Sculptra

Sculptra is one of the longest-lasting aesthetic treatments available in the industry, with visible improved results seen at 25 months after your last session. This stimulating treatment will encourage your skin to produce its own collagen. Therefore, although the actual product injected breaks down, you will be left with your own boosted collagen which will have long-lasting results increasing elasticity and smoothness of the skin as well as tightening saggy areas and improving volume.

Results from Sculptra injections typically begin to appear within a few weeks, with significant improvements visible after about three months as collagen production increases. The full effects continue to develop gradually and can last up to two years or more​.

Sculptra is made of Poly-L-Lactic acid which is found naturally in the muscles of your body. It is a clear fluid made up of water that has a thin consistency. When injected into the skin it is a potent collagen stimulator. It will gradually encourage your skin to produce its own collagen creating a smoother, tighter, more healthy skin barrier. The final results can take 3-4 months offering a gradual improvement. Sculptra is perfect for the more ageing skin and those wanting natural and subtle results for 25 months or more.

Dermal filler is made up of hyaluronic acid which is the main component found in human collage. It is a thick gel solution and when injected into depressed and grooved areas in the face it will instantly lift the area, as it mimics your body’s own collagen. It will not stimulate your skin to produce new collagen. As results are instant it is often the preferred choice for younger patients, however, treatments only last for up to 18 months.

Sculptra for hip dips involves injecting poly-L-lactic acid to stimulate collagen production and gradually add volume to the hip area. This non-surgical treatment enhances the curves and smooths out indentations, creating a fuller and more contoured appearance. Results develop over several months and can last up to two years.

Choosing between Sculptra and Morpheus8 depends on individual goals. Sculptra stimulates collagen production for gradual, long-lasting volume enhancement and contouring, ideal for filling hip dips and facial volume loss. Morpheus8 combines microneedling with radiofrequency to tighten skin, reduce wrinkles, and improve texture. The best option varies based on desired outcomes and specific skin concerns​.

Yes, Sculptra can make a significant difference by gradually stimulating collagen production to restore volume, improve skin texture, and enhance contours. It provides natural-looking, long-lasting results, effectively addressing wrinkles, facial hollowness, and body contouring needs such as hip dips and butt lifts.

Massaging Sculptra after treatment is crucial to evenly distribute the injected material and prevent nodule formation. It ensures a smooth, natural-looking result by aiding the absorption and integration of the poly-L-lactic acid into the surrounding tissues. Typically, patients are advised to massage the treated area five times a day for five minutes, for five days.

Sculptra has been approved for aesthetic use in the European market since 1999. Treatments have occurred in 40 countries worldwide. The new and improved reconstituted formula has minimised any adverse event like lumps or nodules and there has had extensive clinical trials by Galderma, the leading pharmaceutical company that manufactures Sculptra.  The product is based on a biodegradable acid that is found natural y occurring in the body. This acid called Poly-L-Lactic acid has also been used for decades in dissolvable stitches and medical implants with no adverse effects recorded to date. The extensive clinical trials that have been carried out with Sculptra has given it a proven safety profile with patient satisfaction for up to  25 months.