Wrinkle Reduction
Temporarily smooth the appearance of dynamic lines and wrinkles, by relaxing the muscles that cause them.
Temporarily smooth the appearance of dynamic lines and wrinkles; by relaxing the muscles that cause them.
XEOMIN | DYSPORT | RELFYDESS
How Neuromodulators Work
Facial expressions result from the contraction of muscles beneath the skin. Over time, repeated movements, combined with natural changes in skin quality, cause expression lines and wrinkles to become more visible even at rest.
Botulinum Toxin A works by temporarily blocking the release of acetylcholine, the neurotransmitter responsible for signalling muscle contraction. This allows targeted muscles to relax, softening existing expression lines and helping prevent them from becoming more pronounced.
Common treatment areas include:
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Forehead lines
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Frown lines (glabella '11' lines)
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Crow's feet
When Is the Right
Time to Start?
There is no set age to begin wrinkle reduction injections. It depends on your facial movement, skin quality and individual aesthetic goals.
Preventative Treatment
Many people choose to start in their late 20s or early 30s, when expression lines are becoming more noticeable. Relaxing targeted muscles can help reduce repetitive folding of the skin and slow the development of deeper lines.
Treating Existing Lines
If lines are already visible at rest, treatment may help soften their appearance. Depending on the depth of the lines and your skin quality, combining neuromodulators with other treatments may achieve a more comprehensive result. Treatment is always tailored to your individual needs rather than your age.
Viscoderm
Viscoderm Hydrobooster works by deeply hydrating the skin and gently stretching superficial fine lines and wrinkles, particularly in areas like the forehead, frown, around the eyes (crow's feet), and around the mouth (lip lines). When a line has become etched into the skin and remains visible at rest, the focus can shift toward improving the skin itself. Viscoderm has shown effectiveness in reducing dynamic and static facial wrinkles.
Viscoderm is not a traditional dermal filler. It is not intended to create volume, reshape facial features or restore lost contours. Viscoderm contains 1% cross-linked hyaluronic acid, giving the product greater structure and cohesion than a simple hyaluronic acid booster. The aim is not to fill the face, but to provide localised improvement where the skin has become thinner, drier or more visibly lined.
Combining
Treatments
Viscoderm can work alongside other treatments to target different aspects of skin ageing and achieve more comprehensive results.
Anti-wrinkle injections can complement Viscoderm where established lines are also influenced by repeated muscle movement. By reducing the underlying muscle activity, anti-wrinkle injections help soften dynamic lines, while Viscoderm focuses on improving skin hydration, elasticity and the appearance of static lines.
Microneedling can further enhance results by stimulating collagen production and targeting overall skin texture, fine lines and skin quality.
Combining treatments allows us to address multiple concerns for a more comprehensive approach to skin rejuvenation.
Collagen Mono Threads
PDO mono threads are fine dissolvable threads inserted under the skin, specifically designed to stimulate collagen with gradual, natural results and target static lines and dynamic areas.
These types of threads are smooth threads without barbs that are indicated for skin tightening when surgical lifting is not necessarily desired, or required. PDO mono threads are completely absorbed by the body about 3-6 months after treatment.
PDO mono threads are placed in the dermal layer of the skin and can target static lines and dynamic areas to support the skin's appearance.
How They Work
Collagen stimulation
Thread placement creates a controlled micro-injury within the skin, triggering the body's natural wound-healing response.
New collagen production
Fibroblasts are stimulated to produce collagen and other components that support skin structure.
Gradual skin improvement
As the threads dissolve and collagen develops over the following weeks and months, the skin may become firmer, thicker and more elastic.
Results develop gradually as new collagen forms, with improvements typically becoming more noticeable over 3 to 6 months. Benefits may last up to 12 to 18 months, depending on individual factors.
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Xeomin® (incobotulinum toxin) Prescription Medicine. For the treatment of upper facial lines: glabellar frown lines, crow's feet round the eyes, horizontal forehead lines. Xeomin has risks and benefits. Ask your doctor if Xeomin is right for you (incobotulinum toxin A, purified Botulinum toxin type A 50 Units and 100 Units). For product information check with your doctor or Consumer Medicine Information on www.medsafe.govt.nz. Merz, Sydney. Distributed by Healthcare Logistics, Auckland.
DYSPORT® ASK YOUR HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL IF DYSPORT® IS RIGHT FOR YOU. Dysport® is an unfunded medicine for aesthetic indications. Product and treatment costs apply. Dysport® is a prescription medicine contains 300 or 500 U of botulinum toxin, distributed in NZ by Galderma Australia Pty Ltd, North Sydney, NSW, for the treatment of frown lines and crow's feet around the eyes. Dysport® has risks and benefits. Ask your healthcare professional if Dysport® is right for you and to explain the possible side effects. Tell them if any side effects concern you. ALWAYS FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS YOU ARE GIVEN. For details on precautions and side effects, see the Consumer Medicines Information at www.medsafe.govt.nz. Dysport® is a registered trademark of Ipsen Pty Ltd. Galderma is a registered trademark of Galderma Holding S.A.
RELFYDESS® ASK YOUR HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL IF RELFYDESS® IS RIGHT FOR YOU. Relfydess is an unfunded medicine for aesthetic indications. Product and treatment costs apply. Relfydess is a prescription medicine contains 150 units of relabotulinumtoxinA for the treatment of frown lines and crow's feet around the eyes. Relfydess has risks and benefits. Ask your healthcare professional if Relfydess is right for you and to explain the possible side effects. Tell them if any side effects concern you. ALWAYS FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS YOU ARE GIVEN. For details on precautions and side effects, see the Consumer Medicines Information at www.medsafe.govt.nz. Galderma Australia Pty Ltd. Galderma is a registered trademark of the Galderma Holding S.A. Distributed in New Zealand by Healthcare Logistics.
MINT™ stands for Minimally Invasive Non-surgical Thread. The threads are made from polydioxanone (PDO), a biocompatible polymer which undergoes complete hydrolytic degradation. The barbs, molded along the thread, anchor into the superficial dynamic fat pads under the skin, to reposition tissue for a non-surgical lift. This can aid in reducing the signs of ageing. Distributed by Mondeal Pty Ltd.
VISCODERM® HYDROBOOSTER is a Class III medical device containing 25mg/1mL of cross-linked hyaluronic acid, it is used to restore intradermal hydration and to keep improve the structure and elasticity of the skin. VISCODERM® HYDROBOOSTER must only be administered by a medical practitioner or a qualified nurse injector (who operates under the supervision of a medical practitioner). Treatment costs and normal practitioner's fees will apply. VISCODERM® HYDROBOOSTER has risks and benefits. If you have side effects or concerns, speak to your medical practitioner. Please consult your medical practitioner regarding its suitability for you. For further product information, please refer to your medical practitioner or the Instructions for Use leaflet at Dermocosmética PTY LTD, Australia. Made in Italy. VISCODERM® HYDROBOOSTER is a registered trademark of IBSA. IBSA Farmaceutici S.r.l Via Martiri di Cefalonia 2 26900 Lodi, Italy. Distributed in New Zealand by Dermocosmética (NZBN 9429050049066) Suite A, Floor 8 Harbourview Building, 152 Quay St, Auckland Central, Auckland, New Zealand, through Healthcare Logistics. 58 Richard Pearse Drive, Airport Oaks, Manukau City, Auckland, New Zealand.