HAYLEY BERRY MPharm MFRPSII IPresc MClinEd FHEA

What Are They and How Do They Work?

An injectable compound made from naturally occurring bacterial toxin which is used to relax the muscles that cause lines. Many people worry as the concept of injecting a toxin into your face sounds scary but when used by a trained professional in very controlled doses, the practice is safe.
The compound is injected into a specific area, and once inside, it binds itself to receptors in your muscle, affecting the nerves within. The function of the muscle decreases, and the wrinkle that forms when the muscle contracts will diminish, or go away completely.
It’s not a permanent solution though as your muscle function will return 3-4 months after treatment as your body regenerates.

Is It the Same as Filler? 

Not at all, it impacts the muscle preventing it from working and therefore stopping the creases forming, filler does exactly as its name suggests, fills out wrinkles or adds volume to the face and lips

Where Is It Used? 

The most common places it is injected are the crow’s feet around the eye area, glabella (creases between the eyes) brow furrows, and in horizontal wrinkles on the forehead. It is also used to lift downturned lips.

 It can also be used to address excessive underarm sweating. When injected into the sweat glands, it can completely halt sweating for months.

How Long Does It Last? 

Immediately after getting the treatment, it will take anywhere from one to ten days to take effect and on average, it lasts about three to four months as that’s the amount of time it takes your body to regenerate new receptors within the muscle.

About Polynucleotides

Polynucleotides are the latest revolutionary tools in regenerative medicine that work on a cellular level to repair tissue and boost skin quality. They come in the form of polymerised polynucleotide-based injectable gels. They work by stimulating fibroblasts which encourages cell turnover, improves elasticity, boosts collagen production and hydrates skin thanks to powerful wound-healing polymers. Polynucleotides also calm inflammation and rebalance melanocyte activity to create an even and refreshed skin tone. They can be used anywhere on the body but the most common areas are the under-eye area, the face, neck and décolletage. At the clinic we use the Mastelli range of products which include Pilnest and Newest. More information about polynucleotides can be found at the following link https://dermafocus.co.uk/polynucleotide/ These products are a useful addition alongside other treatments to significantly improve skin quality and can improve the appearance of fine lines, acne scarring, dark under-eye circles, skin laxity and poor tone and texture.

What are dermal fillers and What Do They Do?
Dermal fillers are simple injections that are used to correct and enhance the face helping improve its appearance.
The majority of which are made up of hyaluronic acid (a naturally occurring sugar chain molecule that attracts and binds water in the skin), and work in harmony with the body’s remaining collagen and elastin, supporting these all-important proteins to give skin a more full and youthful appearance.

Where Is Dermal Filler Used? 

Dermal fillers are used to correct or enhance facial contours, plump up lips, soften the appearance of wrinkles and improve the tone, texture and hydration of the skin. They can be used to fill out the cheeks, correct nose & chin contours and are a successful anti aging treatment for hands.

How Long Do Dermal Fillers Last? 

Dermal fillers can last anywhere between six to eighteen months, depending on the type of filler used, as well as, how well it’s suited to the purpose and to the individual.

There are many brands of hyaluronic acid based filler available and Hayley will be able to advise you on what’s right for you.

Are Dermal Fillers Safe? 

One of the reasons fillers are so popular is because of their safety. Allergic reactions are nearly unheard of and infections are also extremely rare. Injections should only ever be carried out by a healthcare professional with specialist training.

About Profhilo

Profhilo® is an amazing  'beneath the skin' hyaluronic acid moisturising treatment, it is made with the patented NAHYCO® technology. This results in a unique hyaluronic acid injectable gel, which has a prolonged stimulating activity on the dermal cells. When it is injected into skin, Profhilo® stimulates the skin cell receptors to counteract skin laxity and improve and restore firmness of the skin.

Profhilo® has one of the highest concentrations of hyaluronic acid on the market,  this means that it not only boosts and hydrates the skin, but also remodels ageing and sagging tissue. The most common areas of treatment include the face and neck and can also be used for the décolletage, hands, arms, knees and abdomen area where it would effectively treat skin laxity. The treatment is suitable for men and women as well as offering skin benefits for patients of all ages

Profhilo®  works as ultra-pure hyaluronic acid is precisely injected into the area being treated. Unlike wrinkle reducing and dermal filler treatments, it stimulates collagen and elastin, attracting water in the deeper layers of the skin.

As a stabilised product, the activity on dermal cells will last longer than that of a non-stabilised gel. During this time the stimulation of four different types of collagen and elastin takes place by slow release of hyaluronic acid.

The stimulation results in significant tissue improvement. More information is available at https://www.profhilo.co.uk/