Skin Booster: show off radiant skin

These are not complications; they are the skin's normal response to the microinjections. They appear at the end of the session, are temporary and require no treatment other than a little patience and the aftercare we recommend:

• Redness (erythema) at the injection points for a few hours.
• Mild swelling and a feeling of tightness in the treated area for the first 24–48 hours.
• Small pinpoint bruises that can take 3 to 7 days to be reabsorbed, especially in thin skin or if you take medication that affects clotting (aspirin, ibuprofen, ginkgo, high-dose omega-3).
• Tenderness or slight local pain when pressing on the skin for the first few days.
• Small "orange peel"-type wheals right after the microinjections, which disappear within a few hours as the hyaluronic acid spreads through the dermis.

All of these effects are a direct consequence of the needle itself acting on the skin, not of the product. The vast majority of patients can return to their normal life the same day, resuming makeup after 12–24 hours as advised.

There is a second group of reactions that, while not serious, are worth knowing about because they can appear even when the technique has been correct:

• More extensive bruising, especially in patients with very thin skin, a history of capillary fragility or anticoagulant treatment.
• Small palpable nodules at the injection points during the first few days, which subside with gentle massage or on their own once the product has finished spreading.
• Mild itching in the area, generally associated with the microscopic healing process of the puncture points.
• Temporary perceived asymmetry in the first 48–72 hours, before the product is evenly distributed.
• Reactivation of a pre-existing cold sore, if the microinjections are performed near the lip in patients with a history (in these cases, antiviral prophylaxis is prescribed beforehand).
• Increased skin sensitivity during the first week, which is why we recommend products free of fragrance and acids during that period.

All of these reactions are self-limiting and resolve without lasting effects. Your doctor will give you guidelines to minimize them: apply local cold, avoid strenuous exercise, saunas and sun exposure for 48 hours, and do not touch or manipulate the area.

These are the serious complications, described in the surgical literature with low incidence rates, but which every well-informed patient should know about before signing a consent form:

• Hypersensitivity reaction to the product or one of its components. It usually presents as persistent swelling, rash or intense itching. It is exceptional with the certified hyaluronic acids we use.
• Local infection at the injection points. It is prevented with rigorous asepsis and treated with antibiotics should it occur.
• Persistent nodules or late-onset granulomas (weeks or months later). They are very uncommon and are managed with intralesional corticosteroids or hyaluronidase.
• Tyndall effect (bluish discoloration caused by an injection that is too superficial). More associated with volumizing fillers than with skin boosters; reversible with hyaluronidase.
• Late inflammatory flare-ups following intercurrent infections (flu, COVID, vaccines), described in the literature as the body's immune response to residual product. They subside with medical treatment.

You will notice more hydrated, radiant and firmer skin from the first week. Results are gradual: the improvement in skin texture, elasticity and density is fully visible 4 to 8 weeks after completing the initial protocol.

It is a very well tolerated treatment. We apply topical numbing cream before the session to make the experience comfortable. During the microinjections you may feel small pinpricks and a slight sensation of pressure, nothing more.

Yes. The hyaluronic acid used is biocompatible and resorbable, identical to the one your skin produces naturally. It is applied exclusively by specialist doctors, with certified products and full traceability.

The most common are mild and temporary: redness, small papules (which disappear in 12–24 hours), tiny bruises or slight tenderness in the area for 24–48 hours. Serious complications are exceptional when the treatment is performed by a qualified doctor.

It is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or in cases of allergy to hyaluronic acid, active skin infection in the area to be treated, autoimmune diseases in an active phase, severe coagulation disorders, or for minors. For patients on anticoagulants, or with poorly controlled diabetes or recurrent herpes, it is assessed case by case. The prior medical consultation rules out all of these situations.

The usual approach is an initial protocol of 2–3 sessions spaced 2–4 weeks apart, followed by maintenance sessions every 6–12 months. Your doctor will adjust the number according to the NESAI® diagnosis and your goal.

Immediately. Skin Booster requires no time off work. We only recommend avoiding makeup for the first 6 hours, strenuous exercise for 48 hours, and direct sun exposure until the papules have disappeared.

The effects of the initial protocol last between 6 and 12 months, depending on the product used, your age, lifestyle habits (sun, smoking, hydration) and skincare routine. Regular maintenance prolongs and improves the results.

From the age of 25–30 as a preventive and skin-quality treatment. In patients aged 40+ it is one of the key treatments for maintaining dense, firm, radiant skin, especially when combined with other techniques.

You will see an immediate improvement in hydration and radiance in the first week. The final result (density, firmness, skin quality) is fully visible 4 to 8 weeks after the last session of the initial protocol.