Restylane is one of the most popular biogel fillers successfully used for contouring. The product contains hyaluronic acid in a concentration of 2% and is used to fill fine and deep wrinkles, folds, correct the contour of the face, and lip contour.
The Restylane line of fillers is produced by the Swedish company Q-Med AB. It includes biogels that differ in the type of imperfections being corrected, the presence of lidocaine and other additives. Unlike analogues, Restylane has a dense consistency. Thanks to this, the biogel slowly dissolves in soft tissues, which provides a longer lasting effect.
Restylane product line
- Restylane is a basic biogel for eliminating wrinkles and folds on the face of medium depth.
- Restylane Perlane Lidocaine is a filler designed to fill deep folds (nasolabial, horizontal wrinkles on the forehead, etc.), contouring problem areas in the eyebrows, cheeks and cheekbones. The drug contains lidocaine in its formulation, an effective anesthetic that reduces discomfort during injections.
- Restylane Vital is a product used for facial skin rejuvenation procedures (biorevitalization), improving tone, and imparting elasticity. The product is especially effective for older patients, people with pronounced photoaging of the dermis (symptoms appear with regular and prolonged exposure to direct sunlight).
- Restylane Vital Light - the product is used in revitalization procedures for patients under 30 years of age, as well as in preparation for correction of facial contours and problem areas using thicker fillers.
General rules of application
Biorevitalization drug, Restylane filler
, when used skillfully, is an effective tool for aesthetic correction procedures.
Injections are carried out to a shallow depth, which eliminates shapeless accumulations of gel in the subcutaneous tissue. The gel is evenly distributed inside the skin, saturating it with moisture, returning turgor and natural healthy color.
Since the procedure creates areas of microtrauma, blood circulation improves in the treated area. Biologically active substances that stimulate the natural synthesis of collagen and elastic fibers are actively involved here. Due to such effects from the introduction of Restylane, the microrelief is corrected, the skin is tightened and looks younger.
To achieve the best results, the cosmetologist draws up his own aesthetic correction plan for each client. The generalized algorithm includes the following steps:
- the cosmetologist clarifies what the person would like to change in his appearance;
- problem areas that require Restylane injections are examined and outlined;
- the skin is cleaned, degreased and disinfected to avoid infectious complications;
- people with high pain sensitivity undergo superficial anesthesia or use Restylane gel with lidocaine (of course, if there is no allergy to the anesthetic);
- microdoses of the drug are administered along pre-designated dotted lines with a special needle for cosmetic procedures;
- then the treated areas are disinfected again with a skin antiseptic.
After the procedure, a light massage of the filler-saturated area is recommended to evenly distribute the gel throughout the dermis.
Benefits of Restylane
The advantages of the Restylane line of drugs are:
- Safety. Biogels practically do not cause allergic reactions and are not rejected due to their natural composition. The hyaluronic acid included in the formula is a biological component of the dermis, so the skin accepts the filler as a natural component.
- Quick effect. The effect of using the drug is noticeable immediately after the procedure, but the final result will be visible after 7 days, when the filler is distributed under the skin. The result of the procedure lasts for a period of six months to 8 months (depending on the individual characteristics of the patient), after which the manipulations can be repeated.
- Lack of rehabilitation period, strict long-term restrictions. After the procedure, the patient can immediately go about his business, subject to some nuances: do not visit the sauna or bathhouse for a couple of days, do not exercise, do not sunbathe and do not use facial cosmetics.
- Compatible with other cosmetic procedures. After injections with Restylane, it is allowed to carry out peelings (after 21 days), give Botox injections and other drugs (after 14 days).
Price issue
The price of Restylane drugs is quite high:
- Restylane and Restylane Touch in a dosage of 0.5 ml costs 9,000 rubles;
- Restylane, Restylane Perlane, Restylane Vital in a dosage of 1 ml costs 14,000 - 15,000 rubles;
- Restylane Lip Refresh in a dosage of 1 ml costs 17,000 rubles;
- Restylane Lip Volume in a dosage of 1 ml costs 19,000 rubles;
- Restylane SubQ in a dosage of 2 ml costs 35,000 rubles.
The cost of the procedures depends on the area of correction, the type and amount of the drug used.
- Reduction of nasolabial folds: with Restylane (1 – 2 ml) – 14,000 – 28,000 rubles;
- drug Restylane Perlane (1 – 2ml) – 15,000 – 30,000 rub.
- Restylane (0.5 – 1 ml) – 9,000 – 14,000 rubles;
The number of necessary procedures is determined depending on the complexity of the problem being solved.
A wide line of Restylane products allows us to carry out cosmetic procedures with maximum consideration of the individual characteristics of each client. High-quality injections can please women with the results for a long time.
How is the procedure done?
The cosmetologist’s manipulations take place in stages:
- Removing cosmetics from facial skin;
- Treating work areas with an antiseptic;
- Application of anesthetic (if necessary);
- Injecting a doctor-selected dose of the drug under the skin into predetermined points with a thin needle.
After Restylane enters the dermis, hyaluronic acid accumulates water molecules, smoothing the skin and making it elastic, adding volume. Minor reactions in the form of redness, swelling, and bruising are possible. They will all disappear within 1 week.
Contraindications
The composition of the drugs is well tolerated and highly biocompatible. However, before you buy Restylane in the form of an injection gel, you should familiarize yourself with the list of contraindications to the procedure:
- allergy to any components of the drug;
- mental disorders, malignant processes;
- systemic autoimmune diseases in the active phase;
- herpetic rashes in the area to be treated;
- blood clotting problems;
- pregnancy and breastfeeding;
- the presence of previously installed permanent implants and silicone fillers in the problem area;
- acute periods of infectious diseases.
As you can see, many contraindications are relative. For example, after the end of a herpetic attack, Restylane injections can be done without fear.
This is why a preliminary examination by a cosmetologist is so important: the specialist not only determines the details of the upcoming procedure. He identifies situations where using Restylane filler could be harmful.
Properties of the drug
With the help of this drug, it is possible to solve the following skin problems, namely, get rid of facial wrinkles and deep wrinkles in the area:
- eye;
- mouth;
- eyebrows;
- forehead.
It helps to cope with defects that remain after injuries to the dermis or acne.
Cosmetologists recommend Restylane injections for:
- facial asymmetry;
- pallor and lethargy of the surface of the skin of the hands and face;
- insufficient amount of tissue on the cheekbones, lips and chin.
This procedure is successful because it does not require surgery.
Operating principle
Once in the skin, the gel components quickly begin to interact with the organic tissues of the body. Hyaluronic acid (the main component) promotes the accumulation of moisture in the skin tissues and its preservation. Thanks to this, the skin acquires the necessary volume and smoothes out. Because of this, she looks healthy and young. Restylane has a long-lasting effect because it promotes the production of hyaluronic acid in the body.
This method is also used to correct the shape of the lips, face shape, nose and other areas. Good for smoothing out wrinkles and eliminating age-related changes.
General information about the brand
Products called Restylane have been quite successfully used in cosmetology for several years in a row for rejuvenation and general improvement of the skin, as well as for modeling certain areas of the face. Each product is adapted to solve a specific type of problem, which allows you to achieve the greatest efficiency in solving specific problems.
As for the cost, it is determined, first of all, by the type of product and its volume. The price of the most budget product, Restylane Vital, is approximately 10 thousand rubles.
A common feature of all correctors is the presence of hyaluronic acid, which has undergone several degrees of purification. Such safety measures allow the substance to fully adapt in the human body without exhibiting any side effects.
Restylane Vital gel is usually used for biorevitalization. As a result:
- moisturized and tightened skin;
- disappearance of small wrinkles and reduction of large wrinkles;
- improvement of complexion, minimization of the most common skin defects, including peeling, sagging, acne spots.
The optimal result usually occurs after attending 3-4 rejuvenation sessions.
In what cases should you not use the product?
What are the contraindications for Restylane? There are few of them, but they exist and they must be carefully observed so that after using the product you do not have a lot of health problems. Contraindications include:
- allergies or individual intolerance to hyaluronic acid;
- pregnancy;
- lactation;
- blood diseases;
- diabetes;
- inflammatory processes on the skin;
- period of exacerbation of a chronic disease.
Skincare series
This brand also produces cosmetics:
- Day cream for skin elasticity and firmness. When used, the skin acquires a natural shade. The cream has a moisturizing effect and smoothes wrinkles.
- The night cream is aimed at relieving inflammation and giving the skin smoothness.
- The night serum developed by the company aims to fill and smooth out fine wrinkles, eliminate pigmentation, and give the skin firmness and elasticity.
- Foam cleanser gently removes various impurities from the skin.
- The restorative cream fights edema and swelling that can occur after various cosmetic interventions.
What is Restylane?
The clinic offers Restylane, a drug based on hyaluronic acid, which our body needs to maintain skin moisture levels. Hyaluronic acid is produced in the body independently, but with age, its deficiency is felt. This leads to loss of the required amount of moisture, which causes wrinkles and other imperfections to appear. Restylane, containing hyoluronic acid, compensates for its deficiency in dermal tissues. The drug Restylane was invented back in 1996 by Q-Med. Since then, millions of injections of this drug have been administered.
Restylane is a safe and very effective filler (biogel for contouring). Among other injectable fillers, Restylane has proven to be the best. It is recommended by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration in the USA).
