What exactly is a skinbooster?
A skinbooster is an innovative treatment aimed at improving the skin rather than adding volume. By injecting lightly cross-linked or non-cross-linked hyaluronic acid into the deeper layers of the skin, the skin is intensively hydrated and stimulated to produce collagen and elastin.
The hyaluronic acid in a skinbooster attracts moisture and binds it in the skin, making the skin look fuller, smoother and more radiant. Fine lines become softer, the skin texture becomes more even and the skin feels firmer. The result is a fresh, healthy appearance without changing your looks.
How does a skinbooster treatment work?
During the treatment, small amounts of hyaluronic acid are distributed evenly over the area to be treated using a fine needle. This can be the face, but the neck, décolletage or hands are also often treated.
This gives the skin a substantial hydration boost from within. Unlike ordinary creams, which only penetrate the upper layers of the skin, a skinbooster works where the skin ages: in the deeper layers.
The treatment takes 20 to 30 minutes on average and can be performed with or without anaesthetic. Most skinboosters already contain a small amount of anaesthetic, which makes the injections easy to tolerate. After the treatment, the skin may be a little red or swollen, but this usually fades within 24 to 48 hours.
What are the benefits of a skinbooster?
A skinbooster improves skin quality in a natural and subtle way. Your appearance does not change, but your skin becomes visibly fresher, firmer and healthier. The main benefits are:
- Intensive hydration from within
- Smoother skin texture and refined pores
- Reduction of fine lines and superficial wrinkles
- Restoration of the natural glow
- Improved elasticity and firmness
- Suitable for every skin type and every age
Skinboosters are ideal for people who want to refresh their skin without adding volume. It is a subtle treatment that makes your skin glow again, without others immediately noticing that you have had something done.
Who is this treatment suitable for?
The skinbooster is suitable for men and women of almost all ages. Younger clients choose the treatment as a preventive measure to keep their skin in top condition. Older clients use it to address signs of skin ageing, such as dryness, dullness and fine lines.
The treatment is particularly suitable for people with dry, tired, dull or aged skin, but also for smokers, people who have had a lot of sun exposure or who are dealing with sagging skin. Because no volume is added, the facial structure is fully preserved.
What does the treatment process look like?
A skinbooster treatment starts with an intake consultation, in which your skin condition is assessed and your wishes are discussed. A treatment plan is then drawn up.
For an optimal result, a course of 2 or 3 treatments is often recommended, at intervals of about three to four weeks. After that, the result can be maintained with one to two treatments a year.
Immediately after the treatment, the skin may be somewhat sensitive or swollen. Sometimes small bruises or red dots appear at the injection sites. These side effects are mild and usually disappear within a few days. Make-up can often be applied again after 24 hours.
What are the risks and side effects?
Skinboosters are safe treatments with a low risk of complications, especially when performed by an experienced doctor. Because no large amounts of filler are injected and the material is native to the body, the chance of allergic reactions or serious side effects is very small.
The most common side effects are mild redness, swelling, tenderness or small bruises. In rare cases, an inflammatory reaction or lumps may occur. That is why it is important to always choose a clinic with medical expertise, such as Kliniek het Bolwerk.
How long does the result last?
The effect of a skinbooster builds up gradually. After the first treatment, you will often already see an improvement in skin texture and hydration. After a full course, the skin is visibly firmer, smoother and more radiant.
Depending on your skin type, lifestyle and the product used, the result remains visible for 6 to 9 months on average. By maintaining the effect with regular touch-ups, the skin stays in optimal condition.
What is the difference from fillers?
Although a skinbooster and a filler both consist of hyaluronic acid, their purpose is different. Fillers are used to add volume or improve facial contours, for example of the lips, cheeks or jawline.
Skinboosters, on the other hand, focus specifically on skin quality. They improve the texture, elasticity and hydration of the skin without changing the face. So you stay completely yourself, but with a fresher, healthier appearance.
Conclusion
A skinbooster is the ideal treatment for anyone who wants to improve their skin in a natural way. By nourishing the skin from within with hyaluronic acid, the face, neck or décolleté regains a healthy glow, without any change in volume or recovery time.
The treatment is quick, safe and suitable for almost every skin type. The result is fresh, smooth and radiant skin that is in balance with your natural appearance.
At Kliniek het Bolwerk in Haarlem, you can come to us for fillers or lip fillers.
