At Allure Enhancement Center in Lafayette, LA, we are passionate about helping our clients improve their self-image by enhancing their natural beauty. One of the most common concerns our clients come in with is wrinkles, and we are proud to offer a wide range of injectables to address this concern. Today, we take a closer look at one of our most popular anti-wrinkle treatments, Belotero. Here’s what you need to know.
How Does Belotero Work?
Belotero enhances your allure by volumizing your skin. This prescription injectable dermal filler contains hyaluronic acid, a polysaccharide that attracts and binds to water. You will be able to see an initial improvement due to this volumization as soon as your appointment is over. However, it may take 10 to 14 days to see the final results of your treatment. Your final results are achieved once your skin produces extra collagen in response to the treatment.
Where Can This Treatment Be Used?
Belotero can be administered in virtually any part of your face that is experiencing volume loss. It is commonly used to erase volume loss-related lines around the mouth, but it can also be used to augment the lips subtly, enhancing your natural beauty. This injectable can also be used to treat nasolabial folds that are caused by moderate or severe volume loss.
How Long Will the Results of My Treatment Last?
Generally, ideal results last between six months and a year. However, you should keep in mind that there are many factors that affect the longevity of your results. For example, you can generally expect longer-lasting results if you are young and healthy. You should be aware that the dose you receive, the severity of your concerns, and the location of your concerns also affect how long your results will last.
Is There Anything I Can Do To Extend the Longevity of My Results?
Yes, there are several things you can do to help your results last as long as possible. One of the best things you can do is to maintain a good skincare routine. You should apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen before going outside, and you should reapply it regularly. At a minimum, it should provide a sun protection factor of 35. You should also moisturize your skin once or twice per day depending on your skin type.
You can also help maintain your optimal results by maintaining a healthy diet. Your diet should be high in micronutrients, like amino acids from protein, vitamin C and zinc from dark green vegetables, citrus fruits, and tropical fruits, and water. Men can usually maintain optimal hydration by drinking half a gallon of water and eating water-rich fruits, vegetables, and soups. Women should eat a water-rich diet and generally drink 48 ounces of water.
Am I a Good Candidate for This Treatment?
We will verify that you are a good candidate for this treatment during your initial consultation. If you are fairly healthy and have cosmetic concerns caused by volume loss, there is an excellent chance you will be deemed a good fit for this treatment. However, we need to discuss your health thoroughly before we can determine definitively if this treatment will be safe for you.
While it is appropriate for most healthy adults, you will not qualify for this treatment if you are breastfeeding or pregnant. You also will not be considered an ideal fit for this treatment if you aren’t willing to stop drinking alcohol or smoking before and after your treatment per the preparation and aftercare guidelines.
What Preparation Guidelines Will I Need To Follow?
One of the most important preparation guidelines to follow before your injection session is to refrain from consuming alcohol or tobacco products. Both alcohol and products that contain nicotine can affect your treatment. You also need to avoid sun exposure. Any skin irritation, including sunburn, will disqualify you from treatment temporarily.
It is also important that you arrive at your appointment hydrated and well-nourished. You should eat a light, protein- and nutrient-dense meal or snack before you come in for your appointment, and you should drink a cup or two of hydrating fluids. You also will need to avoid taking any blood-thinning drugs or supplements before your injection session, and also avoid any topical products or cosmetic treatments that may cause skin irritation.
What Aftercare Guidelines Will I Need To Follow?
After your treatment is over, you need to avoid touching the treated areas for several hours. You should not apply makeup, scratch your skin, or rub your face. You also must avoid applying too much pressure to the treated areas, so you must sleep on your back. It is also important that you wear sunscreen and a brimmed hat to protect your face from the sun’s harmful UV rays.
Additionally, you may not drink alcohol, smoke, or take blood-thinning pharmaceuticals for at least 24 hours post-treatment. Furthermore, you should avoid excessive heat and sweating for 24 hours after your injections are administered.
What Other Treatments May Help Me Improve My Self-Confidence?
What other treatments may help you improve your self-confidence depends on the nature of your concerns. If you want to enjoy a long-lasting cheek augmentation without surgery, VOLUMA injections are a great option. The results of this treatment can restore volume to the apple of your cheek, recontour your cheekbones, and provide many other benefits for approximately two years.
If you have cosmetic concerns caused by overactive muscles, you will need botulinum toxin injections to restore your youthful countenance. We offer four FDA-approved botulinum toxins, including BOTOX and Dysport. During your initial consultation, we will discuss all of your cosmetic concerns and goals and advise you on which treatments are ideal for you.
Discover How You Can Enhance Your Natural Beauty Today
You don’t have to allow signs of aging to cramp your style. Belotero temporarily eliminates lines and wrinkles from your face by volumizing the targeted areas. If you think you could benefit from volumizing your skin, drop us a line to schedule an appointment at Allure Enhancement Center in Lafayette, LA.