First, it is necessary to explain the difference between fillers and gel. Any substance injected under the skin that fills space is called a filler. A filler can be gel or fat, injected beneath the skin in various parts of the body. Therefore, in general, the term filler is a broad definition that also includes gel. In another article, fillers are explained in detail.
Read more: Filler (Dermal Fillers)
In this article, we will discuss gel. “Gel” is a colloquial term, while the scientific name of the injectable substance is hyaluronic acid.
Have you ever heard of “elastin” or “collagen”? Hyaluronic acid not only stimulates the production of elastin and collagen, but it is also responsible for increasing moisture levels in the skin while accelerating skin regeneration and repair.
Hyaluronic acid is abundant throughout our body and is essential for its proper functioning. In fact, it is found in our skin, inside our joints, in our eyes, and in other tissues.
It takes less than 24 hours for the hyaluronic acid in our skin to break down, which means the body must replenish it daily. As we age, we lose nearly 70% of our hyaluronic acid reserves. It’s no wonder that hyaluronic acid has become a top choice in skin‑firming treatments
Hyaluronic acid (filler) injections have become an essential part of anti-aging treatments. Today, hyaluronic acid is widely used in skincare products, and when applied topically, it delivers results that look natural. These soft, transparent gels can be injected beneath or into the skin to boost the body’s hyaluronic acid supply, resulting in:
When hyaluronic acid is injected into our skin, it rejuvenates and hydrates it. It can also fill in wrinkles. Thanks to its ability to stimulate collagen production and its excellent capacity for retaining water, hyaluronic acid helps keep our skin smooth, plump, and well‑hydrated. Because hyaluronic acid attracts and binds water molecules, it is essential for maintaining the skin’s structure and volume. Together, collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid form the skin’s scaffold, creating its structure and texture.
With an increased supply of hyaluronic acid, hyaluronic acid fillers refresh and plump the skin by restoring facial volume lost with age, reducing the appearance of lines and wrinkles, and creating a softer, more natural look.
Hyaluronic acid injections can be an excellent treatment option for facial wrinkles, depending on their location. Common treatment areas include forehead lines, crow’s feet, lip lines, and neck wrinkles.
In most cases, botulinum toxin (Botox) injections are used to treat wrinkles, but the new generation of hyaluronic acid injections can achieve outstanding results. In anti-aging treatments, hyaluronic acid injections are highly effective. Dr. Narges Mikaniki, with many years of experience in the field of aesthetics, is ready to provide you with the highest quality services.
