Dermal filler injections smooth wrinkles, fill in scars, and plump lips. They are also used to treat facial acne and dark circles under the eye and even remove unwanted hair.
But hyaluronic acid has many more uses than just filling in wrinkles and removing unwanted hair. It also plays a role in skin health and hydration.
What Is the Natural Role of Hyaluronic Acid in the Body?
Hyaluronic acid is one of the most important elements of human tissue. It is found throughout the body and performs many functions. For example, it acts as a lubricant in joints and protects tissues against dehydration.
It also helps maintain proper fluid levels within cells. As we age, elastin and collagen lose their ability to hold onto water and retain moisture. As a result, these molecules become brittle and break down over time, making skin look aged and sagged.
Hyaluronic acid helps keep skin hydrated, youthful, and smooth. In addition, there are many more beneficial effects related to this naturally occurring acid when used as a filler.
What Is a Hyaluronic Acid Injection?
Hyaluronic acid injections work by injecting hyaluronic acid into the skin. This substance helps retain moisture and plump up the skin. It works best for areas like the face, where it can help smooth out wrinkles and improve the appearance of fine lines.
When Is Injectable Hyaluronic Acid Appropriate?
Injectable hyaluronic acids are used to fill lines and wrinkles, smooth skin, reduce puffiness, and improve hydration. However, there are some things you should know about injectables before receiving them.
First, it is important to understand what causes wrinkles. Wrinkles develop over time due to sun damage, aging, genetics, smoking, stress, poor diet, alcohol consumption, and lack of sleep. Wrinkles start forming around the eyes, forehead, mouth, and neck area.
There are many different types of injectables, including Juvederm Vollure, Restylane Lyft, Restylane Silk, Restylane SubQ, and Voluma. Each type works differently depending on how deep you want to treat the wrinkle.
If you are looking to get rid of fine lines and wrinkles, injectables work best on the face. You can use injectables anywhere on the body, but the most common places include under the chin, around the lips, cheeks, and nose.
Hyaluronic Acid Fillers for Facial Volume Restoration
Smooth gel hyaluronic acid has many cosmetic purposes:
- It works well for correcting moderate to severe volume loss. It is usually injected into the cheeks, lips, and periorbital regions. It provides immediate volume augmentation and lasts up to six months. However, it cannot be used in patients with allergies or hypersensitivity reactions to the product.
- Hyaluronic acid is one of nature’s most powerful moisturizing agents. It attracts moisture into the skin while keeping it where it belongs—in the dermal layers of the skin. This makes it ideal for use in anti-aging products because it keeps skin looking younger longer.
- The body produces less hyaluronic acid over time, and this leads to signs of aging like fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging skin. Adding gel hyaluronic acid filler to your skincare regimen can help reduce aging signs and restore youthful radiance. Helps keep your skin looking firm
Because hyaluronic acid is present throughout the entire dermis layer of the epidermis, it provides support for the collagen fibers that hold your skin together. When you add hyaluronic acid treatments to your routine, you increase the amount of collagen in your skin and therefore firm up your appearance.
If hyaluronic acid seems like the perfect solution to your skin needs, contact us at Medicis Medical Spa today. We’d be happy to answer any questions or concerns you may have and will get you in for a consultation too.
