Collagen Injections For Wrinkles & Scars

One way in which to reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and scars is with collagen injections.

Collagen injections take a few moments to perform, and inject collagen under the surface of your skin to improve its texture, resilience and to also add shape to the skin on your face.

Are Collagen Injections Safe?

The collagen used in collagen injections is a natural protein which can come from either human tissue or cow tissue. It is a relatively safe procedure and can offer very good results.

One thing you should be aware of however is that there is a possibility of an allergic reaction to the collagen. This is why it is important to get a skin test done first before you proceed with the full treatment.

Ideally two skin tests should be done in a one month period, each two weeks apart.

The chance of an allergic reaction however is relatively low, and only about 2% of people will experience such a reaction. Collagen injections are currently considered safe by the FDA.

What Are The Benefits Of Collagen Injections?

Collagen injections can be used for many things. The most popular uses include filling in wrinkles and scars to make them less noticeable or less visible.

Some people also use collagen injections to plump up their lips to make them look more luscious and youthful looking.

However it is important to note that any benefits you receive from collagen injections are temporary, because the injected collagen eventually dissipates into the body.

How quickly this will occur is different for everyone, although as a rough guide most collagen injections give you results for anywhere between 90 days to 8 months.

This means if you want to maintain the results that you get from collagen injections, you need repeated treatments.

Are Collagen Injections Painful?

Sticking a needle into your face is not the most pleasant experience, although saying that most people get used to it after repeated treatments.

Collagen injections do sting, but the pain only lasts for a very short time. If you are squeamish of needles, then you will probably find it a bit more uncomfortable.

To help you get through the pain it is a good idea to focus on the thought of how good your skin is going to look for the next few months, and to see the pain as the price you must pay for the improvement in the appearance of your skin.

After Collagen Treatment

Generally it takes about 1 week for the collagen to settle into the right place in the skin. This means that your results are likely to improve a week after your treatment.

After your collagen injections don’t schedule any dates or appointments for one or two days, because your face may become red and inflamed after the procedure. For some people this inflammation can last up to a week.

To help speed up the recovery of your skin, you can try using ice for the first 24 hours to calm down your skin.

It is recommended not to use any other products because the small holes in your skin could let bacteria enter the skin and cause an infection.

For this reason it is very important that you keep your face clean for the first 3 days after treatment, and avoid touching your face with your hands.

Once the collagen has finally settled under your skin, the surface of your skin should appear very smooth. However it could feel bumpy to the touch. This is perfectly normally.

How Much Do Collagen Injections Cost?

How much you can expect to pay for collagen injections varies depending on who you go to.

It is possible to get collagen injections done very cheaply, however the level of hygiene with such practitioners is generally quite low which increases the risk of infection.

In addition to this the amount of collagen you require will also determine how much your collagen injections will cost. Generally collagen is measured in cubic centimeters. The more you require the more you will pay.

This is why most doctors will not give you a set cost ahead of time, because it is impossible to accurately determine how much collagen you will require until after the procedure.