA) plays a crucial role in maintaining skin hydration and firmness. Naturally present in our body, HA is found in the skin and subcutaneous tissue, where it fills spaces and contributes to skin hydration. As we age, our skin’s HA content decreases by approximately half, leading to dryness, dullness, wrinkles, and fine lines on the face and body. Volume loss can give a tired, sunken, or sagging appearance.

Thanks to its benefits, HA is widely used in cosmetics, creams, serums, masks, as well as in aesthetic medicine through HA injections.

Scientific and technological advances now allow HA injections to restore skin hydration and volume, smooth wrinkles, and give our face and body a younger, revitalized appearance.

Using HA in aesthetic procedures offers many advantages. Since it’s naturally found in the body, the risk of allergies or intolerances is significantly reduced. Results from HA injections are immediate, offering near-instant satisfaction.

In the hands of an experienced aesthetic physician, HA can also correct imperfections not related to aging. For instance, it can refine a receding chin or uneven nasal bridge. Through careful analysis, it can improve a tired or downturned appearance, or accentuate masculine or feminine features as desired.

The face is one of the most commonly treated areas with HA injections. This procedure can fill wrinkles and folds, restore lost volume, and redefine facial contours. It is used to treat nasolabial folds, perioral lines, cheek depressions, and under-eye hollows.

Beyond volumizing effects, HA also improves skin texture by stimulating collagen and elastin production, essential for skin health and firmness. HA injections can thereby enhance skin elasticity, reduce acne scars, and improve complexion and quality.

HA injections are very popular for enhancing lip volume and shape. They create fuller, well-defined, and balanced lips, or simply restore hydration. HA can also smooth vertical lip lines.

HA injections can also enhance body appearance, notably in the buttocks. They can increase and reshape buttock volume, offering an alternative to implants or surgical solutions.

Hands are often overlooked in aesthetic care, but they are prone to early aging. HA injections can revitalize their appearance by filling hollows, reducing the visibility of veins, and improving skin texture.

These sensitive areas also show early signs of aging. HA injections can smooth wrinkles, firm the skin, and restore lost volume, resulting in a more harmonious and youthful appearance.

HA injections can also improve skin firmness on the arms, enhancing their overall appearance.

During the first consultation, our physicians assess skin quality, identify treatment areas, and discuss patient goals. This step is essential to understand each individual’s expectations and offer a personalized treatment. In recent years, lips have been a particularly trendy area of focus, with careful definition to highlight facial expression.

Hyaluronic acid is naturally degraded by the body, so the results are temporary. However, longevity varies based on the product and treated area, ranging from 6 to 24 months. This duration allows patients to enjoy prolonged results before needing another session.

What is hyaluronic acid ?

A naturally occurring molecule in our body, mainly in the skin and subcutaneous tissue. It plays a key role in skin hydration and firmness.

What signs of aging can HA combat ?

It helps counter wrinkles, fine lines, volume loss, and skin laxity caused by aging.

How do HA wrinkle fillers work ?

They are injected into the dermis and subcutaneous layers to fill wrinkles and restore volume, reshaping facial contours.

What does an injection session involve ?

After optional topical anesthesia, the aesthetic physician injects the filler using a fine needle or cannula. Discomfort is minimal.

What’s the difference between HA injections and Botox ?

Botulinum toxin (Botox) does not add volume; it relaxes facial muscles and is effective on dynamic wrinkles. HA restores volume and hydration.

Which facial areas can be treated with HA ?

In principle, all areas: under-eye hollows, cheekbones, marionette lines, hollow cheeks, eye contour, jawline, and lips are commonly treated.

Can skin laxity be treated with HA ?

Yes – by filling sunken areas, HA helps restore lost volume and improve skin firmness.

Is HA filler absorbable ?

Yes – HA is naturally absorbed by the body, with effects lasting from 6 to 24 months depending on the product and application area.

Are HA injections painful ?

The injection may feel like a slight pinch, but discomfort is typically minimal. A numbing cream can be applied for sensitive areas like the lips.

Can HA be combined with other anti-aging treatments ?

Yes – it can be combined with Botox, peels, or mesotherapy for optimal facial rejuvenation.

How does surgical facelift differ from HA wrinkle treatment ?

A surgical facelift removes excess skin and tightens the dermis for a younger appearance. HA injections are non-surgical interventions aimed at filling wrinkles and restoring volume. Our specialists will guide you on the advantages and limitations of each method based on your needs.