SKIN BOOSTERS

Skin boosters are a safe treatment, which uses very lightweight hyaluronic acid. Injections are superficial, away from nerves and vessels, so risks are minimal. 

It is recommended to have 2 to 3 sessions initially, these sessions being four weeks apart. The first session aims to hydrate within the first four weeks, as the hyaluronic acid attracts water molecules to the surface of the skin, the second session and third session boost the effects and ensure longevity. Skin boosters are not permanent. After your initial sessions, it is beneficial to have one session every 8 - 12 months to maintain your results. 

• Do not book any facial or dental appointments two weeks post anti-wrinkle treatment

• Do not drink excess amounts of alcohol 24 hours pre or post treatment

• Discontinue blood thinning medication 7 days prior to treatment, as they may increase the risk of bruising, this includes aspirin and ibuprofen (please check with your GP before stopping prescribed medication)

• You may be unsuitable for your treatment if you become unwell, develop a skin infection, are pregnant or breastfeeding - please contact us as soon as you can to reschedule/cancel your treatment

• Do not use any retinol or glycolic acid 3 days prior to treatment

• Attend appointments in no make up as make up will removed from treatment area

• Make sure you check our 'Contact' page for details on how to get to us, including travel options, parking, etc. 

When you arrive for your appointment, you will be shown to our clinic room. Our aesthetic nurse will answer any questions you may still have regarding the treatment and review your consent form. If you are happy to go ahead, the treatment will start. 

We will remove all make up first. We will then apply a numbing cream to your face 10 - 15 minutes prior to injections. Once your face is feeling numb, your face will be wiped of the cream and then cleansed with an anti-microbial. The skin boosters are injected into the superficial layer of your skin. Skin boosters are normally injected using the BAP technique, which involves 5 injections to each side of the face. 

Afterwards, the injection sites will be cleansed and you'll be given aftercare advice. Downtime after these injections can sometimes last a few days and treated areas can sometimes look like they have nettle stings. Some clients prefer to ensure they don't have any events in the days following treatment, this can include business meetings, going out for a meal or going away on holiday. 

It's important to note that you will not see a change straight away. It takes about 2 or 3 weeks to see the full effects of the treatment. With peak improvements being after the 2nd or 3rd session.

Remember, you will not see a change straight away. It takes about 2 or 3 weeks to see the full effects.

• Do not touch face immediately after appointment as this could introduce infection

• Do not massage or rub your face for 3 days 

•  Avoid vigorous exercise for 24 hours

• Avoid sunbathing (including using tanning sunbeds) for 48 hours 

• Avoid the sauna for 48 hours

• Avoid wearing make-up 12 hours after treatment 

Full aftercare advice will be given at the end your appointment