Collagen Stimulators
From the age of 25, we lose on average 1% of collagen every year.
Collagen and elastin give skin its bounciness and glow.
Stimulating collagen helps to regain youthfulness through achieving smoother and tighter skin.
Collagen Stimulators cover a range of products that stimulate collagen through their chemical or physical properties.
What are Collagen Stimulators?
What are Collagen Stimulators?
Collagen stimulators refer to a family of injectable products which are regulated as medical devices in Singapore. These are designed to be injected by doctors only. There are many products available which stimulate the production of collagen through different biomechanisms.
These can be used at different depths of the skin. When used in the dermis (skin), they can improve both superficial and deep wrinkles.
When injected deeply, they can restore structure and support the face through volume replacement.
Different products available in the market specialise in different outcomes, and a consultation is needed to recommend the most suitable for your particular concerns and desired outcome.
CaHA
(再生針|微晶瓷)
NAHYCO HA-based
(水光针)
Exosomes
NAHYCO 64 - 5 point HA is a HA product that delivers hydration with subtle volumising and lifting. NAHYCO 90 Structure has more lifting properties than hydrating properties to additionally address skin laxity and sagginess.
Calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres suspended in a gel matrix that can provide immediate contouring and long-term collagen and elastin stimulation.
Polynucleotide Skin Boosters are regenerative skin boosters that are used for scar remodelling, collagen stimulation, skin glow and uneven pigmentation.
Exosomes use stem-cell derived growth factors to aid in skin repair and hydration. It is the only family of the above that is used with microneedling, not injected.
To determine the most suitable treatment for you, we invite you to reach out to us for a detailed skin analysis and consultation.
Polynucleotides
(婴儿针)
Collagen is naturally produced by fibroblasts. Oligio focuses heat to the deep dermis to stimulate fibroblasts in the superficial and deep dermis. This triggers a natural collagen renewal process for younger looking skin.
Existing collagen is remodeled (think rearranging and strengthening) while encouraging new collagen production, which improves the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and sagging skin. The treatment lifts the face to improve laugh lines and jowling, and also improves the appearance of pores.
Energy device: What is Oligio®?
Oligio RF Skin Tightening is a non-invasive, energy-based lifting device. It uses high-frequency monopolar radiofrequency to apply strong heat deep into the dermis. This awakens senescent fibroblasts to stimulate new collagen synthesis and increase skin elasticity.
Oligio RF targets sagging skin, wrinkles, and fine lines by stimulating collagen production and improving skin elasticity.
Given that all individuals experience net collagen loss from the age of 25, these treatments are suitable for everyone.
The growing trend of 'collagen banking' is based on the premise that the best time to start collagen stimulating treatments is now: when your fibroblast response is at its best.
For those with specific anti-ageing concerns that have already manifested, such as skin laxity, jowls, eye bags or wrinkles, leave it to us to recommend which treatment is most suitable for you, based on our experience and your skin goals.
Who is suitable?
How do I choose?
Our recommendation in selection criteria boils down to 3 main factors:
Primary skin concerns
Tolerability of the procedure and downtime involved
Cost effectiveness
We will always recommend the most ideal treatment to achieve your goals, while tailoring the second and third points to ensure a comfortable and sustainable treatment plan for you.
Collagen stimulators are increasing in popularity, as they offer multiple benefits in a single treatment:
Natural looking results
A natural rejuvenation to the whole face without changing your own unique features.
Immediate and Delayed Results
Depending on the product used, some collagen stimulators have immediate volumising and lifting results.
Collagen Stimulators also offer more lasting results than HA fillers.
Customisable
Collagen Stimulators come in different forms. Some may also be diluted to a specified concentration to perform the desired outcome.
Generally, more viscous (thicker) collagen stimulators, such as undiluted Radiesse, are firmer and more supportive, and can be used in a similar fashion to dermal fillers.
Gouri, Juvelook and diluted Radiesse are have less immediate results and more delayed results through pure collagen stimulation.
Harder products are placed deeper for natural revolumising and lifting.
Softer products are placed more superficially, for example in the lips, fine lines, wrinkles and acne scars for a more natural result.
