What you need to know about beauty injections

Beauty injections are cosmetic procedures that involve the injection of special drugs into the skin to improve its appearance, smooth wrinkles, moisturize, lift, or correct volume. Their goal is to achieve a younger, healthier appearance without surgery.

Before getting beauty injections, you should consult with the following specialists:

• Acosmetologist is the main specialist who assesses the condition of the skin, selects the procedure, and performs the injections.
• Dermatologist - checks for skin diseases that may be a contraindication.
• Generalpractitioner - assesses the general state of health, including the cardiovascular and immune systems.
• Endocrinologist (if necessary) - if there are hormonal disorders that may affect the effect or safety of the procedures.
• Allergist - in case of allergies or suspected intolerance to drugs.
• Gynecologist - it is advisable to consult agynecologist for women during pregnancy, lactation, or during hormonal treatment.

These consultations will help to avoid risks and achieve the most effective result.

General contraindications:

• Pregnancy and breastfeeding;
• oncological diseases;
• acute infectious processes (influenza, ARVI, COVID-19);
• chronic diseases in the acute stage;
• immunodeficiency conditions;
• blood diseases and coagulation disorders;
• autoimmune diseases;
• predisposition to keloid scarring;
• mental disorders.

Contraindications to specific procedures:

Botulinum toxin therapy: myasthenia gravis, neurological disorders, allergy to the components of the drug.

Plasmolifting: low hemoglobin level, hepatitis, anticoagulants.

Biorevitalization, mesotherapy and fillers: allergy to hyaluronic acid, herpetic rashes on the face, pregnancy.

Who can have injections?

Injection procedures can only be performed by a cosmetologist or dermatologist with appropriate medical education. Incorrect injection of drugs can lead to serious complications, so you should choose only trusted clinics.

How often can I get injections?

The frequency of procedures depends on the type of injection:

• Botox - once every 4-6 months;
• Plasmolifting - once every 1-3 months;
• Biorevitalization - a course of 3-4 procedures every 2 weeks;
• Mesotherapy - a course of 5-10 procedures every 7-10 days;
• Fillers - once every 8-12 months.

What is injected into the face?

The most commonly injected substances are:

• botulinum toxin (Botox)
• hyaluronic acid
• vitamin cocktails;
• patient's blood plasma;
• collagen fillers.

Botulinum therapy (Botox injections)

It is a blocking of the muscles that cause wrinkles. The effect is smoothing of the forehead, crow's feet, and eyebrows. The result lasts 4-6 months. Suitable for the prevention of age-related changes.

Plasmolifting (PRP therapy)

The procedure is based on the use of the patient's own platelet-rich plasma. This stimulates tissue regeneration, improves skin tone and texture. It is safe, natural and effective.

Biorevitalization

Involves the injection of hyaluronic acid, which deeply moisturizes the skin, increases its elasticity, and fights fine wrinkles. Suitable for both young and aging skin.

Mesotherapy

This is an injection of vitamins, amino acids, enzymes, and trace elements into the middle layers of the skin. It improves complexion, reduces pigmentation, and moisturizes. The result accumulates gradually.

Contouring with fillers

Hyaluronic acid-based fillers add volume, model the oval of the face, chin, lips, and cheekbones. The effect is noticeable immediately and lasts up to a year.

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