Skin changes develop gradually. A course may be recommended depending on the product and your starting point, followed by maintenance when appropriate.
Skin boosters
Skin boosters place small amounts of a hydrating product within or just beneath the skin. They’re used for skin quality rather than facial contouring. The product, treatment area and likely number of sessions are agreed after assessment.
Book this treatmentSmall bumps, redness, swelling or bruising are common for one to three days. Delicate areas may remain puffy for longer.
Is this the right treatment for you?
- Dehydrated or crepey-looking skin
- Fine lines
- Face, neck, décolletage or hands
- Clients wanting skin-quality improvement rather than added volume
What the treatment is used for.
- Supports hydration and radiance
- Can improve texture and elasticity
- Works well as a course
- Can treat areas that are not usually contoured with filler
What happens on the day.
After medical-history and consent checks, the area is cleaned and the product is placed using a series of injections. Small raised bumps can be visible immediately afterwards and usually settle.
Give it time to settle.
Results vary, and no exact finish or duration can be guaranteed. Use the recovery guidance above when choosing your date. We’ll explain what’s normal afterwards and give you written aftercare.
Look after the area while it settles.
- 01
Keep the area clean and avoid touching it unnecessarily
- 02
Avoid makeup until the following day
- 03
Avoid exercise, alcohol, saunas and excessive heat for 24–48 hours
- 04
Do not massage unless instructed
Increasing pain, marked colour change, spreading redness, heat, discharge or rapidly worsening swelling needs prompt review.
