Injectable fillers are products injected into the face to fill in fine lines and facial wrinkles. When it comes to injectable fillers, there are plenty of options, with two of the most popular being Radiesse and Restylane. Which should you choose?
This depends on your situation. Today, injectable fillers are no longer a one-size-fits-all approach to beauty. These are more specialized dermal fillers than those used just a few decades ago. Both Radiesse and Restylane target specific areas of the face and body, and each comes with its own pros and cons. Both of these injectables are made of biocompatible substances. In other words, the materials occur naturally in the human body, and should not cause an allergic reaction. Restylane is made of hyaluronic acid, while Radiesse contains calcium hydroxylapatite.
Restylane is used to fill in deep lines or plump up areas of the face that have lost fat. It is used around the eyes, to plump up thin lips, and to smooth smile lines (known as nasolabial or marionette folds). It requires no surgical incisions, is less expensive than many alternatives, and has results that last six to twelve months. It is known for achieving smooth results with low risk.
In comparison, Radiesse offers longer-lasting results, up to two years, because it stimulates new collagen growth, leaving results behind even after the injected material is absorbed by the body. While the results are longer lasting, Radiesse is also more expensive than Restylane and other dermal fillers. Another advantage of Radiesse is that it works better on deeper folds, making it ideal for those with substantial nasolabial folds, or the lines running from the nose to the corners of the mouth. Radiesse is less suitable for lip augmentation or to fill in fine lines.
