Filler VS Biostimulator: Which Is Right for You?

Having an amazing skincare lineup  is essential, but some signs of aging might require a little more TLC than even our top-shelf products offer. Have no fear, that’s where facial fillers change the skincare game. This general term covers an array of synthetic injectables used to treat multiple areas and skin concerns. Buckle up – we're breaking down which facial filler is right for you, boo!  

All About filler

Fillers are formulated from hyaluronic acid, a key compound found naturally within our skin to provide volume and hydration. You’ve probably seen retail products that offer hyaluronic acid as a surface treatment, but it best treats your areas of concern when administered below the surface as a dermal filler. Thankfully, The Skin Therapist has you covered.  

Injections for fillers can be administered in a variety of areas to treat lines, folds and aging concerns. There are multiple formulations, each used to treat different areas of the face. In many cases, clients can receive their full treatment in one visit and results typically last 6-12 months. Fillers do not change or “trigger” changes within your skin and full results should be visible within a week of treatment.  

All About Biostimulators

One of the key reasons your skin ages? The body produces less and less collagen over time. Think about collagen as the “scaffold” working below the surface to hold up and maintain the structure of your full, youthful skin. Less collagen production results in less structure below the surface, causing hollow areas to grow more visible. Lucky for you, biostimulators are here to help.  

Sculptra or Radiesse works below the surface like no other “filler” on the market. Instead of offering a temporary fix, this injection stimulates the collagen production below the surface. Sculptra or Radiesse works to trigger your body to produce more of its own collagen, resulting in natural, gradual fullness in areas that have grown hollow. Sculptra or Radiesse is typically administered in a series of three treatments, spaced four weeks apart. While that means results take a bit longer to fully develop, they’re longer lasting and have a life-long impact on your collagen production.  

Just here for the CliffsNotes version of this? Let’s break it down in the most basic form.  

biostimulator is ideal for:

• Treating hollowed areas (sunken in cheeks or volume loss in your jawline)
• Adding and restoring facial volume  
• Gradual, longer lasting results  
• Replenish + stimulate collagen production  
• Longer lasting results than standard filler  
• Overall impact on collagen reproduction  

filler is preferred for:

• Lines, wrinkles and folds  
• Clients seeking an immediate result  
• Shorter-term results
• No impact on collagen production  

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