A review of hydrolifting: A new modality for skin rejuvenation. (2nd January 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Youn, Choon Shik; Hong, Ji Yeon; Park, Kui Young; Kim, Beom Joon; Nam Kim, Myeung
• Is Part Of: Journal of cosmetic and laser therapy. Volume 20:Number 1(2018)
• Page Start: 28
• Page End: 33
• Publication Date: 2018-01-02
• Subjects: Filler -- hydrolifting -- mechanism -- technique; Skin -- Laser surgery -- Periodicals; Surgery, Plastic -- Periodicals; 617.477
• DOI: 10.1080/14764172.2017.1358459
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1476-4172

Abstract

ABSTRACT: Background : Hydrolifting is a newly developed modality of skin rejuvenation, which enhances overall facial volume augmentation and recovers skin thickness through multi-pass HA injection. Although it is commonly performed, only a few articles have reported on the rejuvenating effects of hydrolifting. Moreover, clear protocols and possible mechanisms of the procedure have not been elucidated.Objective : To define a novel technique for injecting HA and to clarify how to choose an appropriate HA filler based on the procedural purpose.Methods : This article is based on a review of the medical literature and the authors' clinical experience in investigating and treating skin wrinkles with the hydrolifting method.Results : In hydrolifting, HA filler serves as a hydration source, dermal volumizer, and stimulator of dermal collagen and antioxidants. Hydrolifting is frequently indicated in minor wrinkles, minor volume depletion and rough skin texture.Conclusion : The hydrolifting method is a newly introduced antiaging treatment modality. It effectively covers the blind spots of conventional HA injection, such as infraorbital, perioral and hand dorsal wrinkles. However, further investigations are needed to reach a consensus on the basic concepts of treatment, choice of appropriate fillers and optimal technique in hydrolifting.