The term “light touch” refers to an injection technique that favors a gentle approach, consisting of using small amounts of hyaluronic acid to achieve very subtle and natural results. Unlike more invasive techniques or corrective injections aimed at restoring the face, the light touch is based on a strategy of prevention and gradual improvement.
The fundamental principle of this approach is not to alter the natural appearance of the face, but rather to densify the skin and prevent the first signs of aging. By treating key areas of the face such as the cheekbones, lips, eye contour, or the jawline, it is possible to achieve a fresher look , without the intervention being noticeable to those around you.
Young patients, often aged 20 to 30, favor this method not only to prevent wrinkles, but also to correct slight facial imbalances or give their face a boost of radiance without a major transformation.
This approach is increasingly appealing to young patients who care about their appearance, but want a very subtle effect.
“Light Touch” treatments in aesthetic-oriented medicine have become a major trend, especially among young patients who want to prevent the signs of aging without radically changing their appearance. These procedures involve injecting small amounts of hyaluronic acid into several areas of the face, thus providing
subtle, natural, and harmonious results. This gentle and minimalist approach improves the overall appearance of the face while preserving an authentic expression and avoiding excessive correction.
The Light Touch procedure offers several advantages for patients who want to take care of their skin while maintaining a natural appearance.
• Prevention of signs of aging : one of the main benefits of light touch treatments is that they help prevent signs of aging before they become pronounced. By filling wrinkles as soon as they appear and providing deep hydration to the skin, hyaluronic acid helps maintain the elasticity and firmness of the face. This technique is preventive and helps avoid more invasive treatments.
• Subtle and natural results : light touch is particularly appreciated for the subtle results it provides. The injections are light and evenly distributed across several areas, which ensures a natural look, without altering facial features.
• Correction of asymmetries : in addition to preventing signs of aging, light touch is performed to correct small facial asymmetries or to enhance certain specific areas.
• Improvement of skin quality : hyaluronic acid is an excellent natural moisturizer, making it a major asset for improving skin hydration and quality. Injections using the light touch technique deeply hydrate the skin, improve its elasticity, and provide an immediate boost of radiance. Patients often notice softer, smoother, and more luminous skin after treatment.
• Reduction of wrinkles and fine lines : although young patients often use this technique for preventive purposes, the light touch technique is also effective in reducing the first wrinkles and fine lines.
• Fast recovery without social downtime : this procedure does not require recovery time. After a session, patients can immediately resume their usual activities. Results are visible as soon as the session ends.
Injections using the Light Touch procedure can be performed on several areas of the face, depending on the patient’s needs. The most commonly treated areas are :
Cheekbones
Over time, the cheekbones can lose volume and appear flatter. Flat cheekbones can also be constitutional. Light touch injections help restore a bit of projection to the cheekbones while maintaining a natural effect. This also creates traction in the midface with a lifting effect.
Lips
Subtle hyaluronic acid injections into the lips are very popular, especially among young patients who want to slightly increase the volume of their lips without making them too voluminous. This technique also helps restore the definition of the lip contour or correct mild asymmetries.
Dark circles
Hollow dark circles can make the face look tired, even in young people. It is possible to fill them and restore freshness to the eyes, without changing facial features.
Forehead wrinkles and glabellar lines
For patients who are starting to develop forehead lines or fine lines between the eyebrows (frown lines), hyaluronic acid injections can smooth these areas while preserving some facial mobility. This technique is ideal for young patients who want to prevent expression lines without blocking their muscles through botulinum toxin injections.
The growing popularity of the Light Touch procedure among young patients is linked to several factors.
• Preventing aging rather than correcting it : unlike previous generations, who tended to start aesthetic treatments at a more advanced stage, young adults today adopt a more proactive approach. They seek to prevent the appearance of signs of aging rather than correct them once they have settled in. Injections therefore make it possible to treat the first signs of time and delay the appearance of more marked wrinkles.
• A discreet change, without major transformation : one of the main reasons young patients are drawn to Light Touch is the possibility of achieving a subtle and progressive change without a radical transformation. They prefer to keep a natural-looking face, while benefiting from advances in aesthetic-oriented medicine.
• Personalized treatments adapted to each patient : younger generations also appreciate the fact that injections as part of the Light Touch procedure can be personalized according to each patient’s specific needs. This means that the areas to be treated and the amounts of hyaluronic acid injected can be adjusted to meet each patient’s expectations and desires, according to their morphology and aesthetic goals.
A Light Touch treatment session is relatively quick, generally between 15 and 30 minutes, and takes place in a medical office.
Initial consultation : before the injection, a consultation is carried out to determine the areas to be treated and to ensure that the patient’s expectations are achievable.
Skin cleansing : the skin is carefully disinfected to prevent any infection.
Hyaluronic acid injection : small amounts of hyaluronic acid are injected into the predefined areas using a fine needle or a cannula.
Subtle redness or moderate swelling may occur temporarily, but these signs subside spontaneously in a short time.
At Dr. Romano’s clinic in Geneva, a syringe of hyaluronic acid is priced at 600 CHF. Tear trough treatment with hyaluronic acid is offered at 750 CHF per syringe, while lip injections are charged at 650 CHF per syringe.
Botulinum toxin injections vary according to the number of areas treated and the patient’s sex, due to differences in muscle strength. For women, one area is billed at 300 CHF, two areas at 450 CHF, and three areas at 600 CHF. For men, the rates are 350 CHF for one area, 500 CHF for two areas, and 650 CHF for three areas.
Low-dose hyaluronic acid injections provide natural, progressive results with no social downtime. They help preserve volume, deeply hydrate, and improve skin elasticity without changing facial features. Unlike more invasive techniques, they carry fewer risks, allow for quick recovery, and can be adjusted over the course of sessions.
Yes, low-dose injections are particularly effective in preventing the first signs of aging, such as fine lines, loss of radiance, or dehydration. They stimulate natural collagen production, improve skin elasticity, and help maintain facial firmness, while keeping a natural appearance.
It is recommended to start low-dose hyaluronic acid injections as soon as the first signs of aging appear, generally between 25 and 30 years old. At this age, treatments aim to deeply hydrate, maintain firmness, and prevent fine lines. This preventive approach helps slow down the aging process and keep a radiant complexion for longer.
The results of hyaluronic acid injections generally last between 6 and 12 months, depending on the patient’s metabolism, the treated area, and the type of product used. Regular maintenance sessions are recommended to maintain results and preserve skin quality.
