How it works

Naturally undergo a series of changes that can result in the loss of structure and volume. This is due to a combination of several factors, including a decrease in the production of collagen, which plays a crucial role in maintaining the firmness of our skin. Additionally, there is a thinning and downward shift of the fat pads that provide contours to our face, changes in the underlying facial bone structure, and a reduction in the levels of hyaluronic acid, which is essential for skin hydration and volume retention.

This cosmetic skin treatment can help improve the overall appearance of your complexion. It can add volume to various facial areas, which can diminish the look of fine lines and wrinkles, creating a more youthful, natural-looking effect.

Individual results may vary. It’s important to have a consultation before your first treatment, so we can learn about any health conditions or medical history. This will allow us to assess your specific needs and provide appropriate guidance for your treatment.

Benefit

• Filling lines, facial lines and creases giving you a youthful complexion
• Lip rejuvenation for plumping up thin lips
• Disguising scars and eliminating acne scars
• Adding plumpness and volume to cheeks
• Contouring your jaw line and other facial areas
• Eliminating crow’s feet, under-eyes, lip and frown lines, ageing wrinkles, chin crease, and mouth frowns

Where Can This Treatment Be Used?

The most common areas that are prone to volume loss as we age are the cheeks, jawline, temples, lips, nasolabial folds and lower eyelids. These treatments are not only used for volume loss they can also be used to enhance, balance or hydrate existing features.

After your initial consultation with one of our highly experienced aesthetic nurses, we will discuss the appropriate premium products and using method  to achieve optimal results.

• Lip Definition /Enhancement: Plump your pout, correct unevenness , reduce and smooth unsightly lines above the lips and rejuvenate and hydrate maturing.
• Cheeks: To give high definition cheek bones and structure to the cheeks to assist in softening nasolabial fold and lifting jowls.
• Chin: Define and contour your chin to improve the balance of facial features.
• Jawline/Jaw Lift: Give your face and jaw definition and shape and to lift
• Marionette Lines (droopy mouth corners): Fill the lines caused by natural ageing and subtly lift the corners of the mouth.
• Tear Trough (under eye hollowing): Improve the look of tired or hollow under eye area.
• Nasolabial Folds (nose to mouth lines) to subtly reduce the unwanted appearance of this area.
• Liquid face lift: Using a range of products, and a variety of techniques to lift and rejuvenate the whole of face.

This treatments are classed as a non-surgical procedure, however, as you can imagine as with any injection, there may be some slight discomfort, which will differ from person to person.

Discomfort will also vary with the type of products used and the area being treated. For particularly sensitive areas, local anaesthetic cream or ice will be applied to the skin prior to treatment. This treatment also contains local anaesthetic, which assists with any discomfort.

After your initial consultation and treatment plan, the procedure may take 20-45 minutes.

What are the side effects?

Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks and the possibility of side effects; these can include injection site redness, pain, firmness, swelling, lumps or bumps, bruising, itching or discolouration. All side effects and risks will be discussed in detail with the Nurse during your consultation.

What is the down time and after care following this treatment  ?

Generally, you will be able to resume normal activities immediately after treatment; however, it is recommended that you do not have treatment  prior to important engagements in the event that you encounter any side effects. There are some specific restrictions immediately following treatment and aftercare is extremely important in preventing unwanted side effects of this treatment and to ensure optimal results.

It is recommended that clients avoid:

• Exercise for at least 24-48 hours after treatment
• Avoid exposure to the sun
• Facials or saunas for at least 5 days after treatment
• Facial massages, microdermabrasion, chemical peels, laser treatments should be avoided for a 2- week period.

Detailed after care will be provided following your treatment.

When will I see the results?

After you have had your treatment the effect will be seen immediately following treatment, however the full results will be most visible after 2-4 weeks. At Equinox we have a selection of high-quality products that we recommend to our patients that will assist in extending the longevity of your procedure.

If you are unsure of the best option we offer a complementary initial cosmetic consultation, please contact us to make a booking.

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) have released some fresh new guidelines for our beloved Cosmetic Injectable industry.

While we remain committed to providing our full range of services and introducing new medical treatments, as a Cosmetic Clinic, we are no longer permitted to advertise services involving schedule 4 medications on our social media platforms and website, however we still provide all the same treatments and will continue to advance as a Cosmetic Clinic.

Specifically, we are now unable to:

• Display certain photos or videos of medical treatments which may include before and afters
• Educate you on certain medical treatments the way we used too
• Share testimonials (or a post that you tag us in)
• Use any words that suggest the use of schedule 4 medications

We will continue to provide a variety of cosmetic medical treatments to address inevitable ageing and other areas of concerns you may have. We will also continue to provide complimentary consultations with our Registered Nurses and Prescribing Doctors, where we can answer all your questions and provide you with more information.

All our medical professionals are AHPRA registered, adhering to the same standards as surgeons and other specialists.