Product Comparison

Sculptra®

Toxins

Traditional Fillers

Collagen Replacers

How they work

Stimulate the build up of the bodys natural collagen to smooth out lines and wrinkles

Block/weaken signals from the nerves to the muscles to reduce dynamic lines

Liquid/gel replaces the natural moisturising cushion in the skin

Replenish the body's collagen to give a plumper, smoother appearance

Areas which can be treated

Deep folds between nose and mouth, folds around corners of mouth, sunken cheeks/chin, wrinkling on cheeks/chin, deep scars

Lines and grooves, typically in the upper face

Lines, wrinkles, and creases in the middle to lower face

Lines, wrinkles, and folds in the lower face, such as nasolabial folds

Results

Restored lost facial volume to give a younger looking face

Relaxation of lines

Diminished lines, wrinkles, and creases

Diminished lines, wrinkles and folds

Down Time

Minimal to none

Minimal to none

Minimal to none

Minimal to none

Side Effects

Bleeding, tenderness, redness, bruising at injection site for 2-6 days

Redness, swelling, and bruising at injection site

Redness, swelling and bruising at injection site, bumps or nodules

Redness, swelling, and bruising at injection site, bumps or nodules

Duration of Results

Can last for up to 2 years

Lasts for 3 to 4 months

< 1 year

<1 year

Speed of Results

Gradual effects noticeable after approx 6 weeks

Takes effect in 3-4 days

Immediate

Gradual. Depends on product, some give results straight away but last for less time