Restylane smoothes wrinkles and enhances lips instantly. If you would like to get rid of wrinkles and folds or if you want to improve the image of your lips, there is a new answer to your needs. Restylane is an innovation based on non-animal hyaluronic acid, manufactured by a unique method in the Q-Med laboratories in Sweden. The treatment is performed by injecting Restylane into the skin or lip, and because no pre-test is needed it takes less than 30 minutes. Hyaluronic acid occurs naturally in the body and therefore it also dissolves naturally with time.
How long the effects of Restylane last is individual. It depends on many factors such as the structure of the skin, lifestyle and age as well as on the degree of perfection demanded by the individual. However, we know that for the majority of the patients treated about 50-80% of the effect remains after 6 months. Most people choose to have a touch-up done within a year of the original treatment.
A small percentage of patients experience swelling and bruising. These side-effects usually resolve in 5 to 7 days. Rare cases of allergic reactions have been reported. These allergic reactions also resolve within a few weeks.
Many other types of filler such as Perlane, Articol, and Hyaline will eventually be available in the United States. Radiance semi-permanent filler which is FDA approved for non-cosmetic applications can be used in lips and other facial areas. Radiance will last anywhere from 2 to 8 years.
Note: None of the above is intended as medical advice.