Navigation: | Home | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16| 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 37 | 38 | 39 | 40 | 41 | 42 |
 

Hyaluronic Acid vs. Collagen - A Growing Debate


The debate continues as to whether Hyaluronic acid or collagen is the best option for facial injections. However, research shows that Hyaluronic acid is rapidly becoming the facial injection of choice.

Hyaluronic acid facial injection, Restylane, is one of only two FDA approved injections for the treatment of facial wrinkles around the nose and mouth. The other two are the collagen injection for correcting soft tissue deficiencies such as wrinkles and acne scars and botulinum toxin (Botox) for treating frown lines between the eyebrows. However, in a pivotal clinical study of Hyaluronic acid, results indicated that Hyaluronic acid is a safer and more effective option than collagen.

The clinical study included 138 patients who received the Restylane Hyaluronic acid injection on one side of the face and bovine collagen injections on the other side. Most patients in the studies required one injection, while one third needed more than one injection. The Hyaluronic acid injection produced a lower incidence of redness than the collagen injections.

Further research indicates that the possibility of allergic reactions in patients who use Hyaluronic acid is much lower than in patients who use collagen. Allergic reactions are possible in 3% to 4% of patients who use collagen and very, very rarely in patients who receive Hyaluronic acid injections. The reason lies in the fact that injectable collagen is derived from animals principally from cow hides and pig skins. Hyaluronic acid injections are not animal derived and thus do not contain animal protein which can cause allergic reactions in humans.

Lastly, Hyaluronic acid injections last much longer than collagen injections. Hyaluronic acid injections can last for as long as 6-12 months while collagen only lasts for about 3-4 months. Thus, between increased safety, effectiveness and results, it appears as if Hyaluronic acid is poised to become the wrinkle filler, lip plumper and fine line killer of choice in today's highly competitive cosmetic surgery market.

Hyaluronic Acid Resource is dedicated to promoting an understanding of Hyaluronic acid, a major ingredient in many medical and anti-aging therapies and to highlighting places where you can safely purchase Hyaluronic acid products. For more information go toE-Hyaluronicacid.com


MORE RESOURCES:

12/27/2024
Hair straightening - a guide to flat irons
Flatten those waves for the look you want

more info


12/27/2024
Hair curling - a guide
Your hair curling options from bobby pins to hair rollers

more info


12/27/2024
Makeup for mature women
Products and principles to make older skin look great

more info


12/27/2024
Facial taping for wrinkles
A new beauty trend to fight the signs of age

more info


12/27/2024
Acne products - how do they work?
A quick survey of acne treatments

more info


12/27/2024
Extend your summer look through winter
Look hot and sexy when it's cold and dark

more info


12/27/2024
Improve your confidence with a smile makeover
Options for a stunning smile

more info


12/27/2024
Weight loss products - do any really work?
Weight loss products - do any really work?

more info


12/27/2024
Vitamin supplements - your secret beauty product
How extra vitamins can make for beautiful skin and hair

more info


12/27/2024
How to cleanse skin properly
Look after your skin and it will look after you

more info


12/27/2024
Newest trends in facelifts
Facelifts are getting cheaper and quicker

more info


12/27/2024
Cleaning hair without shampoo
What to do when shampoo does more harm than good

more info


12/27/2024
Would you consider post-break-up Botox?
Women are turning to cosmetic surgery to deal with emotional pain

more info


12/27/2024
Improving your teeth and your smile
Options for better teeth

more info


12/27/2024
What to do about hair loss
Hair today, gone tomorrow?

more info


12/27/2024
Picking flowers for your wedding
Get flower choice right for your big day

more info


12/27/2024
Beautiful clothes no matter your size
Fashion designers for the plus size woman

more info


12/27/2024
Review: Maybelline Pulse Perfection Vibrating Mascara
A new mascara with a vibrating applicator!

more info


12/27/2024
Skin care - a new complexion analysis system
How new complexion analysis technology can prevent skin ageing

more info


12/27/2024
Tricks of the trade - Hollywood's beauty products
Beauty products that will give you film star glamour

more info


12/27/2024
Buying wedding pearl jewelry
How to buy perfect pearls for your walk down the wedding aisle

more info


12/27/2024
Review: Noxzema Original Deep Cleansing Cream
A cleansing cream and make-up remover in one

more info


12/27/2024
Review: Olay Definity Color Recapture
A moisturizer with built-in SPF protection

more info


12/27/2024
Review: L’Oreal Bare Naturale Mineral Mascara
A review of a mascara for women who want the natural look

more info


12/27/2024
Beauty trends we could do without
Beauty and fashion horrors of past and present

more info


12/27/2024
Cholesterol and diet
The different types of cholesterol, and how to reduce the bad kinds in your diet

more info


12/27/2024
Slimming pills - the alternatives
A guide to weight loss options in a capsule

more info


12/27/2024
Acne treatments - top nine remedies
The best ways to beat acne and achieve healthy looking skin

more info


12/27/2024
Giving birth with aromatherapy
Which essential oils can help with birth and how to use them

more info


12/27/2024
Review: Maybelline Super Stay 24 Color lipstick
A long-wearing lipstick that doesn’t dry out or crack

more info



home | site map |