Biostimulators

Our Formula

As a clinic, Le Formulaire is dedicated to finding the most efficacious regenerative techniques for our patients. The emergence of biostimulators in the field of aesthetic medicine has created an amazing opportunity to add powerful stimulators to enhance skin rejuvenation while also adding subtle volume to refresh the face simply by harnessing the skin’s own biological processes. The three main biostimulators available with the longest safety records are Sculptra, Radiesse and Harmonyca. All of these will stimulate collagen and elastin thereby strengthening and enhancing elasticity for anyone starting to loose firmness. Additionally, they will each stimulate volume replenishment to varying degrees, for areas where volume is lost over time. We believe they each have a unique quality and a different personality and therefore we recommend a through consultation and facial assessment beforehand so that one of our experts can guide you to the right treatment for you.

Sculptra is a biocompatible, biodegradable material that is made of very small particles of a polymer named “poly-L-lactic acid” (PLLA). This is injected into the skin to stimulate a reaction in order to correct facial lines, wrinkles and folds, for enhancing volume and for skin rejuvenation. This treatment creates a slow but progressive enhancement of volume and skin quality. A review appointment at 6-8 weeks helps to determine whether further treatment will enhance the results.

Radiesse is based on the biocompatible, biodegradable material that is made of calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres. This is a biocompatible material that the body can naturally absorb. Unlike hyaluronic acid fillers, Radiesse stimulates the body to produce its own collagen, leading to a natural and potentially long-lasting result. This is injected into the skin to correct facial lines, wrinkles and folds, for enhancing volume and for skin rejuvenation with a temporary and immediate volumising effect. Slowly this is broken down and replaced by your body’s own collagen and elastin.

HarmonyCa is a hybrid injectable intended for facial soft tissue augmentation as it contains both hyaluronic acid (HA) and calcium hydroxyapatite (CaHa). Hyaluronic acid is well-known for its hydrating and volumising properties, making it a cornerstone ingredient of dermal fillers. The addition of calcium hydroxyapatite in HArmonyCa takes it a step further. As a biostimulator, CaHA encourages the body to produce its own collagen, leading to long-lasting results that extend beyond the immediate effects of the filler.

What to expect at your appointment.

We will cleanse the skin to prepare it for injection.

A very fine injection is made in the areas we wish to treat meaning there is little to no discomfort. We may also use a blunt tipped needle known as a cannula to spread the treatment to the target tissues. There is usually very little downtime associated with this treatment as redness and raised injection sites settle very fast. 

The treatment takes up to 2 weeks to settle allowing time for bruising or swelling. We like to check-in after treatment to ensure a perfect result has been achieved and if it is your first time, we book in a review so that we can assess the result together. A less is more approach is always favourable and sometimes a follow up additional treatment may be needed to reach the final intended result.

Preparation and maintenance

Carefully read pre-care instructions for your preferred treatmnet: HarmonyCa, Sculptra, or Radiesse.

Arrive make-up free.

Downtime: Sculptra requires diligent after treatment massage as instructed. No makeup should be worn for 24 hours. Some swelling or a potential bruise may be present for a few days.

Recommended to attend complimentary review appointment following treatment.

What treatments can be carried out at the same appointment?

🗸 LED

🗸 Wrinkle Relaxers

🗸 Dermal Filler

🗸 Polynucleotides

🗸 Profhilo

For all other treatments, we need to prepare your skin in advance.

What clients say about our skin health services.

  • "The environment and atmosphere was beautiful, calm and relaxed. It’s a very inviting space. Dr Ruaa the best there is!! Dr Ruaa is informative,kind and knowledgeable. Fantastic overall."

    A.G.

  • "Dr. Ashlinn was so lovely and spent time chatting through everything I had questions about. I had a great experience!"

    E.C.

  • "Fabulous as always! I was in wjth the amazing Caroline for IPL and right from the start Caroline put me at ease, talked through the entire process & answered any questions or concerns I had. Caroline then checked in throughout the treatment. So glad to finally be getting this done & with no better team than Le Formulaire!"

    E.F.

  • "Dr Emma is so personable, professional and extremely talented at what she does. I trust her implicitly and would (and have!) recommended her without hesitation."

    J.M.

  • "The Le Formulaire Team are so welcoming and friendly. I enjoyed my treatment with Nurse Caroline who was gentle and kind. I am looking forward to returning for my further treatments."

    C.B.

  • "A fantastic experience all round - from the welcome, to the interiors, to the brilliant Dr Ruaa. Looking forward to my next visit already!"

    L.L.

  • "I always enjoy visiting Le Formulaire; Dr Emma and her team are amazing. They make you feel at ease while being totally professional at the same time. I totally trust Dr Emma and I am always happy with the results!"

    C.H.

  • "Flawless treatment, as always, from Dr. Emma. Taking the time to listen to my concerns and tailoring every treatment to my specific needs. I trust she will always deliver the most natural looking results."

    N.D.

  • "I had my first Morpheus 8 treatment with Nurse Caroline yesterday and have received nothing but compliments today on my complexion. Upon walking into Le Formulaire, you’re met by the friendliest staff in the most relaxing atmosphere. Caroline explained the procedure again and walked through everything step by step. During the procedure, Caroline was checking in and very reassuring. From start to finish, everything was to the highest standard. I could not recommend Caroline and Le Formulaire enough."

    E.D.

  • “I have been with Dr Emma a long time now. She is the essence of the natural look that yields rewards . Anyone who wants to embark on enhancements should contact Emma. She’s amazing in particular for newcomers!”

    J.B.

  • “The most enjoyable, relaxing & confidence building consultation ever! Cannot say enough about Dr. Emma - she is just so lovely. Looking forward to my journey with Le Formulaire!"

    S.H.

  • “Everyone needs to see Dr. Emma! She is a true professional & a pleasure to visit. Whether it be cosmetic or medical, she always makes me feel so well looked after. Looking forward to my next visit already!”

    K.P.

  • "Dr. Emma is just fabulous! She is so knowledgeable and gifted at what she does - you always feel in such safe hands!"

    C.F.