Skin boosters are injectable treatments designed to improve the quality, hydration and overall health of the skin rather than add volume or reshape facial features. Most contain hyaluronic acid, a substance naturally found in the body that helps attract and retain moisture within the skin.

By improving skin hydration and elasticity, skin boosters can help reduce the appearance of fine lines, improve skin texture and restore a healthy-looking glow. They are suitable for patients who wish to refresh their skin while maintaining a natural appearance.

No. Although many skin boosters and dermal fillers contain hyaluronic acid, they are designed for different purposes.

Dermal fillers are used to restore lost volume, enhance facial contours or define features such as the lips, cheeks or jawline.

Skin boosters are formulated to spread evenly within the skin, where they improve hydration, skin quality and elasticity without significantly changing facial shape or adding volume.

No. While many skin boosters are based on hyaluronic acid, they differ in their formulation, concentration, manufacturing technology and intended use.

Some products are designed primarily to improve hydration, while others also support skin elasticity, smoothness or long-term skin quality. Different products may be better suited to different skin types, treatment areas or patient concerns.

Skin boosters are injectable treatments designed to improve skin quality, hydration and overall skin health, but they are not the same. They differ in their ingredients, manufacturing technology, concentration of active ingredients and intended clinical use.

• SKINVIVE™ by JUVÉDERM® (marketed in some countries and in the past in the UK as JUVÉDERM® VOLITE) uses VYCROSS® hyaluronic acid technology to improve skin hydration, smoothness and radiance while maintaining a natural appearance.
• Belotero® Revive combines cross-linked hyaluronic acid with glycerol, helping to improve hydration, skin texture and elasticity while restoring a healthy glow.
• Restylane® Vital is formulated for skin requiring more intensive hydration and is commonly selected for thicker or more mature skin with signs of ageing.
• Restylane® Vital Light contains a lower concentration of hyaluronic acid and is often chosen for younger skin, finer skin or delicate treatment areas where a lighter approach is appropriate.
• Teosyal® Redensity 1 is a unique skin revitalisation treatment containing non-cross-linked hyaluronic acid together with a patented blend of amino acids, antioxidants, minerals and vitamins. It is designed to improve skin quality, hydration and luminosity, particularly in patients with dull, dehydrated or environmentally damaged skin.
• Mesoestetic® skin boosters combine hyaluronic acid with carefully selected active ingredients to target concerns such as dehydration, loss of elasticity and early signs of skin ageing. Different formulations are available to address individual skin needs and may be recommended as part of a personalised skin health programme.

Although these treatments share the common goal of improving skin quality, no single product is suitable for every patient. The most appropriate choice depends on your skin condition, age, medical history, lifestyle, treatment area and desired outcome.

During your consultation at Novello Skin, your practitioner will carry out a comprehensive skin assessment and recommend the treatment that is most appropriate for your individual needs. In some cases, we may advise an alternative treatment such as polynucleotides, collagen stimulators, regenerative therapies or energy-based devices or combined treatments if these are more likely to achieve your goals.

The recommended number of sessions depends on the product’s formulation and how it works within the skin. Some products, such as JUVÉDERM® VOLITE/SKINVIVE™, are designed to provide prolonged hydration after a single treatment, whereas others, including Belotero® Revive, Restylane® Skinboosters and Teosyal® Redensity 1, achieve optimal results through a course of treatments with cumulative improvements in skin quality.

PROFHILO^® course is recommended as a course of 2 treatments one month apart with maintenance every 6 months as 1-2 sessions per cycle.

Skin boosters are suitable for the most people with the first signs of ageing and, also, for women undergoing menopausal changes when skin can feel drier and more sensitive. Your medical practitioner will tailor treatment plan to meet your skin needs and would advise if there ae any contraindications.

The contrast between skin boosters and mesotherapy is in the additional components of the mesotherapy cocktails, which can include vitamins, minerals, amino acids, antioxidants and plant extracts. In this way, mesotherapy allows for the treatment of a wider range of conditions such as pigmentation, scars, cellulite, alopecia, and stretch marks, along with improving rough, dull, lacklustre skin. Mesotherapy cocktails are injected into the middle layer of the skin, while injectable moisturisers plump and hydrate from just below the surface- the injections are shallower.

Combining skin boosters with other aesthetic treatments can increase their results significantly. They are successfully used alongside active skin care, micro-needling (Dermaroller), dermal fillers, energy-based devices, pigmentation and anti-wrinkle treatments. Especially, skin boosters in conjunction with micro-needling, dermal fillers and energy-based devices such as Secret PRO, Laser Genesis by Cutera are more popular, as it is highly effective in delivering the best clinical results. This synergetic combination is called “Gel Needle Lifting”, where skin boosters offer skin hydration and plumping, along with the collagen stimulating and skin-resurfacing properties of micro-needling technique.

In addition, complementing skin boosters with muscle-relaxing injections for wrinkle-reducing purpose improves the response to Hyaluronic Acid through muscle relaxation.

Some slight discomfort during injections is possible. The most of our clients at Novello Skin find treatment more comfortable than they thought. Some redness, swelling and pin prick bruising could take 48 hours to settle. There is reduced number of injections with Profhilo, making this treatment easy to manage and recovery is much quicker.

Your medical practitioner will provide you with necessary after care instructions.

Aftercare & Safety Information

Your treatment has been performed using a medical-grade skin booster to improve skin hydration and quality. Following these aftercare instructions will help minimise side effects and support optimal results.

Immediately after treatment

It is normal to experience some temporary effects, including:

• Redness
• Mild swelling
• Tenderness
• Bruising
• Small bumps or injection marks
• A feeling of tightness or firmness

These reactions usually settle within a few hours to several days, although bruising may occasionally last up to two weeks.

For the first 24 hours

We recommend that you:

• Avoid touching, rubbing or massaging the treated area unless specifically advised by your practitioner.
• Do not apply make-up for at least 12 hours.
• Keep the skin clean and avoid unnecessary handling.
• Avoid strenuous exercise.
• Avoid alcohol where possible, as it may increase bruising.
• Drink plenty of water to support hydration.

For the first 48 hours

Please avoid:

• Saunas, steam rooms and hot tubs.
• Very hot baths or showers.
• Excessive sun exposure.
• Sunbeds.
• Swimming pools where possible.
• Facial treatments, including massage, chemical peels, microneedling, laser or radiofrequency procedures.

During the first two weeks

• Protect your skin with a broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher every day.
• Continue using a gentle skincare routine.
• Avoid introducing new active skincare products unless advised.
• Follow any personalised aftercare instructions provided during your consultation.

• Saunas, steam rooms and hot tubs.

• Sunbeds.

• Facial treatments, including massage, chemical peels, microneedling, laser or radiofrequency procedures.

When will I see the results?

Some improvement in hydration may be noticeable within the first few days. However, skin quality continues to improve over the following weeks as the product integrates within the skin.

Depending on the product used, optimal results may develop after a course of treatment or following a single session, according to your personalised treatment plan.

Possible side effects

Like all injectable procedures, skin boosters may cause temporary side effects, including:

• Redness
• Swelling
• Bruising
• Tenderness
• Itching
• Small palpable lumps
• Mild discomfort
• Temporary asymmetry while swelling settles

These effects are usually mild and resolve without treatment.

Rare complications

Although uncommon, more serious complications can occur with any injectable treatment, including:

• Infection
• Allergic or inflammatory reactions
• Delayed-onset nodules
• Persistent swelling
• Reactivation of cold sores in susceptible individuals
• Vascular occlusion (blockage of a blood vessel), which requires urgent medical assessment and treatment

Your practitioner has been trained to recognise and manage complications promptly should they occur. Please, contact your medical practitioner as soon as concern arise.

When should I contact us urgently?

Please contact Novello Skin immediately if you experience:

• Severe or worsening pain.
• Skin becoming pale, white, grey, dusky or mottled.
• Blistering of the skin.
• Increasing redness or swelling after the first 48 hours.
• Pus or signs of infection.
• Fever or feeling generally unwell.
• Sudden visual disturbance, blurred vision or loss of vision (call 999 immediately and inform us without delay).

Early assessment is essential if a complication is suspected.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Skin booster treatments are not recommended during pregnancy or whilst breastfeeding due to insufficient safety data!

Future treatments

Please inform any healthcare professional treating you that you have recently received injectable treatment, particularly before undergoing dental procedures, vaccinations, surgery or other aesthetic treatments.

Always allow sufficient time between different aesthetic procedures as advised by your practitioner.

Follow-up

Some patients benefit from a review appointment to assess treatment outcomes and discuss whether additional sessions or maintenance treatments are appropriate.

If you have any questions or concerns following your treatment, please contact Novello Skin. We are here to support you throughout your treatment journey.

Medical Disclaimer

All medical aesthetic procedures carry potential risks as well as benefits. A full medical consultation, including discussion of alternative treatment options, expected outcomes and possible complications, will always take place before treatment. Results vary between individuals and cannot be guaranteed.

Off-label Use

Some skin booster treatments may be used off-label, meaning they are administered in a way that differs from the manufacturer’s licensed indication. This may include treatment of different anatomical areas or the use of alternative injection techniques based on current clinical evidence and individual patient needs.

Where an off-label treatment is recommended, this will always be discussed with you during your consultation by your prescribing medical professional. The reasons for the recommendation, available evidence, potential benefits, possible risks and alternative treatment options will be explained in full. No off-label treatment is undertaken without informed consent.

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