Restylane injections have revolutionized the treatment against age-related signs such as wrinkles, fine lines and wrinkles. This dermal filler is FDA approved and is a biodegradable, non-animal stabilized hyaluronic acid, also known as NASHA. Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance in all living organisms and is the substance that gives volume and adds fullness to the skin.
Restylane is a hyaluronic acid gel produced by the Streptococcus bacterium that eliminates fine lines around the eyes, nose, cheeks and mouth. In addition, it adds volume to the lips and hollow cheeks, giving them definition and significantly reducing acne scars. The face acquires a better outline appearance.
The results of Restylane injections are more long-lasting than those of Botox, lasting approximately 6 to 18 months. People who show early signs of aging usually benefit most from Restylane, while those with more advanced stages of aging prefer Botox.
Everything you need to know about Restylane injections
Restylane injections are a type of hyaluronic acid dermal filler that is so natural-looking that no one will know a cosmetic enhancement was done. The gel is designed to mimic the body’s natural hyaluronic acid, which brings fullness, hydration and elasticity to the skin.
The Restylane portfolio is suitable for people over 21 and includes:
- Restylane®
- Restylane-L
- Restylane Kysse
- Restylane Silk
- Restylane Contour
- Restylane Lyft
- Restylane Refyne
- Restylane Defyne
- Restylane Eyelight
Due to age, the skin begins to change, becoming thinner, looser and full of wrinkles. It doesn’t look as plump as it used to. Facial aging begins in the 20s due to a combination of hormones and genetic factors and natural aging, along with sun exposure, stress and smoking. As we age, hyaluronic acid, elastin and collagen levels decrease in the skin, which leads to loss of volume and the onset of lines and wrinkles.
Restylane is a dermal filler that smoothes and softens wrinkles and lines. It is a product with the revolutionary XpresHAn™ technology that gives natural, soft filling and results without complications such as stiffness and stiffness. There may be temporary side effects such as bruising, swelling and itching, and there may also be some minor cases of pain and headache.
How Restylane injections work
Restylane provides volume under the skin for those who have lost collagen and other tissues. It helps to smooth and lift the skin to make it look firmer. Restylane injects hyaluronic acid under the skin, which adheres to it and the water in the hyaluronic acid provides volume. It also attracts more moisture, which helps maintain volume.
Procedure for Restylane injections
Restylane is a fairly simple cosmetic procedure. It can take as little as an hour in the office with local anesthesia and no incisions.
- The treatment zone will be washed with an antiseptic and the injection sites will be determined by the doctor.
- The doctor will also decide how much Restylane is needed.
- An extremely fine needle will be used to inject Restylane under the skin.
Types of Restylane injections
There are different types of Restylane, each of which is applied to specific areas of the face such as cheeks, lips, folds and wrinkles. Although they are hyaluronic acid based fillers, they are all designed to be unique because of their purpose.
- In fact, Silk is the first FDA approved set of dermal fillers and is created for the purpose of enhancing the smoothness of the lips along with the skin in the mouth area.
- This product is specifically designed to enhance the cheeks, mid-face contour and laugh lines.
- Restylane is mainly used to enhance lips and treat wrinkles around the mouth and eyes.
- Restylane Refyne is injected into the “creases”, which connect the nose and the corners of the mouth.
- It is used for wrinkles around the mouth and nose.
Risks or side effects of Restylane injections
Any procedure carries a degree of risks or side effects and those associated with Restylane treatments include:
- bleeding at the injection site
- allergic reaction
- contamination
- filling irregularities
- pain or itching at the injection site
- swelling
- bruises
- headache
- tenderness
These symptoms usually go away on their own in 7 to 18 days, depending on the area treated.
How long does it take
The results of Restylane injections vary depending on the area of application, the type of product formula and the individual metabolic rate. Lip fillers are thinner and more flexible than cheek or wrinkle fillers, which have a thicker consistency. The duration of effects ranges from 6 months to 18 months.
- Restylane and Restylane-L are used to treat facial wrinkles and folds and their effect lasts up to 18 months or more.
- Restylane Contour: It has a long-lasting effect used on the cheeks and can stay up to 18 months.
- Restylane Kysse: Used for lips and has visible results for up to 1 year.
- Restylane Defyne: Treatment for facial wrinkles, nasolabial folds, marionette lines and chin lasts up to 1 year.
- Restylane Lyft: Lasts about 12 months on cheeks and about 6 months on nasolabial folds and hands.
- Restylane Refyne: Results for facial folds and wrinkles and marionette lines are up to 1 year.
- Restylane Silk: For lips and lines around the mouth, results last between 5-6 months.
- Restylane Eyelight: The treatment has a duration that can last about 18 months in the area under the eyes.
Ease:
- The procedure is quite simple and is done in the doctor’s office with local anesthesia.
- The procedure usually takes less than an hour and the patient can leave immediately afterwards.
- Recovery takes less than a day for one to return to their normal routine.
Cost of Restylane injections:
The cost ranges between $275 and $700 and depends on what you are doing and the number of injections used. Sold with the syringe, which starts at $275. This treatment is not covered by health insurance as it is an optional cosmetic enhancement. Some doctors offer financing programs or have installment plans.
Effectiveness:
The results are almost immediate since the injected hyaluronic acid begins to smooth wrinkles immediately. Within a week or two, the full results of Restylane injections can be seen. Restylane products are used for various purposes, which depend on the location of the wrinkles on the face or hands. Some of its uses include lip plumping, cheek augmentation, reducing eye puffiness and correcting lines around the mouth.
Who should avoid Restylane injections?
Anyone who answers “Yes” to any of the points listed below should not use it.
- Immunocompromised
- allergy to bacterial protein
- pregnant or breastfeeding
- taking blood thinners
- under 21 years of age
What to expect after Restylane injections
Healing time varies between individuals and depends on the number of injections received and the area in which they were given. One can expect some symptoms, such as swelling, redness or bruising, which take about a week to subside. Patients are advised to avoid sun exposure as this may cause more swelling or bruising.
One can return to their normal routine after a day and the full results of the treatment can be seen within a week of the procedure. Since the products add volume when injected, immediate results will also be seen.
These are not permanent fillers, so to maintain the results, the treatment will need to be repeated after 6 and 18 months, depending on the type of treatment received.
Preparation for Restylane treatment
To keep bruising to a minimum, it is best to stop taking certain medications about two weeks before treatment. These are,
- aspirin
- fish oil
- Vitamin E
- ibuprofen
- Balsamwort
Before and after the procedure, a popular over-the-counter product, Arnica, can be administered to reduce bruising and swelling.
