Which areas can Skinboosters treat?

Skinboosters can treat the face, neck, hands, décolletage, and areas of acne-scarred or photo-damaged skin. They are particularly effective in areas that feel dry, have lost elasticity, or where fine lines and surface texture concerns have developed.

What is the aftercare?

Avoid touching or applying makeup to the treated area for 6 hours after treatment (sterile or mineral makeup can then be applied). Avoid non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as aspirin or ibuprofen for 24 hours, and avoid sun beds, steam rooms, and saunas for 72 hours.

Restylane Skinboosters treatment areas — face, neck, hands, décolletage. Pelle Aesthetics Hertford

✦ Restylane Skinboosters — deep skin hydration

Skin Booster Injections · Hertford, Hertfordshire

Skinboosters
in Hertford

Restylane Skinboosters are micro-droplets of cross-linked hyaluronic acid injected beneath the skin surface — forming long-lasting moisture reservoirs that restore deep hydration, firmness, elasticity, and a natural glow for up to 12 months.

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The Treatment

What are
Skinboosters?

Restylane Skinboosters are not a filler. They are a fundamentally different kind of injectable — designed not to add volume or reshape features, but to transform skin quality from within.

Micro-droplets of cross-linked hyaluronic acid are injected just beneath the skin's surface, where they form small reservoirs of moisture within the dermis. Because the hyaluronic acid is cross-linked, it lasts months rather than the 48 hours natural HA survives in the body — delivering sustained deep hydration, improved skin elasticity, and a luminous, healthy glow.

The result is skin that looks and feels genuinely different: plumper, smoother, more radiant — as though it is properly hydrated from the inside out, rather than treated on the surface.

At Pelle Aesthetics

Hydration that works
beneath the surface

Skinboosters are particularly effective for patients who find that topical skincare is no longer delivering the glow and hydration it once did — because the issue is not at the surface of the skin, but within the dermis itself.

They are also highly effective for patients managing acne-scarred or photo-damaged skin, where the compromised dermal matrix benefits significantly from long-term HA supplementation. Dr Sabrina will assess your skin and goals during consultation to confirm suitability and design the right treatment programme for you.

Dr Sabrina

GMC-Registered GP · Founder & Lead Clinician, Pelle Aesthetics
Hertford, Hertfordshire

The Science

Why cross-linked HA
makes the difference

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Natural HA lifespan

Hyaluronic acid occurs naturally in the skin and binds water to keep tissues hydrated and flexible. But natural HA degrades and reforms continuously — lasting less than 48 hours. This is why even the most HA-rich topical serum cannot replicate the results of injectable Skinboosters.

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Cross-linked HA lifespan

Restylane Skinboosters use cross-linking technology to stabilise the hyaluronic acid, dramatically extending its longevity. The cross-linked HA forms small reservoirs beneath the skin's surface that supply continuous deep hydration — for up to 12 months from a completed course.

Sessions in initial course

A full initial course of three sessions, spaced 2–4 weeks apart, builds optimal HA density within the dermis. Maintenance sessions every 4–6 months sustain the results — and many patients notice a cumulative improvement in skin quality with each successive course.

Where We Treat

Treatment areas
for Skinboosters

Face

The most common treatment area. Particularly effective for dull, dehydrated, or lax facial skin — and in the cheeks, forehead, and peri-oral area where fine surface lines and a loss of plumpness develop first.

Neck

The neck is often the first area to show signs of ageing and dehydration, but is frequently neglected in treatment plans. Skinboosters significantly improve crepiness and skin quality in this area.

Décolletage

Sun damage, thin skin, and fine lines across the upper chest respond well to Skinbooster treatment — improving texture, radiance, and hydration in an area frequently exposed and rarely treated.

Hands

The hands age visibly as the skin thins and loses elasticity. Skinboosters improve skin quality and hydration on the dorsal hands, complementing the structural volume restoration available with Radiesse.

Acne & Photo-Damaged Skin

Areas of acne scarring or sun-damaged skin with a compromised dermal matrix respond particularly well — with improved texture, hydration, and a more even skin tone as the HA integrates into the dermis.

What to Expect

What Skinboosters
deliver for your skin

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Deep Hydration

Moisture delivered at the dermal level — not just the surface. Skin feels genuinely hydrated throughout the day rather than relying on repeat topical application.

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Natural Glow

Well-hydrated skin reflects light more evenly. Patients notice a luminous, lit-from-within radiance that is distinct from the surface sheen of highlighters or hydrating serums.

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Improved Elasticity

Skin regains its ability to spring back and resist deformation — reducing the appearance of fine surface lines and improving overall skin tone and firmness.

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Smoother Texture

Fine lines, surface roughness, and uneven texture are noticeably improved as the dermal matrix is replenished with HA — producing a smoother, more refined skin surface.

Your Treatment Programme

The Skinboosters
protocol

01 Session 1

Consultation & First Treatment

Dr Sabrina assesses your skin, confirms suitability, and administers the first Skinbooster session. Treatment areas are cleansed and numbing cream applied before injection. The product is massaged to ensure an even distribution.

02 2–4 weeks later

Second Session

The second session builds on the initial HA integration. Patients typically notice visible improvement in hydration and radiance beginning to emerge as the cross-linked HA establishes itself within the dermis.

03 2–4 weeks later

Third Session

The third session completes the initial course and optimises HA density within the dermis. Full results are visible in the weeks following this session — with peak hydration, glow, and texture improvement achieved.

04 Every 4–6 months

Maintenance

Maintenance sessions every 4–6 months sustain and build on results. Many patients notice a cumulative improvement in skin quality with each successive course as the HA supports ongoing dermal health.

Understanding the Difference

Skinboosters vs.
Profhilo vs. Filler

This treatment

Skinboosters

Cross-linked HA injected intradermally
Skin quality — hydration, glow, texture
No volumisation or structural change
Suitable for face, neck, hands, décolletage
3-session initial course
Up to 12 months duration

Related treatment

Profhilo®

NAHYCO hybrid HA — higher concentration
Stimulates collagen & elastin (bio-remodelling)
Improves firmness and tissue quality
Face, neck, décolletage (BAP points)
2-session protocol
Longer-lasting structural improvement

Alternative

Dermal Filler

Cross-linked HA in a thicker gel
Volume, contouring, structural lifting
Reshapes features — lips, cheeks, jawline
Targeted placement per area
Single session per area
6–18 months, reversible with hyaluronidase

Post-Treatment

Aftercare
guidance

First 6 hours

No touching or makeup

Avoid touching or applying makeup to the treated area for the first 6 hours. After this point, sterile concealer or mineral makeup can be applied carefully.

First 24 hours

Avoid NSAIDs

Avoid non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as aspirin or ibuprofen for at least 24 hours to reduce the risk of bruising.

First 72 hours

No heat exposure

Avoid sun beds, steam rooms, and saunas for 72 hours after treatment to allow the injected HA to settle properly within the dermis.

Ongoing

SPF daily

Daily SPF is strongly recommended to protect the skin and preserve your results. Dr Sabrina can recommend Obagi or medical-grade SPF formulations during your consultation.

At a Glance

Treatment summary

Treatment Time

~30 minutes

Return to Work

Immediate

Recovery

48 hours

Sessions

3 initial, then 4–6 monthly

Duration

Up to 12 months

Pricing

Bespoke — confirmed at consultation

Common Questions

Frequently asked questions

What are Skinboosters?

Restylane Skinboosters are micro-droplets of cross-linked hyaluronic acid injected just beneath the skin's surface. Unlike fillers, they do not add volume or reshape features. Instead, they form small reservoirs of moisture within the dermis — delivering sustained deep hydration and improving skin firmness, smoothness, and radiance from within. Results last up to 12 months.

How do Skinboosters differ from dermal fillers?

Dermal fillers are designed to add structural volume and reshape facial contours — lips, cheeks, jawline. Skinboosters work at the level of skin quality rather than structure: they improve hydration, elasticity, texture, and radiance without adding visible volume. A patient who wants their skin to look better chooses Skinboosters; a patient who wants their features to look different chooses fillers. Many patients benefit from both.

How many sessions do I need?

The standard initial programme is three sessions, spaced two to four weeks apart. This builds optimal HA density within the dermis. After completing the initial course, maintenance sessions every four to six months sustain and build on results. Many patients notice a cumulative improvement with each successive course as the HA continues to support the dermal matrix.

Is the treatment painful?

Numbing cream is applied beforehand, and Restylane Skinboosters contain a local anaesthetic within the formulation — significantly reducing discomfort. Most patients experience only mild sensation during the injection itself. The treatment is very well tolerated and typically takes around 30 minutes.

Who is not suitable for Skinboosters?

Skinboosters are not suitable for patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding, are allergic to hyaluronic acid or lidocaine, have an active skin infection at the treatment site, or are taking blood-thinning medication. Dr Sabrina will review your medical history at consultation to confirm suitability before any treatment is performed.

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