Restylane (Restylane) - Injectable drugs

There are many ways to restore youthful and healthy appearance to your skin. Some are more effective than others. One of the modern and effective methods is Restylane Vital biorevitalization. Biorevitalization refers to the introduction of hyaluronic acid into the skin, which helps to activate rejuvenation processes.

Features of the drug Restylane Vital and indications for use

This drug acts on the skin, creating a moisture reserve in the deep layers of the dermis. As a result, skin elasticity is restored, its density increases, cells are better nourished and function. If there is enough moisture, free radicals and metabolic products are removed faster.

There are a significant number of indications for the use of Restylane Vital. This is a lack of moisture in the skin, eliminating the effects of photoaging and excessive tanning. Numerous laser procedures and peels of varying depths can also damage the skin. Biorevitalization will help restore it.

Restylane Vital is effective for all skin types and ages . It can be used even at a young age, as a prevention of early aging when exposed to sunlight. Oily, problematic skin is also an indication for the biorevitalization procedure.

For biorevitalization of thin, sensitive facial skin, as well as for young skin, it is recommended to use Restylane Vital Light. A cosmetologist can also offer you Skin R biorevitalization as an alternative.

Restylane Vital provides a long-lasting cosmetic effect. It is due to the fact that after the hyaluronic acid is absorbed, the dermis does not return to its original state. It retains the same volume and ability to retain moisture in the required quantities.

This drug is administered in cycles of three or four procedures. The interval between them is one month, and the interval between cycles is six months.

What is Restylane? Effect of the drug

Restylane is an injectable anti-aging drug that can be compared to Botox . But the significant difference is that Restylane’s composition is based on natural hyaluronic acid, while Botox contains poison - botulinum toxin. Due to the fact that hyaluronic acid is synthesized by the body, the skin remains fresh and elastic. However, as we age, the tissues begin to become lazy and produce insufficient amounts of hyaluron, which is why signs of aging appear.

Restylane puts everything in its place. What is it used for?

It is used mainly for facial rejuvenation, it smoothes nasolabial folds, wrinkles on the forehead, and eliminates the effect of sunken cheeks.

Disadvantages include:

Possible rejection by the immune system.
Short-term effect (about six months, a year).

Another advantage is that Restylane can be removed at will, while botulinum toxin cannot be removed.

How does the drug work? Studies by cosmetologists have shown that after a course of Restylane injections (6-8 times), patients looked on average 5-7 years younger. Since fillers provide a temporary effect, patients should repeat the procedure after 6-8 months. However, since Restylane dissolves over a long period of time, the second time the drug will be needed 2-3 times less than the first time. If these “maintenance” procedures become a habit, it can prolong youth for many years.

Restylane fillers

The manufacturer of Restylane fillers is the Swedish company Q-med; since 2011, the company has been part of the Galderma concern. All fillers are made using patented NASHA technology, which means “stabilized hyaluronic acid of non-animal origin.”

The Restylane product line includes various hyaluronic acid fillers, differing in concentration, viscosity and purpose:

Restylane is a base filler for minor cosmetic wrinkles and folds.
Restylane Touch is a lightweight option designed to correct fine wrinkles and for people with thin skin
Restylane Perlane is a gel of dense and viscous consistency used to eliminate deep defects, nasolabial and glabellar folds, as well as facial contouring.
Restylane SubQ - a drug for modulating facial contours, correcting the shape of the cheekbones and chin
Restylane Lipp – filler for lip augmentation and correction of their contour
Restylane Vital (Restylane Skinbooster Vital) and Vital Light (Restylane Vital Light) - skin boosters for biorevitalization, injection price from 11 thousand rubles
Lip Volume and Lip Refresh - a new generation of Restylane fillers to increase volume and reshape the contour of the lips, designed to take into account increased muscle activity

Benefits of use

The main component of Restylane SkinBoosters Vital gel is hyaluronic acid, which is present in the body of every person and is responsible for the production of collagen and elastin fibers that can maintain the necessary moisture of the epidermis. Over the years, the amount of HA decreases, and this leads to drying of the skin, the appearance of wrinkles and folds.

Restylane Skinbusters Vital ensures the formation and synthesis of collagen and elastin, thereby moisturizing the dermis and giving it radiance, elasticity, a fresh and healthy appearance. This effect is achieved due to the ability of the main substance to swell when introduced under the skin and evenly fill wrinkles and folds of varying depths.

Having gone through several stages of purification, HA completely adapts to the body, reducing the risk of allergic reactions.

How is the biorevitalization procedure performed?

Restylane Vital, based on hyaluronic acid, is injected into the upper layers of the skin. Its surface is first cleaned and, if necessary, anesthetized. The drug is injected into certain points using a thin needle, following the reinforcement technique. Typically, the affected areas are the oval of the face, wrinkles, nasolabial folds and other areas that require attention. At the end of the procedure, the Restylane injection sites are treated with antiseptic and anti-inflammatory agents.

Over the next three days, the patient should self-massage the areas where Restylane Vital was injected. This is required to distribute the drug evenly and achieve greater effect.

Despite the apparent simplicity of the procedure, it must be carried out by an experienced specialist. He needs to determine the injection sites for the best result.

Juvederm fillers

Juvederm is produced by the American company Allergan. Drugs known under this brand are used in:

contour plastic surgery;
mesotherapy (biorevitalization).

All fillers are gels based on stabilized hyaluron of non-animal origin. In the process of creating drugs, technology is used to achieve a dense gel structure. Its uniqueness lies in its ability to be evenly distributed in the subcutaneous layers at the required depth, forming a strong frame.

The composition also contains auxiliary elements - mannitol and phosphate buffer. Their task is to provide an anti-inflammatory and prolonged effect. The Ultra and Vycross line contains lidocaine for additional pain relief.

Important point! Cosmetologists choose this drug for its ability to distribute well in tissues. Also, after its administration, tubercles, bumps and other compactions rarely appear.

Kinds

Each of the Juvederm products is developed to correct specific areas of the face and body. They are divided into the following types.

Juvederm18,24,30 and HV series

Discontinued in 2011.

Ultra

The drugs from this line are created on the basis of 3D-Matrix technology and are one of the most popular products of this brand. Designed for correction of any parts of the face:

Ultra Smile - enlarges lips, forms a clear contour;
Ultra 2 - used to correct minor creases in the forehead, lips, eyes;
Ultra 3 - corrects medium creases, enlarges lips;
Ultra 4 - eliminates deep folds, corrects the oval of the face, enlarges the lips.

Vycross

One of the company's newest developments. Fillers from the Vycross line are used for particularly thin areas, creating the effect of maximum naturalness. The high-density hyaluronic acid contained in the composition allows you to administer a smaller amount of the drug and extends the life of the gel to 1.5 years. Available products from this series:

Hydrate

The biorevitalizant filler Juvederm Hydrate rejuvenates the skin and ensures overall health of the skin. Effective for eliminating smoker's wrinkles, the first folds around the lips and eyes. The effect lasts up to 4 months.

Efficiency

When used correctly, Juvederm allows you to achieve the following results:

eliminate wrinkles of varying depths;
tighten sagging skin;
replenish missing volumes;
correct the shape of the nose;
moisturize and heal the dermis at the cellular level.

Price

Created to solve different problems, the drugs differ in price:

the cost of Juvederm Ultra 2 is about 7,500 rubles;
Ultra 3 - costs around 11,000 rubles;
Ultra 4 - 12,000 rubles;
Ultra Smile - 7500 rubles;
Hydrate - approximately 4,000 rubles;
Voluma, Volbella, Volift - 13,000 rubles;
Volift Retouch - within 7,000 rubles.

Cost of the procedure in the salon

Contour plastic surgery using Juvederm filler in the salon will cost approximately:

11,000 rubles - for used 0.55 ml of Ultra 2;
15,000 rubles - injection of filler into the lips;
20,000–35,000 rubles - plastic surgery using 1 ml of other Juvederm fillers.

The cost of biorevitalization is about 16,500 rubles.

Precautionary measures

There are contraindications to the administration of Juvederm. They are similar to the contraindications for the administration of Restylane. An important point when using fillers is the professionalism of the cosmetologist. The inexperience of the master can lead to complications.

Contraindications and complications

Biorevitalization Restylane Vital is a safe procedure, but it is worth remembering that it also has contraindications and complications are possible.

The contraindications are as follows:

pregnancy or breastfeeding;
individual intolerance to the components of the drug;
diseases of the immune system, including autoimmune diseases, as well as a tendency to form keloid scars;
oncological diseases, cardiovascular diseases, mental diseases, blood diseases, such as clotting disorders;
diabetes;
the presence of skin inflammation or damage in the area of drug administration;
taking medications that reduce blood clotting.

The biorevitalization procedure is carried out without significant damage to the skin surface, so recovery is quick. Temporary side effects include swelling, redness, and swelling. Massage and other lymphatic drainage procedures will help cope with swelling. Swelling and redness may go away on their own after two or three days.

Small nodular elevations may appear at the injection sites. They go away in a couple of days. On the skin of the face, such nodules dissolve faster, and in the décolleté area and on the neck they last a little longer. If they do not go away after three days, then you should consult a doctor.

If antiseptic rules are not followed, infection may enter and inflammation may occur. It is treated with antibacterial compounds.

After Restylane injections, small hematomas are possible. They appear especially often with increased fragility of blood vessels. Hematomas go away on their own. Heparin ointment will help speed up their resorption.

Another type of complication is allergic reactions. They occur very rarely and are treated with antihistamines.

Indications and contraindications, effectiveness for different ages

As you might have guessed from the descriptions of various Restylane products, the indications for their use are:

correction of facial and static wrinkles of varying severity;

treatment of scars and the consequences of acne by filling and smoothing out the depressions of the skin;

contour plastic surgery and enlargement of parts of the face and lips, elimination of asymmetry.

Restylane preparations are effective for young and mature skin. After 40 years, they are recommended to be combined with botulinum toxin injections (the procedures are not carried out simultaneously, but with an interval of 2-3 weeks).

After 50 years , with strong age-related changes, contouring with Restylane, and other fillers, is ineffective , and a pronounced result can only be achieved using surgical methods.

Skin care after the procedure

Immediately after biorevitalization, the skin turns red and swells slightly. This reaction is normal and goes away within a couple of days. In the first days, preparations with an antiseptic and anti-inflammatory effect should be applied to the skin. They are usually prescribed by a cosmetologist after the procedure is completed.

The skin must be protected from the sun for two weeks. To do this, use sunscreen with a protective factor of at least 30 SPF. You should not wear makeup or any cosmetic products for about three days.

In order for the results of biorevitalization to last, it is necessary to exclude some actions in the first two weeks. Peeling, temperature changes, physiotherapeutic procedures and some other effects on the skin surface should be avoided.

Contraindications

Contraindications to the procedure are:

Pregnancy;
Fever;
Lactation;
Exacerbation of a chronic disease;
Impaired blood clotting;
Inflammatory processes in the area of manipulation;
Infectious pathologies;
Increased body temperature;
Taking antibiotics, anticoagulants;
Autoimmune diseases;
Herpes during an exacerbation;
Viral infections;
Oncological pathologies;
Diabetes.

Reviews of the drug Restylane Vital

Marina, 42 I chose the procedure based on a combination of positive qualities and contraindications. Three sessions were held, with a one-month interval between each session. Positive changes became noticeable after the first use of Restylane Vital. The skin was evened out, the feeling of dryness disappeared, small wrinkles disappeared, and large ones became less noticeable. Pigmentation on the forehead has also decreased. I noticed only one drawback. For about a day there were small bumps at the injection sites. They go away the next day, but it is better not to schedule appointments immediately after the procedure.

Svetlana, 48 Wrinkles around the eyes make the face look older. My skin is prone to dryness and these crow's feet began to appear quite early. After consultations with a cosmetologist, Restylane Vital was chosen. The result was impressive. The procedure itself is not as painful as it might seem.

Tatyana, 54 I really liked the results of using Restylane Vital, but the process itself is quite painful. Before starting the injections, the doctor applies lidocaine cream to the skin. This local anesthesia softens the sensations, but does not eliminate them completely. Of course, it all depends on the individual characteristics of pain perception. The effectiveness of the drug helps you come to terms with it. I want to repeat the introduction of Restylane in six months.

Biorevitalization Restylane Vital helps to cope with many skin problems. It not only leads to rejuvenation, but also improves overall condition. The procedure is harmless and relatively simple. You must follow your doctor's advice to avoid complications and get maximum effect.

Procedure, rehabilitation period, consequences

The procedure usually takes from a few minutes to half an hour, depending on how many areas are being corrected. Some Restylane products contain lidocaine, so the injections are almost painless; in other cases, local anesthesia is carried out by applying an anesthetic gel to the skin.

Most patients report only minor discomfort. After introducing the gel, the cosmetologist distributes it under the skin with massage movements. You have to knead with effort, and this can also be somewhat uncomfortable, but quite tolerable.

If Restylane injections are carried out by an experienced, professional cosmetologist, and the skin is not too sensitive, there will be no or minimal traces of them - in the form of pinpoint redness.

In other cases, reactions such as:

bleeding, hematomas, swelling, redness or itching at the injection site and kneading - usually go away on their own within a week;

hyperpigmentation at injection sites - usually lasts no more than a month;

infection of soft tissues at injection sites - occurs rarely when disinfection rules are violated.

If the procedure is successfully carried out, no rehabilitation is required.

Restrictions:

It is not recommended to apply cosmetics to injection sites during the day,

You cannot use the sauna, sunbathe, or perform chemical or laser peels for two weeks,

In the first days after the procedure, it is better to limit physical activity,

Sometimes the cosmetologist prescribes massage of the injection area for several days.

Duration of effect

How durable the result provided by the procedure will be depends not only on the drug’s own characteristics - the long-term effect is determined by a person’s lifestyle, age, and overall health.

After a cosmetic procedure, you need to follow a set of rules, refraining from several actions. Contraindicated:

• visiting a sauna, bathhouse, beach, solarium - any exposure to ultraviolet radiation, steam and humidity is undesirable; • use decorative cosmetics; • take antibiotics; tocopherol; drugs that affect blood clotting.

The average duration of effect from one procedure is 12-18 months (if the drug was used to smooth out wrinkles, the result lasts longer than after using Restylane for lip augmentation).

The optimal time interval after which renewal is needed is 6 months, which is explained by the high ability of the skin to absorb the injected hyaluronic acid.

Features of the drug Restylite

The substance Restylane is an indispensable assistant in modern cosmetology. It contains hyaluronic acid. The component is a natural source of water balance, elasticity and firmness of the skin. Thanks to this ingredient, which is injected directly into the skin, it is possible to freeze the aging process, improve overall condition, tighten the facial sculpture and smooth out fine wrinkles. Flabby and aging skin after Restylane Vital becomes smooth, moisturized and takes on a well-groomed appearance.

The drug works on the principle of a protective barrier that retains the required amount of moisture in the cells of the dermis. The substance is completely safe, as proven by numerous laboratory studies. There is no need to worry about your body rejecting acid. Since it is a natural component, cells respond adequately to it. After a certain time, the bioactive gel dissolves, after which it is completely removed from the body. For this reason, the procedure must be carried out regularly.

There are several special qualities of Restylane:

drug safety;
the effect lasts for several months;
the drug is administered in small quantities;
the active substance stimulates the production of elastin and collagen;
The administration process takes no more than 1 hour.

Biological gel has gained wide popularity around the world and is actively used by cosmetologists.

Reviews

The drug generally received positive reviews from almost all patients and cosmetologists. Patients noted a quick effect that quite naturally smoothed out wrinkles without tension on the skin. At the same time, the covers themselves became radiant, nourished, and elastic. The only “but” was that the cost of Restylane is slightly higher than that of its analogues, but the duration is also increased - up to 2 years, depending on lifestyle.

If we talk about cosmetologists, they unanimously praise the advantages of the drug, emphasizing its safety, effectiveness and ability to be combined with other injection-type manipulations.

What is filler?

Fillers are special injectable gels that are used in contour correction of the face and body. They are injected under the skin. At the moment, there is a wide variety of fillers that differ from each other in properties and characteristics. When choosing a filler, it is important to consider the following points:

the drug should be easy to store;
do not cause an allergic reaction;
completely dissolve from tissues after a certain period of time;
be biologically compatible;
do not contain carcinogens.

Hyaluronic acid for face

These are the main characteristics that a filler must have for contouring.

Restylane analogues:

All fillers based on hyaluronic acid can be considered analogues of the drug. However, due to the differences between them, two-phase drugs, like Restylane itself, can be considered the closest. Such injection implants are two-phase gels Replery, Perfecta (Perfectha). Among monophasic analogue drugs, the closest ones in terms of long time on the market are Juvederm and Surgiderm.

Active substance and its pharmacological action:

Restylane is classified as a dermatoprotective agent. The active ingredient is stabilized hyaluronic acid, a polysaccharide of natural origin, which is a very important skin component. After introducing the drug into the dermis (or subdermally), it helps to increase the volume of this tissue area.

Areas of application of fillers

The main purpose of fillers, for which they were created, is to restore lost volume in tissue, which usually occurs as we age. Once under the skin, the filler fills in wrinkles and creases, making the skin smooth out.

Fillers are usually divided into three main types:

permanent;
short-term;
long-term.

Permanent fillers include both natural and synthetic substances. Temporary fillers are considered the safest. They completely dissolve on average after six months, without causing any harm to the body. Thanks to these properties, they have become very popular in cosmetology.

Hyaluronic acid fillers

Fillers are used to solve the following problems:

lip enlargement;
removal of nasolabial lips;
filling facial wrinkles;
removal of acne scars;
increasing the volume of the chin;
filling sunken cheeks;
correction of the shape of the nose.

Some fillers are developed specifically to correct quite serious defects on the face and body. The amount of gel is selected by a cosmetologist after a face-to-face consultation with the patient.