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Treatment
Sculptra
A collagen-stimulating injectable that gradually restores lost volume and firmness by prompting the skin to build its own collagen over time.
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Benefits of Sculptra
- Gradual, natural-looking restoration of volume
- Stimulates your own collagen for lasting results
- Improves firmness and softens hollowing
- Treats larger areas of volume loss
- Results that can last up to two years
- A subtle rejuvenation that develops over time
At a glance
Treatment duration30–45 min
Result lastsUp to 2 years
Sessions required2–3 sessions
DowntimeNone
DriveSame day
ShowerSame day
SportWait 24 hours
Sexual activityNo restriction
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How does Sculptra work
Sculptra is injected across the treatment area, where the poly-L-lactic acid gently stimulates the skin's fibroblasts to produce new collagen. This does not add volume immediately; instead, volume and firmness build gradually over weeks and months as your own collagen develops. Because the result is your own tissue, it looks natural and lasts well, with a course of two to three sessions usually recommended.
Sculptra rebuilds structure from within rather than simply filling:
- Collagen stimulation — poly-L-lactic acid prompts fibroblasts to produce new collagen
- Gradual volumisation — the growing collagen restores volume slowly and naturally
- Structural support — rebuilds the deeper foundation of the skin across broad areas
- Long-lasting effect — because it builds your own collagen, results can last up to two years
Patient Journey
What to expect
Consultation
Every treatment begins with a consultation. Your practitioner assesses your areas of volume loss and skin quality, explains the gradual nature of the treatment, reviews your medical history and agrees the number of sessions before proceeding.
Preparation
- Avoid alcohol for 24 hours before treatment
- Pause non-essential blood thinners for a few days where safe
- Arrive with clean skin, free of make-up
- Allow time between sessions as the effect builds gradually
- Have realistic expectations that results develop over weeks, not instantly
Treatment
After cleansing and applying numbing cream, Sculptra is injected across the treatment area using a fine needle or cannula, and the area is often massaged afterwards to distribute the product evenly. You may feel mild pressure. The appointment usually takes thirty to forty-five minutes. You will be advised to massage the area at home over the following days. Aftercare advice is provided before you leave.
Downtime & Recovery
0–24 hours
Aftercare
- Massage the treated area as instructed, often for a few minutes several times a day for several days
- Skip strenuous exercise, saunas and heat for 24 hours
- Avoid alcohol for the first 24 hours
- Avoid make-up for the rest of the day
- Attend your follow-up sessions to build the result gradually
Patient results
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Contraindications
- Pregnant or breastfeeding
- Known allergy to the product
- Active infection or inflammation at the site
- History of keloid scarring
- Certain autoimmune conditions
Risks and side effects
- Swelling, redness and tenderness after treatment
- Bruising
- Small bumps or nodules, which massage helps prevent and which usually settle
- Rarely, infection or an allergic reaction
- Rarely, firmer nodules that may need treatment
Sculptra
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Sculptra (per vial) £400
Sculptra - Course of 3 £1,100
Who performs Sculptra
Frequently asked questions
Usually two to three sessions spaced several weeks apart, as the collagen builds gradually between treatments.
Volume develops gradually over about six to twelve weeks and continues to improve across the course, rather than appearing immediately.
Because it stimulates your own collagen, results can last up to two years, longer than many hyaluronic acid fillers.
Massaging helps distribute the product evenly and reduces the chance of small bumps forming, so following the instructions is important.
Minimal, though some swelling or bruising can occur for a day or two.
