Viscoderm Hydrobooster

This is an injectable skin booster which has a dual action capability. It provides a deep level of hydration common to all hyaluronic acid injectables, but can also be used to support and stretch the skin where there are superficial lines and wrinkles. For best results a course of two treatments 8 weeks apart is recommended.

Do not schedule treatment when you have other procedures planned, without first discussing with your clinician. This includes, but is not limited to massage, facials, dental appointments and surgery.

Alcohol, aspirin, Ibuprofen and a range of dietary supplements including St. John’s Wort, fish oils, Gingko Biloba, Vitamins C and E may all contribute to bruising and are best avoided 24 hours before treatment. Treatment cannot be administered if there is an active skin infection, including acne or cold sores, or if you are unwell including colds, coughs, sore throats etc. Do contact the clinic to discuss any illness or new medicines prior to attending.

All make-up will need to be removed prior to treatment, so please come ‘fresh faced’ if possible.

Results can last 6 months.

Treatment with hyaluronic acid is safe, but not risk free, the clinician will discuss all the risks and benefits with you at consultation and again prior to treatment.

The practitioner will take a detailed medical history to ensure you have no conditions that might increase risk of unwanted side effects. Consultation is also important to discuss your expectations and whether or not this treatment is able to meet them.

Anaesthetic cannot be used and is not necessary for this treatment.  The injections sting briefly, but patients generally report only a mild discomfort. After the treatment, you may experience some tenderness for the first 24-72 hours.

Allow up to 90 minutes for your appointment.  The treatment itself involves multiple tiny injections and runs a high risk of developing small bruises.

Improvement  can be seen after 2 weeks but you will gain on this initial result for a further 8-12 weeks.

Do not schedule any important events in the first 72 hours and be prepared for bruising which can take up to 14 days to resolve.

We will arrange a checkup 6 to 8 weeks after your treatment and schedule your next treatment should you need it shortly after.

Most people can continue with normal activities. Expect  some redness, pin prick marks. Bruising is possible. You are unlikely to feel confident to undertake public facing duties or social events until the next day, when make-up can be used to mask any marks or bruising.

Any bruising may take a few days to appear, arnica can be helpful in clearing bruising.  It is advisable to avoid aspirin and alcohol for 12-48 hours after treatment.

It may be possible to feel the product where it has been injected under the skin.  It will settle, there is no need to massage.

Make-up should not be worn for 12 hours.

You are advised to avoid alcohol and vigorous exercise for 48 hours.

Avoid sun bathing, and extremes of heat or cold for 14 days post treatment.

Tenderness should settle as swelling and bruising goes down.