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[Skin quality and ways to improve skin quality]
1Department Chemie, Abteilung Biochemie und Molekularbiologie, Fachrichtung Kosmetikwissenschaft, Universität Hamburg, Martin-Luther-King-Platz 6, 20146, Hamburg, Deutschland. martina.kerscher@uni-hamburg.de.
Summary
Hyaluronic acid (HA) injections significantly improve skin quality by enhancing hydration, elasticity, and complexion. These minimally invasive treatments offer long-lasting results for skin rejuvenation without noticeable volume changes.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology and Aesthetic Medicine
- Cosmetic Science
Background:
- Skin quality significantly influences perceived attractiveness.
- Evidence-based efficacy is crucial for skin quality improvement procedures.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review expert findings on skin quality and enhancement treatments.
- To present evidence for minimally invasive skin quality improvement procedures.
Main Methods:
- PubMed database search conducted in February 2021.
- Keywords: skin quality, minimally invasive skin quality improvement procedures.
- Selection of 30 papers by two independent reviewers.
Main Results:
- Hyaluronic acid (HA) is the most studied agent for skin rejuvenation.
- Superficially injected HA products demonstrate proven efficacy and safety.
- Improvements include enhanced skin hydration, elasticity, complexion, and reduced wrinkles, with effects lasting up to 12 months.
Conclusions:
- Hyaluronic acid is highly effective for deep, long-lasting skin hydration.
- Superficially injected HA offers safe, natural-looking results, meeting patient needs.
- These treatments are considered the criterion standard for improving skin quality.
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