What is a Skinbooster?
A Skinbooster is a hyaluronic acid gel intended to be injected into the skin. Hyaluronic acid is a molecule naturally present in the body that retains water. In the form of an injectable gel, it helps maintain hydration in the treated area.
Skinboosters contain stabilised or lightly cross-linked hyaluronic acid. This means that its structure has been modified to slow its breakdown in the tissues. The hydrating effect can therefore last for several months.
Products differ in their composition, concentration and indications. Dr Romano selects the gel according to the area to be treated and the condition of the skin.
What are the indications for
Skinboosters?
- Treating skin ageing.
- Deeply hydrating skin and stimulating collagen synthesis.
- Softening fine lines.
- Increasing skin density without changing facial volume or features.
- For a true 'radiance boost'.
- Plumping skin and improving elasticity and firmness.
For men and women, Skinboosters offer lasting skin quality improvement across various indications:
- Young skin (under 40): maintaining optimal hydration helps prevent ageing, preserve skin health, improve quality and delay early fine lines.
- Mature skin: revitalises age-weakened skin, improves suppleness and softens a crepey or lax appearance. The complexion brightens and the face remains natural and rested.
- Dehydrated or dull skin: deep hydration restores radiance and improves the texture of tired, devitalised skin lacking luminosity.
- Sun- or smoking-damaged skin: improves quality after external aggressors, particularly photoageing or smoking effects, restoring suppleness, uniformity and vitality.
Which areas can Skinbooster treat?
Where are Skinboosters injected? Different body areas can be treated. Injections can be performed on:
- The face: to restore density and plumpness. The nose and forehead cannot be treated because superficial deposits may form, nor the orbital area, since Skinboosters cause permanent oedema when injected around the eyes.
- Wrinkles.
- The lips: for a gloss effect (hydration without volume) and barcode lines.
- The neck and décolletage: particularly neck and décolletage wrinkles and neck laxity and décolletage laxity.
- The hands: to improve wrinkles and hydration.
- Certain body areas such as knees, arms and thighs.
This treatment is particularly suited to hydrating skin and strengthening structure without surgery. Less invasive than lifting, peeling and laser, it has shown excellent results.
What happens during a session of
Skinbooster?
An initial consultation is scheduled at Dr Valéria Romano's Geneva practice. Listening to you, the doctor defines goals and reviews expectations.
This appointment establishes the appropriate injection protocol.
Treatment is performed on clean, disinfected skin. Dr Romano then injects:
- Either using a needle for multiple injections.
- Or using a microcannula with 1 or 2 entry points per half-face. Unless patients request otherwise, Dr Romano exclusively uses cannulas to reduce bruising and stimulate collagen synthesis.
Two types contain lower or higher hyaluronic acid concentrations. Dr Romano exclusively uses the higher concentration.
What precautions should be taken before a Skinbooster session?
Certain precautions before Skinbooster treatment limit temporary effects, particularly bruising or inflammation.
Avoid aspirin, non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (after advice from the prescribing doctor) and blood-thinning supplements such as omega-3 or vitamin E in the preceding days.
Also avoid intense sun and irritating skin treatments such as peels or laser shortly beforehand.
Inform the doctor of current treatments, medical history, allergies or active skin infection to exclude contraindications and personalise care.
What is the Skinbooster injection protocol?
The protocol depends on skin type.
The initial phase involves 2 to 3 sessions at 3 to 4-week intervals.
Maintenance follows every 6 to 12 months according to skin quality, age and aesthetic goals.
- Young skin: two syringes for the face at the first session. Four are needed for neck and décolletage. Maintenance uses one to two syringes every six months.
- Mature skin: two syringes for the face initially, repeated two months later. Maintenance uses one to two syringes every six months.
What are the contraindications
to Skinboosters?
Skinbooster is very lightly cross-linked hyaluronic acid, with the same contraindications as hyaluronic acid injections.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding, as a precaution.
- Known allergy to lidocaine, the anaesthetic added by the manufacturer.
- Skin infection or inflammation at the injection site.
- Coagulation disorders.
- Anticoagulant medicines: a relative contraindication. Dr Romano does not inject patients taking anticoagulants.
- Hepatitis (granuloma risk with interferon).
- Autoimmune diseases.
- Non-absorbable product or material (implant or plate) at the injection site.
- Active general infection.
What are the results of Skinbooster injections?
This anti-ageing treatment very effectively fills wrinkles and fine lines. Deep hydration visibly reduces ageing signs.
Among available skincare methods, Skinboosters are increasingly popular.
Results are immediate and improve over three weeks. They last six to twelve months.
Skin is plumped without added volume, with visibly improved density.
The face or other treated area looks brighter and younger, with softer fine lines.
A study published in the Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy showed significantly improved hydration and firmness and reduced fine lines in Skinbooster-treated patients.
How long does it take to see Skinbooster results?
Results begin within days and settle three weeks later.
Hydration and radiance improve visibly 3 to 7 days after injections. Skin is brighter and plumper from the first week.
Final results, including density, fine-line reduction and elasticity, appear 2 to 4 weeks afterwards. This allows full integration and collagen activation.
Factors affecting result speed.
- Initial condition: very dehydrated or damaged skin takes longer to show improvement.
- Protocol: several sessions spaced weeks apart may optimise results, particularly for mature or severely damaged skin.
- Aftercare: a good skincare routine can accelerate and prolong benefits.
How much do Skinbooster injections cost in Geneva?
Skinbooster technique: what about price? For a session of Skinbooster: the price is how much? In Geneva, Skinbooster injections cost 400 CHF per syringe. Numbers depend on area size and protocol. Initial treatment generally involves several sessions spaced weeks apart, followed by less frequent maintenance.
In Geneva, trained doctors use certified products. Price reflects hyaluronic acid quality, technical injection skill and rigorous personalised follow-up.
At what age can
Skinbooster injections be performed?
Skinbooster injections can be considered at different ages.
Specific skin needs matter more than age.
There is no minimum starting age, but the approach must always reflect skin condition and individual aesthetic goals. Consultation with an experienced doctor determines the ideal time.
FROM 25-30: PREVENTION AND MAINTENANCE
The aim is to prevent early ageing signs and maintain optimal hydration.
At this age, natural collagen and hyaluronic acid production slows. Skinboosters preserve youthfulness, improve radiance and prevent early fine lines.
FROM 30-40: CORRECTING EARLY SKIN AGEING SIGNS
The aim is to correct early visible ageing such as reduced elasticity and fine lines.
Skinboosters restore lost hydration, improve quality and provide a mild lifting effect.
FROM 40 AND OVER: COMPREHENSIVE REJUVENATION
The aim is to treat deeper wrinkles, volume loss and reduced elasticity.
At this age, skin often needs more stimulation to regain radiance and firmness. Skinboosters can combine with other treatments for comprehensive, natural facial rejuvenation.
A multicentre randomised trial involving 202 participants assessed the effectiveness of hyaluronic acid injections on cheek skin quality. One month after treatment, 57.9% of treated patients showed improved skin smoothness, compared with 4.5% in the untreated group. Improved skin texture and fine lines persisted for up to six months after injections.
A randomised trial involving 25 patients compared the effects of stabilised hyaluronic acid injected into one cheek with those of the other, untreated cheek. Results showed improved skin hydration between the second and twelfth week after injection, alongside improved skin elasticity. These results concern only the product and injection technique assessed in this study.
Source: Roh et al., Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 2016.
A multicentre randomised study involving 100 participants compared the results of one hand treated with hyaluronic acid injections with the other, untreated hand. After three sessions, evaluators observed improved skin quality and appearance on the backs of the hands, accompanied by high satisfaction. These results concern the product and protocol studied for hand rejuvenation.
Frequently asked questions
How long do Skinbooster effects last ?
If the injection protocol is completed, results last between ten and twelve months.
Do Skinboosters suit all skin types?
Skinboosters suit most skin types and can be offered for both young and mature skin. This treatment is particularly indicated for skin dehydration, loss of radiance, changes in skin texture or the first signs of ageing. However, the indication and protocol must be tailored to each patient after a personalised medical assessment.
Is there social downtime after Skinbooster?
Skinbooster treatment does not require a break from daily or professional activities. After-effects are straightforward and temporary.
Does Skinbooster change facial volume ?
Skinbooster aims to improve skin hydration, suppleness and texture. Its purpose is not to increase volume or change facial contours.
Is Skinbooster suitable for dry or dehydrated skin ?
It can improve skin hydration and soften some fine lines caused by dehydration. Dry skin also requires suitable daily skincare to preserve its lipid barrier.
Are Skinbooster injections painful ?
Injections may cause tingling or temporary discomfort. Sensitivity varies according to the area treated, the technique used and each patient.
