Injectable Polynucleotides
Polynucleotides are bio-regenerative skin injections that boosts collagen stimulation and elastin growth.
It is most ideal for dark circles and crinkles under and around the eyes as well as smokers lines around the mouth area and can also help crepiness in the neck area.
What are Polynucleotides?
Taking a scientific approach to ‘what are polynucleotides’, these injectables employ filtered, ultra-purified, and sterilised DNA fractions with the aim of rejuvenating the skin. Predominantly derived from salmon DNA*, polynucleotides are designed to stimulate fibroblasts, promoting tissue repair, enhancing cell turnover, increasing elasticity, and stimulating collagen production.
Additionally, they possess the ability to soothe inflammation and restore the balance of melanocyte activity (skin pigmentation), resulting in a more even and refreshed skin tone without adding volume like traditional dermal fillers.
Also frequently known as PN or PDRN, polynucleotides are categorised as a regenerative treatment with the purpose of revitalising the skin on a deeper level. Each polynucleotide strand consists of a repeating pattern of a sugar molecule and a phosphate group. DNA and RNA represent the two main categories of nucleic acids.
In simpler terms, these injectables essentially provide DNA molecules that encourage the skin to repair itself and promote various skin-boosting benefits, both immediate and long-term. This exciting advancement in regenerative medicine focuses on restoring normal cellular function by repairing the skin on a more intense level.
Polynucleotides can treat any of the following:
- Dull skin
- Course skin
- Wrinkles
- Uneven Pigmentation
- Redness
- Dark Circles
- Acne Scarring
- Stretch marks.
- Surgical Scarring
- Hair loss
- Intimate areas – dryness, itching, dehydration, loss of volume
- Not just for the face; hands, neck chest, arms, knees. Any skin, anywhere on the body
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the treatment involve?
The polynucleotides are distilled into a range of strengths and suspended in water for injection. They are injected into the superficial layer of the skin. The clinician uses either a fine needle or a cannula to administer multiple micro-doses into the target area. A course of 3 or 4 treatments 3 weeks apart is recommended to achieve optimum results.
What results can I expect?
The results are not instant, but improvement can be noted from about 3 weeks and continues to improve over a 12-week period. Patients report a general improvement in the skin should feel smoother and better hydrated, the texture can be improved. Fine lines and wrinkles are improved. Scarring can be improved, with less depth, smaller and better colour. When hair loss is the concern being addressed, new hair growth can be noted, and existing hair will be healthier.
When you use polynucleotides on the intimate areas, you can experience more hydration, less dryness, and a reduction of itchiness. Results will vary between individuals as the outcome is dependant upon the biological response of the individual and lifestyle factors.
How long do results last?
Longevity does vary been individuals. Polynucleotides do not arrest the ageing process, therefore a maintenance treatment is recommended every 6 months. Life-style factors can affect longevity. If you choose not to maintain the results with further treatment, your skin will return to its pre-treatment state over time.
Does it hurt?
Treatment can be uncomfortable.
A topical anaesthetic cream will be applied before treatment to numb the skin.
What is the aftercare?
You may continue with normal activities, but it is likely there will be small bumps just under the skin that will be visible and may take from 3-12 hours to settle. It is possible you will have some redness, pin prick marks, possibly swelling, possible bruising. Swelling is likely to settle within 48 hours. Bruising may be more apparent the next day and can take up to 10-14 days to resolve. It is advised not to have the treatment before an event as side effects can take a few days to go down.
