Unlike its hyaluronic acid-based relatives, Sculptra's effects become more visible over time, and it gives your body the tools to carry on its work. "Everyone loses collagen as we age, which is what causes sagginess, loose skin, and fine lines and wrinkles," says Manhattan-based board-certfied dermatologist, Bruce Katz, M.D. He explains that rather than "providing the [instant] filling action like other fillers do," Sculptra works by stimulating long-term collagen production, so the body is able to restore lost volume on its own...
Sculptra is also considered semi-permanent because the activated collagen growth continues far beyond the average hyaluronic acid filler lifespan of six to 10 months. "Many of my patients love that they can do a series of Sculptra treatments and have results that last years, versus coming into the office every ten months for other types of fillers," says Dr. Katz.
