Collagen is the essential protein responsible for keeping our skin firm, plump, and youthful. It provides structure, elasticity, and strength, making it a key component of healthy, radiant skin. 

However, as we age, collagen production naturally declines. For women, this can be especially pronounced, with up to 30% of collagen lost in the first five years of menopause. The result? Sagging skin, fine lines, loss of facial volume, and a less resilient, aged appearance

Weight loss, particularly when driven by medications like Mounjaro or Wegovy, can also affect facial volume and the quality of your collagen, leading to a hollow or sunken appearance.

Addressing Volume Loss After Weight Loss Medication

At FACEMED, our aesthetics lead, Monica Berrangé, has seen a growing demand for treatments that restore facial volume affected by medication-related weight loss. Using Sculptra and Radiesse, we’ve successfully helped patients:

• Restore lost facial volume
• Improve facial contours
• Enhance overall skin quality

Patients consistently report high satisfaction rates, with noticeable improvements in facial shape, structure, and a rejuvenated, youthful appearance.

How to build collagen in the skin

Fortunately, there are several ways to stimulate collagen production and restore skin firmness. These include:

• Injectable collagen stimulators like Radiesse and Sculptra, which offer long-lasting, natural-looking rejuvenation.
• Morpheus8 RF microneedling to trigger the skin’s natural healing response.
• Collagen supplements such as Skinade, that may help support skin hydration and elasticity.
• A healthy diet rich in vitamin C, amino acids, and antioxidants.

Both Radiesse and Sculptra work by stimulating the body’s own collagen production, improving skin structure and volume over time.

What Is Radiesse?

Radiesse is a unique dermal filler made from calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres suspended in a gel. Once injected, Radiesse provides an immediate lifting effect, while the CaHA particles act as a scaffold to encourage the skin to produce new collagen. 

Over time, as the gel is absorbed and the microspheres break down, the skin is left with renewed collagen, offering natural volume and improved skin texture.

Radiesse is commonly used for:

• Restoring lost volume in the cheeks and lower face.
• Enhancing jawline definition.
• Treating wrinkles and folds in the hands and décolletage for a youthful appearance.
• Targeting areas that will benefit from a ‘firming effect’.

What Is Sculptra?

Sculptra is an injectable treatment made from poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), a biocompatible substance that gradually stimulates collagen production. 

Unlike traditional fillers that provide immediate volume, Sculptra works over time, encouraging the skin to rebuild its collagen network for long-lasting, natural rejuvenation.

Sculptra is ideal for:

• Improving skin texture, firmness, and elasticity.
• Replacing lost volume in the mid-face, temples, and jawline.
• Providing subtle, gradual results that enhance the skin’s youthful appearance.

What are the benefits of these collagen-building injectables?

Both Radiesse and Sculptra treatments offer numerous benefits, including:

• Natural-looking results that develop gradually for subtle rejuvenation.
• Long-lasting effects, with results lasting up to 18-24 months.
• Collagen stimulation, helps to restore skin quality and elasticity.
• Non-surgical treatment, requiring minimal downtime and recovery.
• Versatility, as they can be used to treat various areas of the face and body.

Sculptra vs Radiesse – Which injectable treatment is right for me?

The choice between Radiesse and Sculptra depends on your specific needs and aesthetic goals:

A consultation at FACEMED will help determine which treatment best suits your skin’s needs.

Restore your skin’s collagen at FACEMED

At FACEMED, we offer expert-led treatments designed to rejuvenate and restore your skin’s youthful appearance. Whether you choose Radiesse or Sculptra, our experienced aesthetic practitioners will tailor your treatment to achieve natural, long-lasting results.

Book your consultation today at our aesthetic clinic in Billericay to discover how these collagen-boosting treatments can transform your skin.