HA naturally occurs in the body and is abundant in connective tissues of the skin, joints, and eyes. In the skin HA helps to retain moisture, volume, and softness by binding with water in the skin. Because hyaluronic acid is a natural substance, there is no risk of allergic response to HA fillers. HA degrades with sun exposure and aging.  When the filler breaks down, it is naturally absorbed by the body.

HA fillers temporarily augment soft tissues, hydrate the skin, stimulate collagen and elastin production, and restore facial volume. Lines and wrinkles are smooth, and the skin and cheeks plump for a more youthful, refreshed appearance.

There are five different formulations of Juvéderm® available to treat numerous cosmetic problems. They work by attracting and absorbing water under the skin. HA is a major component of collagen and elastin. As a filler, HA stimulates the formation of new collagen. As the filler breaks down, the enhanced collagen restores volume and structure.

Juvéderm XC smooths moderate to severe facial lines, including lines and wrinkles around the mouth and nose. It has a smooth consistency and helps to add volume and hydration to improve skin elasticity.

Juvéderm Ultra XC is an advanced dermal filler that has a smooth consistency and helps add volume and hydration for skin elasticity. It is selected to treat fine lines and wrinkles around the mouth and for lip augmentation. It will smooth away smile lines and wrinkles, restore contours and volume, and last up to a year.