What are collagen boosters?
Collagen boosters, also called biostimulators, are injectables that help your skin make its own collagen again. Instead of only filling, they rebuild firmness from within, so the result appears gradually and looks natural.
Sculptra®
Sculptra is made of poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), a biocompatible and biodegradable material. It is injected into the deep layer of the skin, where it stimulates new collagen. Most people need 1 to 4 sessions (typically 3), about 3 to 4 weeks apart. Results appear slowly over several weeks, and in studies they lasted up to 25 months after the last session.
HArmonyCa™
HArmonyCa by Allergan is a hybrid injectable that combines hyaluronic acid with calcium hydroxyapatite (CaHA) microspheres. The hyaluronic acid gives an immediate lift, while the CaHA supports your own collagen production for a longer-lasting effect. Collagen formation with CaHA can last up to 12 months.
Prices
- Sculptra® · $13,000 MXN
- HArmonyCa™ · $18,000 MXN
- Juvelook® · $11,000 MXN
- PRX Plus (topical biostimulator) · $2,000 MXN per ml
- Lanluma™ X (buttocks) · $25,000 MXN
Your plan, number of sessions and total price are defined at your medical evaluation.
After your treatment
- Some swelling, redness, tenderness or bruising is common and usually resolves within a few hours to a few days
- After Sculptra, massage the area 5 minutes, 5 times a day, for 5 days
- Apply a cold compress (never ice directly on the skin) during the first 24 hours
- Avoid strenuous exercise, intense sun and extreme temperatures for 24 hours
Who should not have it
Biostimulators are not recommended if you have severe allergies, an allergy to any of the ingredients, a tendency to keloids or hypertrophic scars, or active skin infections in the area. They are not used during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Treatment options
- HArmonyCA · HarmonyCA is a collagen-boosting injectable that combines hyaluronic acid with calcium hydroxyapatite to stimulate collagen production. It restores volume to areas that have lost elasticity and smooths fine lines, resulting in enhanced facial structure and overall skin quality.
- Sculptra · A biostimulatory injectable that encourages the skin to produce its own collagen over time. Sculptra addresses skin quality by gradually restoring volume and smoothing out deep wrinkles and folds, offering a long-term solution for facial rejuvenation.
- Radiesse · A dermal filler that not only provides immediate volume but also stimulates long-term collagen production. It enhances skin quality by improving skin texture and elasticity while providing lasting results, smoothing out wrinkles, and restoring facial volume.
- Gouri · A collagen-stimulating treatment made from poly-L-lactic acid. It improves skin quality by encouraging collagen production, enhancing skin structure, and providing lifting and firming effects. This treatment targets sagging and rough texture for a smoother, more youthful skin appearance.
Frequently asked questions
How much do collagen boosters cost?
Juvelook® is $11,000 MXN, Sculptra® is $13,000 MXN and HArmonyCa™ is $18,000 MXN. For the buttocks, Lanluma™ X is $25,000 MXN. Your doctor confirms how many sessions you need at your evaluation.
How many sessions will I need?
For Sculptra, most people need 1 to 4 sessions (typically 3), about 3 to 4 weeks apart.
When will I see results?
Results build gradually over several weeks as your skin makes new collagen. HArmonyCa also gives an immediate lift thanks to its hyaluronic acid.
How long do results last?
In studies, Sculptra results lasted up to 25 months after the last session. With HArmonyCa, collagen formation can last up to 12 months.
How are they different from fillers?
Hyaluronic acid fillers add volume right away. Collagen boosters work gradually, helping your skin rebuild its own firmness, so the change is subtle and natural.
