How do wrinkle fillers work: how they work
Filling wrinkles with hyaluronic acid, the main component of the filler, ensures smoothing of the contour of the eyes, lips and any desired area on the face. Hyaluronic acid is absorbable, so it does not accumulate in the subcutaneous area and does not exhibit toxic effects. The substance is completely eliminated from the body six months after administration, so it is considered safe.
What problems does filling wrinkles with hyaluronic acid solve?
- Elimination of age-related facial wrinkles.
- Partial smoothing for deep wrinkles.
- Elimination of deep nasolabial folds.
- Correction of the appearance of scars, which is especially important after acne treatment.
- Visual rejuvenation of the skin in the face, neck, décolleté. Recently, the use of wrinkle fillers for hand rejuvenation has become popular.
Gel mixtures based on hyaluron are also suitable for the eyelids - the use of drugs in rejuvenating the skin of the upper eyelid, as well as under the eyes, can tighten the skin, smooth out small curves and eliminate dark spots.
Hyaluronic acid is a polar substance that can attract water, due to this a filling effect is achieved. However, hydrophilicity can provoke slight swelling in the first days after the injection - do not be afraid of this, the swelling will go away on its own 1-3 days after the procedure. If the lip contour was corrected, the swelling lasts a little longer - up to 7 days after the procedure.
Biological filler from Biotherm
The Biotherm laboratory has created a new unique facial care product. Biofirm Lift, a biological wrinkle filler, restores skin elasticity and smoothes out wrinkles. In areas where wrinkles and facial folds have formed, the natural volume of tissue is restored.
Biofirm Lift stimulates the skin's production of its own collagen. As a result, the skin frame is strengthened and the oval is tightened. The face looks rested and fresh.
The cream has a dense consistency, but it is quickly absorbed and is not felt on the face. For those with oily and combination skin, it is recommended to use it at night. Women with dry skin types can also apply it as a daytime product. The first results will be noticeable within a week of use.
Which filler is considered the “best”? Does such a thing exist?
It is difficult to determine which wrinkle filler is best for eye and lip contours, because the active ingredient is the same everywhere. The success of the procedure largely depends on the professionalism of the cosmetologist and the quality of the product. The anti-wrinkle filler that you plan to use must be certified to a quality standard.
Yes, foreign substances are somewhat different from domestic ones, but the difference lies in the additional components and pricing policy. The price depends on the popularity of the brand, but cannot at all guarantee the effectiveness of the drug. Much more important is the experience and technique that the specialist will use during the procedure.
Fillers in the form of cosmetic cream – is it worth buying?
Manufacturers of cosmetics follow trends and are constantly improving their lines of age-related care products - there is also a wrinkle filler cream on the market that allows you to avoid the need for injections.
The main substance is not hyaluronic acid, but silicones that can cope with fine wrinkles or “network”. They don't eliminate them, they just make them less noticeable. Advertising indicates that these products will help you look younger - and this is true, but the effect is not as effective and not as long lasting as injecting fillers to fill wrinkles.
Creams containing silicones are not at all useless.
If you don’t want to take a radical approach to rejuvenation, aging is still almost invisible, or you are afraid of injections, then cream filler will help get rid of small wrinkles at home .
The cream only works when it is on the skin - once you wipe it off, the effect will go away with it. During this short period of time on the skin, the cream “feeds” it with vitamins and other beneficial substances. It is believed that cream fillers are something intermediate between decorative and medicinal cosmetics, because they eliminate the problem only for a while.
Some of the anti-age creams are intended for local application - this can be understood by the type of tube or packaging. For example, if the nose is narrow, then it should be applied directly to the wrinkle. This is also the shape of packaging for eyelid products.
Filler substances should be applied to slightly damp skin, after washing with basic skincare products. Remember, you cannot limit yourself to fillers only or replace any of the main products with them.
Reviews
On the Internet you can find quite contradictory reviews about proofreaders. Wrinkle fillers are a delight for some women and completely unsuitable for others. Cheap silicone-based products most often receive negative reviews. They provoke swelling and irritation. In addition, such products spoil the skin and completely slide off when trying to apply makeup.
Reviews of correctors such as Vichy, Dior, Natura Siberica and Biotherm are always positive. These products contain natural substances that heal and rejuvenate the skin. They do not create an airtight film on it and do not cause swelling or irritation. Therefore, when purchasing a wrinkle filler, it is very important to pay attention to the composition of the product and the reputation of its manufacturer.
Types of skin fillers: natural and synthetic
Wrinkle corrector-filler can be natural or synthetic - is there a fundamental difference other than origin?
Features of natural fillers:
- Less likely to cause allergic manifestations (But this does not mean that you should neglect the test for individual sensitivity!)
- After administration of the substance, the effect is noticeable for 3-16 months, and then it is necessary to do another cosmetic injection.
- Most often, the main component is hyaluronic acid, which is already produced in our body.
Features of synthetic fillers:
- The effect is noticeable for much longer – 10-20 months.
- They are considered semi-permanent products, since their use still causes the skin to age.
- Use with caution, as there is a possibility of hypersensitivity to the components.
Allergies can occur when using natural products and synthetics, but the consequences of using synthetic fillers are, of course, more dangerous.
Terms of use
When using filler creams, it is important to follow the instructions for use and know a few key points:
- They should be applied to well-cleaned, moisturized skin, i.e. after treatment with tonic and application of cream.
- The effect of the drug will be enhanced by the early removal of dead skin cells (deep peeling).
- The mixture is applied to problem areas in an extremely thin layer and using massage movements to prevent the cream from rolling off.
- If the annotation indicates the possibility of using the filler cream as a base for makeup, then you can safely apply decorative cosmetics (there are options for mixing with foundation).
How can fillers be dangerous? Contraindications and risks
Some people have a strictly negative attitude towards injections - the reason for this is the stories of women about the unpleasant experience of using hyaluronic injections. For example, in 2012, a girl from Great Britain decided to undergo filler rejuvenation before her wedding, and the consequences were disastrous - the body’s strongest reaction in the form of deterioration of vision and a facial nerve defect. The doctor was to blame for administering the substance incorrectly, which caused harm to the patient.
Most often, this is what happens -
wrinkle fillers can only cause allergies, and all other problems are caused by unprofessional conduct of the procedure. It is better if the correction is carried out not by a cosmetologist, but by a specialist surgeon.
Filler for deep and fine wrinkles is an effective treatment, but it is not suitable for patients with:
- Aggravated skin lesions at the site of future injection - acne, wounds, severe scratches, folliculitis.
- Herpes simplex virus or human papillomavirus.
- Bacterial infections - staphylococcal and streptococcal, as well as impetigo.
- Rosacea.
- Dermatitis – both contact and seborrheic.
- Marfan and Ehlers-Danlos syndromes.
- Psoriasis.
It is necessary to be very careful in the use of products if a person suffers from connective tissue diseases - collagenosis, hypertrophic scarring, pyodermic phenomena. Consultation with a doctor is required if there is a risk of Koebner phenomenon (genetic predisposition).
If the body reacts negatively to the filler, this may manifest itself as immediate allergic reactions (develop within 24 hours after the introduction of the allergen):
- Hives.
- Quincke's edema.
- Anaphylactic shock - the likelihood of occurrence is very low, but it is present.
Patients suffering from thalassemia, hemostatic disorders and blood clotting (hemophilia, deficiency of C-reactive protein, coagulopathic processes) should undergo examination and consultation with the attending physician before attending a filler correction procedure.
After injections, not only swelling, but also small hematomas may occur. To prevent their occurrence, you should avoid taking all antiplatelet and anti-inflammatory substances (if possible).
The most popular fillers according to users: review
Having analyzed the reviews of women who regularly resort to fillers, we can identify several leading brands:
- Belotero Balance is a natural substance based on hyaluron. It acts very gently, with a minimum of side effects due to adaptation to the individual characteristics of the patient’s skin. Used to correct lip contour and smooth out nasolabial folds. The manufacturer indicates that the effect is observed up to 9 months, and patients share positive impressions - the result is noticeable even up to 13-17 months.
- Artefill is a synthetic drug based on animal collagen. It is administered for a long period - almost forever, if the patient does not want to eliminate it. Requires a very careful and responsible approach from a specialist to the administration procedure. The main advantage is that the effect is noticeable for a very long time, the procedure does not need to be repeated every 1-1.5 years, as with other fillers.
- Restylane and Perlane are two very similar drugs in structure, both natural and based on hyaluronic acid. More often used for small wrinkles and “mesh”, the effect is noticeable up to 6-12 months. The only difference is the consistency - Perlane is a little thicker.
Today we also talked about filler creams that help get rid of wrinkles at home. Among them are:
- Capture cream from Dior, containing a double dose of active ingredients. The bi-skin component was developed by the company itself for easy correction of age-related skin changes - however, the product also has a good effect on deep wrinkles.
- Biotherm, which produces a whole line of anti-aging products. One of the creams has a lifting effect due to the content of thermal plankton extract - it is used by the fair sex as a “homemade” filler.
- Helena Rubinstein, offering women a line of lifting products with collagen microspheres. They push out folds and wrinkles, making the surface perfectly smooth in a few seconds. Excellent light base for makeup.
Injection procedures
Injectable fillers can be purchased through a sales representative or the Internet; the cost of one syringe starts from one thousand; cheaper materials may be of poor quality and cause an allergic reaction.
Despite the cost of the injection solution itself, not very much is required, for example, about 1-3 ml of the drug is required for an averagely neglected nasolabial fold.
Filling wrinkles using this method involves injecting hyaluronic acid serum into the skin. This substance is a natural component of the skin and therefore does not pose a danger to the body. Getting into the subcutaneous layers, the acid helps smooth out skin folds.
Unlike Botox, it does not “freeze” facial expressions because it does not affect nerve endings. Acid differs from silicone in that it does not fill wrinkles with a foreign substance, which over time can change locations on the face.
To prick or not to prick? conclusions
It all depends on your decision - if you want to rejuvenate your skin with a long-term, high-quality product and you are not afraid of surgeons’ needles, then you can resort to filler. A qualified, responsible specialist will make sure that you do not have any negative impressions of the procedure, and your skin will glow with youth and elasticity!
An interesting video from Olga, a girl who will talk in detail about the correction procedure and describe her own impressions:
