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The older you get, the more difficult it becomes to maintain a fresh glow that only comes with hydrated, young skin. Hyaluronic acid (HA) is often responsible for binding to the water molecules in your skin, but as you advance in age, your production of natural HA decreases. This is where SKINVIVE™ comes into play, as the first and only FDA-approved Allergan hyaluronic acid microdroplet injectable. Dr. Ariel Ostad offers SKINVIVE™ injectables for anyone who wants to maintain their youthful glow.
CANDIDATES
Good candidates are women and men in their 20s to their 80s trying to make their skin look more hydrated. As the product can increase your production of hyaluronic acid, it can help reduce dryness and offer a healthy, dewy-looking aspect. If you have mild to moderate fine lines and wrinkles, along with crepey skin, then you can reduce their intensity by using SKINVIVE™ injections.
This treatment is recommended for those who want to improve smoothness in their skin, but it may not help with skin hollowness. As a result, if you want to get volume in your skin or resolve skin laxity issues, you should look for other alternatives. The treatment is suitable for every skin type, as long as you show the symptoms. SKINVIVE™ is also recommended to women and men during the winter months when skin becomes drier.
You should also inform Dr. Ostad if you are on any treatments that can decrease your immune response, as this can prolong the side effects. SKINVIVE™ is not recommended for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. A consultation is often necessary to determine whether you are a suitable candidate or not.
How Does SKINVIVE™ Work?
SKINVIVE™ works by injecting a purified formula of hyaluronic acid underneath your skin. When administered through microdroplet injections, it can improve the smoothness and hydration of your skin, particularly in your cheek area.
Hyaluronic acid also triggers your body’s natural production of collagen. Combined with the increased hydration that the treatment provides, it can help you improve the smoothness and elasticity of your skin, potentially reducing fine lines. Each SKINVIVE™ injection contains 12mg of hyaluronic acid, which starts working the moment it is injected.
Compared to other hyaluronic acid dermal fillers that have a thicker, gel-like consistency, SKINVIVE™ is more water-like. Once injected underneath the skin, rather than staying in one place, it disperses in the entire surrounding area. This hydrates your skin, offering you a glowing complexion. The treatment itself takes about 15 to 20 minutes to apply and requires no preparatory work at home.
SKINVIVE™ Recovery
Similar to any type of injection, you may expect some side effects as the hyaluronic acid adjusts underneath your skin. Some of the rare side effects include redness, swelling, or bruising at the injection site, along with pain or tenderness. Dr. Ostad may provide some pain relievers to reduce the intensity of the symptoms.
Usually, you can return to your daily routine right after receiving the treatment. During this time, you should avoid touching your face. With proper aftercare, the symptoms should go away within a week.
SKINVIVE™ Results
Results can be seen right after stepping out of the office, as your skin will look more hydrated. The hyaluronic acid will keep bonding to the water molecules and trigger collagen production, with the results improving over the next two weeks.
Full results are usually visible within a month after receiving the treatment and may last from six months to one year. To maintain your results and prevent signs of aging from appearing too early, you should schedule regular SKINVIVE™ maintenance treatments.
Dr. Ariel Ostad has seen patients for this service from all over the tri-state area, including Manhattan, Midtown, the Upper East Side, the Upper West Side, Brooklyn, New York City, the Bronx, Harlem, Astoria, Queens, Long Island, New Jersey, Connecticut, and more. If you are interested in any of the services offered at the Office of Dr. Ariel Ostad, please contact us for more information.
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Dr. Ariel Ostad has seen patients for this service from all over the tri-state area, including Manhattan, Midtown, the Upper East Side, the Upper West Side, Brooklyn, New York City, the Bronx, Harlem, Astoria, Queens, Long Island, New Jersey, Connecticut, and more. If you are interested in any of the services offered at the Office of Dr. Ariel Ostad, please contact us for more information.
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