Sculptra & Collagen at Evolve Skin Spa: All Things to Know
Collagen is the most abundant structural protein in the human body. It is the primary building block for our skin, muscles, tendons and ligaments. Collagen is a tough triple-helix structure of amino acids that provides strength and elasticity to connective tissues.
As we age, our body's natural production of collagen and elastin diminishes each year. These proteins are vital for maintaining skin structure and shape. On average, we lose 1% of collagen per year, meaning by age 40, your skin may have lost 20% of its collagen! A loss of collagen causes the structure beneath the skin's surface to weaken, creating lines, wrinkles, and volume loss.
You're likely wondering: what can I do to recover my collagen? At Evolve Skin Spa and Wellness, Sculptra is your answer! Sculptra is a plant-derived, poly-L-lactic Acid (PLLA) injectable that helps restore natural collagen and elastin. Sculptra helps improve skin quality, diminish wrinkles, and add facial volume. Sculptra is NOT another filler!
Filler uses Hyaluronic Acid to fill in lines, wrinkles and folds. Sculptra works with your body's own systems to activate anti-aging properties by reinforcing your skin's inner structure to smooth and firm. Sculptra stimulates collagen and elastin to add a natural glow and tighten the skin along the jawline.
Sculptra is recommended in a series of 2 to 3 treatments, at least 4 weeks apart. The exact number of sessions will vary by patient and will be discussed with the provider at Evolve Skin Spa and Wellness. Sculptra gradually improves skin quality with long lasting results for up to 2 years. Most patients will see results around 3 months post-treatment with smoother, firmer, tighter skin and more glow!
After each Sculptra session at Evolve Skin Spa and Wellness, you'll want to massage the treated areas in a circular motion for 5 minutes, 5 times per day, for 5 days following each session. It is also recommended to ice the treated area for 24 hours post injection to reduce any possible swelling and bruising. Overall, 91% of Sculptra patients say they would get Sculptra again!
If you're interested in booking a treatment or consultation with a provider at Evolve Skin Spa and Wellness to discuss Sculptra, call us at (760) 576-1558.
