Biostimulation

Biostimulators are advanced cosmetic treatments that work by stimulating your body’s natural collagen production to rejuvenate and restore skin firmness. Unlike traditional fillers, which add volume immediately, biostimulators promote gradual improvements in skin texture, elasticity, and tone over time. By encouraging collagen regeneration, they help to reduce fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging, giving you long-lasting, natural-looking results. Ideal for those looking to enhance their skin's overall vitality, biostimulators offer a subtle yet effective way to achieve a more youthful, radiant appearance without surgery.

What are bio-stimulators used for:

  • Stimulating collagen production

  • Restoring facial volume

  • Reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles

  • Improving skin elasticity and thickness

  • Treating age-related facial hollowness

Answering your questions:

Pre-treatment:

  • Avoid blood-thinners where possible to minimise bruising

  • Avoid alcohol 24hrs before treatment

Procedure duration:

  • +- 60min (This includes consultation time - the procedure itself can be 15-45min)

Post-treatment care:

  • Avoid alcohol 24hrs after treatment

  • Avoid touching the treated areas

  • Downtime: none

Duration of Treatment Effects:

  • Sculptra (biostimulator) results typically last up to 2 years with optimal treatment, although individual results may vary based on factors like metabolism and the area treated.

Time to Kick In:

  • Initial results: You may see some improvement immediately after treatment due to the volume of the injected solution.

  • Full effects: The gradual increase in collagen production usually becomes noticeable over a few weeks to a few months, with optimal results typically seen around 3 to 6 months after the treatment as collagen continues to build

Pricing:

Sculptra: R 7800 + consultation fee (R700)