Collagen Stimulator Injections (Bio-stimulators)

Collagen stimulator injections last longer than other cosmetic injectables. They stimulate the body’s natural regenerative processes, encouraging the production of collagen and elastin—keeping proteins that help maintain the skin structure, elasticities and firmness.

Collagen stimulators can benefit various areas of the face and the body, including the cheeks, jawline, chin, neck, decolletage and hands. They can also be used to treat acne scars.

Ideal candidates for bio stimulator treatments include those who are concerned about visible signs of ageing (finalised, wrinkles, crappy skin, loss of facial volume) and those who are interested in improving skin quality.

Immediately after your treatment, you may experience some generalised tenderness and discomfort. This can be alleviated by a cool compress and paracetamol. You can reduce the chance of bruising by avoiding blood-thinning medications and alcohol. Your practitioner will discuss your after-care protocol at length during your initial consultation.

Avoid heat-inducing activities, sun exposure and wearing make-up for 24 hours after treatment.

Collagen is the main structural protein found in skin and other connective tissues. It accounts for 30 % of your body’s proteins. Collagen provides structure, support or strength to your skin, muscles, bone and connective tissues. Collagen keeps our skin from sagging, giving us a plump, youthful look with fewer fine lines and wrinkles.

Collagen stimulators are made of materials that trigger collagen production when injected into the skin. They are an effective way to restore volume to the face and improve skin texture and tone.

Although you’ll see immediate but temporary results for the first 24 hours (simply due to the fluids in the injections) after your injections, these will fade. You’ll notice the actual, visible and long-lasting results of new collagen production within 2 to 3 months.

It depends. Collagen stimulators and antiwrinkle treatments are different. If your wrinkles are caused by muscle movement, an antiwrinkle treatment may be preferred—or possibly included—in your treatment plan. If your lines and wrinkles are permanently visible despite muscle activity, a collagen stimulator may be a good option. Talk to your doctor for more information.

Side-effects of collagen stimulator injections are minimal, and there is minimal downtime. Usually, patients are free to return to work following their appointment. Occasionally, you may notice some bruising or redness in the treated areas after your treatment, but this will subside within a week. Some patients experience minor swelling, which should also fade during the first week of recovery.

Volumising/augmenting treatments instantly add volume or shape to an area or smooth wrinkles. Alternatively, collagen-stimulating injections produce anti-ageing results by stimulating your body’s own tissues to produce more collagen. With more collagen, your body has a more youthful appearance with more volume and fewer lines.