Plastic surgery isn’t the only way to stay fresh-faced all the way through your 50s. Injectables – a class of prescription medicines administered by injection – are making waves for being fast (most treatments take less than 20 minutes), highly effective and affordable.
Radiesse
Scientific name: Calcium Hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres in a sodium Carboxymethylcellulose gel
Works by: Establishing a synthetic “scaffold” under the skin. This provides an internal structure for the newly formed collagen, which means firmer, fuller looking skin.
Is most commonly used to: Diminish the appearance of moderate-to-severe wrinkles and folds, such as nasolabial folds, corners of the mouth and the chin.
My preference: Although a little pricier than the hyaluronic acids, Radiesse, in my hands, has clear advantages in certain areas of the face: Augmentation of temporal hollowing and cheeks, jawline reshaping and hand rejuvenation. Because the product is white, it isn’t a great candidate for superficial wrinkles and etchings as the filler. When injected too superficially, it can be seen through the skin. A no-no.
Usually lasts for: Up to 12 months
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