Biostimulators
Injectable treatments that stimulate the body's natural collagen production to restore volume and improve skin quality over time.
Radiesse
Radiesse is a dermal filler made from calcium hydroxylapatite microspheres suspended in a gel, which provides both immediate volume restoration and long-term skin rejuvenation.
When injected, Radiesse instantly smooths wrinkles and folds while stimulating the body’s natural collagen production over time. This dual action not only provides immediate lifting and contouring but also helps to improve skin texture and elasticity for a more youthful appearance.
This treatment is particularly effective for areas such as the neck and chest, where it can help improve skin laxity and smooth the pesky folds that develop with age.
The results can last up to a year or more, as the collagen stimulation continues even after the gel has been absorbed. Plus, because it works with your body’s own regenerative processes, the outcome looks natural and harmonious.
Sculptra is a unique injectable treatment designed to stimulate collagen production and restore volume in areas of the face affected by age-related volume loss. Unlike traditional dermal fillers that provide immediate results, Sculptra works gradually over several weeks to months. The main component of Sculptra is poly-L-lactic acid, a biocompatible and biodegradable substance that encourages the body to produce collagen. During the treatment, Sculptra is injected into specific areas, such as the cheeks, temples, and jawline, to address sagging skin, wrinkles, and hollowed areas.
The results from Sculptra are natural-looking and subtle, as they develop gradually with each session. Multiple treatment sessions are often recommended to achieve optimal outcomes. Sculptra is favored for its ability to stimulate collagen production, resulting in long-lasting improvements in skin texture and volume.
Some of our favorite treatment areas include: temples, lower face lifting, hip dip correction, and non-surgical BBL (our NuBooty)!
Sculptra
Radiesse FAQs
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Radiesse is a dermal filler that is used to add volume to the skin and smooth out wrinkles and folds. It is made of calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres suspended in a gel, which is injected into the skin to restore volume, enhance facial contours, and reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
What sets Radiesse apart from traditional HA dermal fillers is that it is a semipermanent filler combined with biostimulator capabilities. Radiesse adds immediate volume restoration, but also builds natural collagen production over time.
Hyperdilute Radiesse is a thinner preparation of Radiesse that allows it to be injected smoothly into more sensitive areas like the neck and chest. Radiesse works particularly well here to tighten the tissue and smooth fine lines for a more youthful appearance.
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Radiesse works by providing immediate volume to the treated area and stimulating the body's natural collagen production over time. The calcium microspheres in Radiesse act as a scaffold, which helps promote the production of collagen, a protein that gives skin its structure and elasticity.
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Our personal favorite areas for Radiesse injections are:
Neck and chest to lift and smooth
Hands to restore youthful volume
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Radiesse results typically last between 12 to 18 months, though some people experience longer-lasting results due to the collagen-stimulating effect. The longevity of results can depend on factors like the area treated, the amount used, and individual metabolism.
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After a Radiesse injection, you may experience:
Mild redness, swelling, or bruising at the injection sites
A feeling of tightness or fullness in the treated area These side effects usually subside within a few hours to a few days. You may see immediate results, with full effects visible after the swelling goes down.
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You will likely see immediate improvement in volume and contour after the procedure, but full results may take a few days to fully develop as swelling subsides and the product settles into place.
The results will continue to improve as the collagen boosting takes effect.
Sculptra FAQs
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Sculptra is an injectable dermal filler made from poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) that stimulates your skin to produce more collagen over time. Unlike traditional fillers that add volume directly, Sculptra works by gradually restoring facial volume and improving skin texture and elasticity, resulting in a more youthful and natural-looking appearance.
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Sculptra works by stimulating collagen production in the skin. When injected into the deeper layers of the skin, the poly-L-lactic acid in Sculptra encourages the skin to produce its own collagen. Over time, this helps restore lost volume, smooth out wrinkles, and improve skin texture, giving a more youthful and rejuvenated appearance.
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Sculptra is most commonly used for:
Facial wrinkles and folds (such as nasolabial folds, marionette lines, and smile lines)
Volume loss in the cheeks (to restore youthful contours)
Jawline definition (to add structure and shape)
Temples (to restore volume lost in the upper face)
Chin area (to address wrinkles and volume loss)
Back of the hands (to restore lost volume and reduce the appearance of veins and tendons)
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Most people require 2 to 3 treatments spaced about 4 to 6 weeks apart to achieve optimal results. The exact number of treatments depends on the areas being treated and the amount of volume loss.
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Sculptra results are gradual and typically take 4 to 6 weeks to become noticeable, as collagen stimulation takes time. The full results usually become visible within 3 to 6 months after the final treatment.
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Sculptra's results typically last 2 to 3 years. This is because it works by stimulating collagen production, which takes time to develop. Although the initial results are gradual, they can continue to improve over months and last much longer than some other fillers.
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Radiesse and Sculptra are both injectable dermal fillers, but they work in different ways. Radiesse, made of calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA), provides immediate volume while stimulating collagen production over time, making it ideal for restoring volume in areas like the cheeks, jawline, and hands. Its effects last about 12 to 18 months.
In contrast, Sculptra, composed of poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), works gradually by stimulating collagen production, offering more subtle and long-lasting results that can last 2 to 3 years. While Radiesse provides instant improvement, Sculptra requires multiple sessions and several weeks to see full effects, making it a better choice for those seeking a natural, gradual transformation.
Sculptra Pre & Post Care
After each treatment session with Sculptra there are a few easy things you will need to help with the treatment results.
ICE PACK: Within the first 24 hours of treatment, apply a cloth-wrapped ice pack to the treated area for a few minutes at a time. Never apply ice directly to the skin. The cold will help reduce common swelling.
FACIAL MASSAGES: Massage the treated area for 5 minutes 5 times a day for 5 days after treatment as recommended by your provider.
AVOID SUN EXPOSURE: Protecting your skin from the sun is always important, but after treatment, excessive sunlight and UV lamp exposure should be avoided until any initial swelling and redness go away. Apply sunscreen of 30 SPF or higher every 2 hours.
Remember, Sculptra works by gradually replacing lost collagen. It provides improvements subtly and results will not be immediate. Be sure to keep your follow up appointment for best results. Typically multiple treatments are necessary.
Post-Treatment
DO massage the treated areas 5 times a day for about 5 minutes for 5 days after treatment.
Avoid makeup for 24-48 hours.
Treated areas may be red, swollen, and bruised for the first 2-7 days.
Do NOT get a facial or massage for 2 weeks after your procedure.
Avoid strenuous workouts and alcohol for 24 hours.
If bruising occurs, continue Arnica supplements, DO apply topical Arnica gel, drink fresh pineapple juice, and/or take Bromelain supplements to help bruising resolve faster.
A few days after treatment, you will look as you did before treatment. This is normal, over time, Sculptra will replace lost collagen. Results are not typically realized for 4 months and typically require multiple treatments.