Sculptra®: collagen firming treatment
What is Sculptra?
Sculptra (poly-L-lactic acid or PLLA) is an injectable treatment used to stimulate the skin’s natural collagen production. Unlike conventional fillers (such as hyaluronic acid), Sculptra works by reactivating the body’s own collagen synthesis, delivering natural, long-lasting results.
Poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), a bioresorbable, biocompatible substance, has been used for years in surgery. PLLA stimulates skin fibroblasts to produce collagen, improving skin firmness and thickness over several weeks.
What are the indications for Sculptra?
- Treat signs of skin aging: sagging skin, hollow cheeks,
- Improve skin texture, firmness and luminosity.
- Treat face, neck, back of hands
When will the results be visible?
The effect of the injections can be seen 4-6 weeks after the first session, and continues to improve for up to 6 months after the session.
How long do the results last? How many injections are needed?
The number of sessions required depends on the patient’s age and the initial condition of her skin.
In general, 2 sessions are required, spaced 6-8 weeks apart, followed by a maintenance session every year or 2, depending on the patient’s age, hormonal status, basic body metabolism and lifestyle.
Number of sessions
2 sessions spaced
6 to 8 weeks apart
Maintenance frequency
every 1 to 2 years
depending on age
Visible results
after 4 to 6 weeks
How does the session work?
Sculptra injections do not require anesthesia beforehand. Please contact your doctor if you wish to apply an anaesthetic cream before the session.
The product is injected into the deep dermis using a cannula.
After the session, the patient should massage the injected areas for 5 minutes, 5 times a day for 5 days.
No aggressive treatment (e.g. surgery, laser, peeling) for at least 2 weeks after the Sculptra injection session.
What are the contraindications?
Sculptra is not recommended in the following cases:
- Known allergies to poly-L-lactic acid or any of its components.
- Active skin infections/inflammation in the area to be injected.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding (precautionary principle)
- Tendency to keloid disease
- Collagen disease
- Autoimmune diseases
Known allergies
to poly-L-lactic acid
or any of its components
Active skin infection
or inflammation
in the area to be injected.
Collagen diseases
Tendency to keloid disease
Pregnancy
or breastfeeding
precautionary principle
Autoimmune diseases
What are the possible side effects?
Sculptra® is not recommended in the following cases:
- Temporary reactions: redness, swelling, bruising or tenderness (2 to 7 days).
- Nodules (rare): these are generally resorbable with regular massage.
How much does a Sculptra injection session cost?
The cost of a Sculptra® injection session is 480 euros, including 21% VAT.
Your Sculptra treatment in Waterloo
Each treatment is preceded by a consultation to understand your expectations and propose a personalized approach, adapted to your morphology and skin quality. Treatment takes place at the Candide aesthetic dermatology practice in Waterloo, Walloon Brabant.
In a nutshell:
Sculptra is an innovative treatment that :
- stimulate natural collagen production
- firm the skin
- improve skin quality and texture
- a more youthful, harmonious face
Thanks to its progressive action, it offers natural, long-lasting rejuvenation.