In-clinic treatment
Injectable skin boosters
A prescriber places small injections of stabilised hyaluronic acid across an area of skin. This is a medical procedure, not a facial.
Indicative cost
£180.00–£450.00 per session
Downtime
Minimal to moderate. Bumps, pinprick marks and possible bruising for two to five days.
Typical course
Typically a course of two or three, four weeks apart
Keeping it up
Often every six to twelve months
How it works
Hyaluronic acid holds water. Placed within the skin rather than used to add volume, the aim is a change in skin quality over weeks rather than an immediate filled look.
What a session actually involves
You have a consultation, numbing cream, then a series of small injections across the treatment area. Expect small raised bumps immediately afterwards that settle over hours to a couple of days.
What people usually consider it for
- Dehydration
- Fine lines
- Texture
- Dullness
This reflects what the treatment is commonly used for — not a claim that it will work for you.
When it may not be suitable
- You are pregnant or breastfeeding
- You have an active skin infection in the area
- You have a history of keloid scarring or certain autoimmune conditions, unless cleared
This list is not exhaustive. A qualified practitioner should assess you before any treatment.
Things to weigh up
- — A medical procedure — consult a qualified regulated practitioner
- — Results vary and are not permanent
What the evidence looks like
Reasonable published evidence for improved skin hydration measures. This is a prescription medical treatment and must be delivered by an appropriately qualified and regulated practitioner.
Questions worth asking first
Check the injector's medical registration and who prescribes the product. Ask what happens if there is a complication.
What tends to sit alongside it
- LED therapy
- Microneedling
Others people compare it with
Treatments and devices are listed for information only. Nothing here is medical advice, a diagnosis, or a promise of a result. Suitability depends on your health, skin and the specific device or practitioner — always check with a qualified professional first.