What skin boosters are and how they work

Hyaluronic acid is a molecule the body produces naturally and that holds water very effectively. In skin boosters it is used in a low-density formulation, delivered as microinjections spread across the treatment area rather than concentrated in one point to create projection.

That fine, distributed placement allows the skin to regain hydration from within. As the water content of the tissue improves, the skin often feels more elastic and smoother, and reflects light better, which explains the sense of luminosity. It adds no volume and does not change the shape of the face: the goal is the quality of the skin, not filling.

Who it is indicated for and who it is not

Skin boosters are usually considered in patients with dehydrated or dull skin, or with loss of elasticity, who want to improve texture without changing volumes. They are also discussed within preventive protocols, for younger patients who want to care for skin quality before marked changes appear.

They are not the answer to everything. If the main concern is volume loss, laxity or tissue descent, the consultation may point toward other options in facial aesthetic medicine or anti-aging. They are also not applied over skin with an active infection or lesion in the area, and in cases of pregnancy, breastfeeding, autoimmune disease or a history of reaction to these products the decision is assessed individually.

What the procedure is like at Dr. Sandro Florez's practice

Consultation

Everything starts with a visit in which Dr. Sandro Florez reviews medical history, medications, habits and the condition of the skin. That is where it is decided whether skin boosters are appropriate, in which areas and how often; if another approach is better, it is explained clearly.

Application

The skin is cleansed and, depending on the case, topical anesthesia is used for greater comfort. The product is delivered with fine needles, as microinjections distributed across the treated area following a map defined by the physician. It is an office procedure, and its length depends on the area to be treated and on each patient's plan.

Afterward there may be mild redness or small papules at the entry points, which usually settle over the following hours.

Results: what to expect and when

Deep hydration does not produce an immediate or dramatic change: it is a progressive improvement in the quality of the skin. In well-selected patients the skin often looks more luminous and smoother, with better elasticity, as the tissue rehydrates, and the result tends to be better appreciated in the following weeks than the next day.

There is no guarantee of results. The response depends on the skin's starting point, age, sun exposure, smoking, sleep and daily care. That is why skin boosters are framed as part of a plan rather than an isolated event: the number of sessions and follow-up visits are defined during the consultation and adjusted as each patient's skin evolves.

Aftercare and recovery

This is an office procedure that generally allows patients to return to their routine the same day. There may be mild redness or swelling during the first 24 to 72 hours, along with small entry points or an occasional bruise depending on the area.

Common recommendations given at the consultation:

  • Keep the skin clean and avoid makeup for the rest of the day of the application.
  • Use sunscreen daily and limit direct sun exposure.
  • Postpone sauna, steam room, swimming pools and high-intensity exercise for the first few days.
  • Avoid massage or strong pressure over the treated areas.
  • Contact the physician if pain increases, if there is local heat or any unexpected sign.

Exact instructions are defined according to the treated area and each patient's characteristics.

Why have it done with a physician in Bogotá

Even though these are microinjections, it remains a medical procedure: it requires knowledge of facial anatomy, the right depth, proper asepsis and the management of possible adverse events. In Bogotá the offer is wide and not all of it is handled by medical professionals, so checking who performs it and under what conditions is part of the decision.

At the practice of Dr. Sandro Florez, at Calle 126 # 7-26, Torre 126 PH-1303, the approach starts with clinical judgment: first understanding what is happening with the skin and what the patient expects, and only then defining the technique. That includes saying when a treatment is not indicated or when another option fits the goal better.

Combining skin boosters with other treatments

Skin boosters work on the quality of the skin, so they are often integrated into plans alongside procedures that address different goals. The sequence and the timing between sessions are defined during the medical assessment.

If you want to better understand the idea of luminosity behind this treatment, you can read glass skin: the luminosity achieved with skin boosters; and if you are between 25 and 35, also prejuvenation: preventive aesthetics.