USE
In the treatment
of facial lines;
eg, frown lines,
nasolabial lines,
perioral lines,
chin lines, lip
augmentation,
scars & facial
rejuvenation.
ACTION
Uses Hyaluronic
acid, a natural
component of your
skin. This Non-Animal,
Stabilized, Hyaluronic
Acid, binds water
in your skin,
to lift and restore
skin's natural
elasticity and
volume.
No skin test is
required. No animal
ingredients.
Restylane - wrinkle
correction, lip
enhancement
Restylane fine
line - thin superficial
lines; around
eyes and mouth,
forehead lines,
smile lines.
Perlane - shaping
facial contours;
cheeks, chin.
Deep folds and
Volume augmentation
in lips.
BEFORE TREATMENT
Important to examine
the overall care
of your skin.
Avoid sun exposure
Stop SMOKING Improve
your diet; Water,
fresh fruit, vegetables.
Regular skin care.
Avoid aspirin,
ibuprofen for
2 weeks before
treatment. If
you are due to
have any major
surgery esp. bowel
or pelvic surgery
you should NOT
have treatment
with a filler.
History of colds
sores will require
treatment with
an ant-viral.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Pregnancy &
Breast feeding
Active skin disorder
on the face
Current infection
Extreme allergic
states
Severe illness
Auto-immune disorders
Active cold sores.
PROCEDURE
Performed in the
clinic. Well tolerated
but local anaesthetic
cream or injection
can be used to
reduce the pain
of the injections,
especially in
lips. The results
will last from
4 -6 months depending
on age, skin type,
and activity.
POST-TREATMENT
Keep area clean
and dry for 24
hours. Do not
touch, rub or
massage area.
Keep pets away
from face for
first day. Avoid
sun exposure and
sunbeds for 24
hours. No alcohol
for 24 hours
EFFECTS
Pain Mild burning
sensation with
injection.
Redness mild ,
usually resolves
in 1 -2 hours
Bruising Minimal
bruising may occur.
Swelling Mild
swelling of the
treated area for
approximately
1-2 weeks.
Itching Mild
Infection Very
rare
Discolouration
Mild may last
1 - 2 days
Allergic reactions
Very rare
Hypersensitivity
reaction Rare,
redness, tenderness,
acne-like lesions,
self-limiting
