Pillow Faces

1. Too much Hyaluron applied at once

Hyaluron absorbs water, which is why the result of a hyaluron treatment can appear swollen the next day. Caution is required, particularly in sensitive areas such as the tear trough, to avoid overcorrection. Lymphatic swelling can also occur here, which must be taken into account before treatment. Although 1 ml of product sounds small, it lifts the tissue in a targeted manner and has a volumizing effect. Less is often more.

2. Wrong Hyaluronic acid product and/or technique used.

As described in previous blog posts, there are different degrees of strength of hyaluronic acid, divided into cross-linked and non-cross-linked hyaluronic acid. Non-cross-linked hyaluronic acid, such as Skinbooster and Profhilo, moisturizes the skin over a large area and is applied superficially. Cross-linked hyaluronic acid is available in different strengths: softer, gel-like products for lip augmentation and firmer products for the jawline, for example. If a product that is too soft is used for a build-up, it can shift or slip, resulting in a pillow face.

3. Treatments with different doctors that follow each other too quickly

Too frequent hyaluronic acid treatments with different doctors in a short period of time can be problematic. If a new doctor does not know which product was used previously, it can lead to misunderstandings. Without knowing the exact amount and type of hyaluronic acid previously used, there is a risk of overfilling as existing fillers may not have broken down sufficiently. This can lead to unnatural results and complications.

4. Lack of honest information and feedback from the attending physician.

This is one of my main concerns! If a doctor advises against a certain treatment or does not recommend it, this is by no means meant in a negative way. A responsible doctor acts independently and focuses on medical risks and a natural result. If a practitioner with whom you feel comfortable advises you not to have another hyaluronic acid treatment within a short period of time – after 3 months, for example – this is a sign of honest and professional advice. You can see how much can and must be taken into account. So look for trained practitioners who have different products in stock for your needs and can conjure up wonderful and natural-looking results using different techniques. Bye, bye pillow faces!