What is hyaluronic acid ?
Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance which can be found in the dermis. It is responsible for and maintains tissue hydration.
The hyaluronic acid used in cosmetic medicine is a 100% degradable product which allows wrinkle correction and filling.
Doctor Rachelle Brédy-Maux uses the hyaluronic acid from Allergan.
When to use it?
Doctor Rachelle Brédy-Maux uses hyaluronic acid for:
- superficial, middle and deep line treatment
- unsightly cutaneous depression filling
- facial volumes and proportions readjustment (thinned lips, dark rings under the eyes)
When do you see the results?
Immediately. Hyaluronic acid holds for 6 to 8 months, depending on skin nature and zone treated.
Contraindications
This treatment is contraindicated for:
- pregnant women,
- breast-feeding women,
- in case of lidocaine allergy,
- patients taking interferons.
However, for more safety, it is advised to visit the pharmaceutical companies’ websites to learn about all indications, contraindications, precautions for use.