Restylane

Restylane FAQs

• What is Restylane?

  Restylane is a line of hyaluronic acid-based facial fillers that help smooth wrinkles and plump your cheeks. An ingredient that occurs naturally in our skin, especially around joints like elbows or knees! The FDA approved it back when they were looking for something effective at making you look less old—and now we have solutions suitable for every stage from young to mature; no matter how old you are, there’s always time (or wrinkle-free days) left on the clock!!

• Which is better Restylane or Juvéderm?

  Restylane and Juvéderm are two different types of fillers that have smooth textures. The granular Restylane is better for treating fine lines in tight facial areas. At the same time, the smoother consistency of Juvéderm makes it ideal for addressing broader wrinkles on more loose parts, such as around one’s eyes or mouth area if they’re not too deep into dermal backup creases (these will show through naturally).

• What is Restylane used for?

  Restylane® is a popular option for those seeking to add volume and fullness to their skin, such as fixing moderate-severe facial wrinkles or correcting nasolabial folds. Restyled patients may also benefit from lip enhancement procedures that have been proven effective at any age over 21!

• How long do Restylane products last?

  With complete treatment, you can see lasting results for up to 18 months in nasolabial folds with Restylane, up to 12 months in the cheeks, up to 6 months in the back of the hands, and up to 6 months in facial wrinkles and folds, such as nasolabial folds, with Restylane Lyft; 6 months for lips and perioral rhytids with Restylane Silk; and up to 12 months in the facial wrinkles and folds (such as nasolabial folds and marionette lines) with Restylane Refyne and Restylane Defyne.

• Who should not use Restylane?

  The Restylane family of products should not be used by people who:

  • Are you pregnant, breastfeeding, or under 22 years of age
  • Have recently used drugs that thin the blood or prevent clotting
  • Have had previous bad allergies, particularly to microorganisms known as gram-positive bacteria
  • Have severe allergies to drugs that have previously required in-hospital treatment
  • Have bleeding disorders
  • Have a known allergy to lidocaine if using Restylane Silk, Restylane Lyft, Restylane, Restylane Refyne, or Restylane Defyne
• What should I tell my doctor before getting Restylane?

  Do not use if you have severe allergies with a history of severe reactions (anaphylaxis), are allergic to lidocaine or gram-positive bacterial proteins used to make hyaluronic acid, are prone to bleeding, or have a bleeding disorder—the safety of use. At the same time, pregnant or breastfeeding has not been studied.

  • Tell your doctor if you have a history of scarring or pigmentation disorders, as these side effects can occur with hyaluronic acid fillers.
  • Tell your doctor if you are planning other cosmetic treatments (i.e., lasers and chemical peels), as there is a possible risk of inflammation at the injection site.
  • Tell your doctor if you’re taking medications that lower your body’s immune response or affect bleeding, such as aspirin or warfarin, as these medications may increase the risk of bruising or bleeding at the gel injection site. Using these products on gel injection sites with skin sores, pimples, rashes, hives, cysts, or infections should be postponed until healing is complete.‍
• What should I do before getting Restylane?
  • DO NOT consume alcoholic beverages at least 24 hours before treatment (alcohol may thin the blood and increase the risk of bruising)
  • Avoid anti-inflammatory/blood-thinning medications for two weeks before treatment. Medications and supplements such as aspirin, vitamin E, ginkgo Biloba, ginseng, St. John’s Wort, Omega 3/Fish Oil supplements, Ibuprofen, Motrin, Advil, Aleve, and other NSAIDS have a blood-thinning effect. They can increase the risk of bruising and swelling after injections.
  • Schedule your Restylane appointment at least two weeks before a special event you may be attending, such as a wedding or a vacation. Bruising and swelling may be apparent in that period.
  • Discontinue Retin-A 2 days before and two days after treatment. Reschedule your appointment at least 24 hours in advance if you have a rash, cold, sore, or blemish in the area.
  • Before your procedure, ensure a good breakfast, including food and drink. This will decrease the chances of lightheadedness during your treatment.
  • You are not a candidate if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.