When it comes to facial fillers, Juvederm and Restylane are currently the most durable and long-lasting options on the market. Juvederm and Restylane are families of hyaluronic acid fillers with numerous possible formulations, some of which have been studied to last up to two years. The three fillers that tend to last the longest are Restylane Lyft, Restylane Defyne, Restylane Refyne, Juvederm Voluma, Radiesse and Sculptra. Of these, Sculptra is the longest lasting facial filler as it stimulates collagen production in the body for longer lasting and effective results.
Poly-L-lactic acid is a biodegradable substance that is commonly known as a collagen stimulator and is one of the most popular types of synthetic fillers. It can last up to two years in most patients. Restylane and Juvederm are also popular dermal fillers available on the market. Both are formulated from a substance found naturally in the body called hyaluronic acid (HA).
HA works by binding to water molecules and helping to restore moisture and volume to the skin. Over time, the body breaks down this HA, making touch-ups necessary to maintain results. However, the amount of time it takes to break down HA varies depending on the formula of the dermal filler. Because Juvederm is made of a higher concentration of HA than Restylane, it tends to last longer.
While the strongest Restylane filler, Restylane Lyft, lasts up to a year, Juvederm Voluma can last up to 2 years, making it the longest lasting temporary dermal filler available. Sculptra is an FDA-approved poly-L-lactic acid filler that encourages the growth of skin cells. This means that while Sculptra produces less noticeable and instant results than other cosmetic injectable and facial fillers such as Botox, its overall effectiveness lies in its longevity. The body breaks down each dermal filler at a different rate, meaning that each dermal filler has a different lifespan. During your consultation with your doctor, you will receive the knowledge and professional guidance you need to determine what type of fillers will best complement your facial features. Restylane-L, Juvederm and Belotero are dermal fillers that are normally used for facial wrinkles, asymmetry and volume loss. Restylane is among the most effective product lines in the facial filler market due to its active ingredient hyaluronic acid.
Pharmacy skin care products do not completely reduce facial wrinkles or restore volume loss, so some people use dermal fillers. These three facial fillers can last from one year to two years depending on the patient's lifestyle and the area filled. While it may not be the “superior dermal filler” (which can only be determined on a case-by-case basis), Sculptra far outperforms other dermal fillers in how long its results last.
