What Are Polynucleotides? And How Can They Help Your Skin?
The secret to achieving naturally radiant, youthful skin might lie in a revolutionary new ingredient: Polynucleotides.
Polynucleotides are creating a buzz in the world of aesthetics, offering a natural way to boost collagen, hydration and texture.
Intrigued? Read on to discover how this science-backed ingredient can unlock your skin’s full potential!
What Are Polynucleotides?
Polynucleotides are chains of nucleotides that stimulate healthy cell turnover. Nucleotides form the basic structure unit of nucleic acids, such as DNA.
Injecting Polynucleotides creates the best environment for fibroblast growth, which helps with tissue repair and regeneration. When used as an injectable aesthetic treatment, they work as food for your cells, and by increasing the amount in your body, they will help existing cells be more effective.
Polynucleotides induce cellular repair, rejuvenation, and moisturisation. They also promote collagen and elastin production, which provide your skin with volume and shape.
Collagen and elastin are the most plentiful proteins in the body. As you age, the natural production of both slows down significantly, causing signs of ageing such as wrinkles and sagging skin. By increasing production, you can expect a fuller, more youthful appearance and increased hydration of your skin.
Polynucleotides can also counteract skin damage caused by common stressors, such as UV damage, and they are anti-inflammatory too. This is great news for anyone who suffers from skin conditions such as rosacea and acne, as this treatment can help reduce symptoms significantly.
Polynucleotides for aesthetic treatments are derived from marine sources. This choice is clever because the marine DNA shares a close resemblance to ours, making it highly biocompatible and readily accepted by the body.
What Can Polynucleotides Treat?
Because Polynucleotides are so rejuvenating, this treatment can be used to effectively reduce the signs of ageing, provide an anti-ageing skin boost, and treat skin conditions such as acne.
It is particularly good for around your eyes, combating lines, wrinkles and loose skin.
They can successfully treat the following areas:
- Eyes – especially dark shadows under the eye
- Tear troughs
- Forehead
- Hands
- Decolletage
- Neck
- Stretch marks
- Acne scars
What Does The Treatment Involve?
The treatment is quick and will not require any downtime. You will have an initial consultation before your treatment so that you can discuss your aims and desired results. Then on the day of the appointment, you will be invited into the relaxing setting of our award award-winning clinic in Kent.
The idea of injections, especially around the eyes, might sound uncomfortable. However, there’s really nothing to worry about. Your doctor can apply topical anaesthetics to numb the treatment area if desired, minimising any pain.
At Elite Aesthetic, we use a cannula when injecting your Polynucleotides. This technique is more effective and reduces discomfort throughout the procedure.
As well as reducing sensation, another benefit of using a cannula is that it can reach larger areas, and there is a more ‘even spread’ to the injection. There will also be less bruising (if any) because it requires only one entry point.
The whole treatment takes less than an hour, and there is no downtime. You can go about your day as normal immediately after. You might experience a little localised swelling for a few hours, but this will quickly pass.
How Long Do The Results Last?
Unlike some treatments that deliver instant results, Polynucleotide treatments work on a cellular level. This means it takes a bit longer to see the full effects, but the wait is worth it! You can expect to see visible improvements in around 3 weeks, and the treatment continues to work for up to 12 weeks.
The longevity of these results can vary from person to person, but most people enjoy smoother, plumper skin for 6 to 12 months before needing another treatment.
How Do Polynucleotides Differ From Profhilo?
While Polynucleotides offer a natural approach to skin rejuvenation, Profhilo is another popular injectable option. This treatment works through a bio-remodelling process, stimulating collagen and elastin production to combat skin laxity. Profhilo might be a good alternative for those with fish allergies, as Polynucleotides are derived from fish DNA.
Profhilo sees patients treated with a hyaluronic acid injectable over two treatment sessions, which should be roughly a month apart for the best results.
Even though they might sound similar, there are some major differences. Profhilo uses hyaluronic acid to boost hydration, and patients can expect an instant result thanks to the filler used.
But, it’s worth noting that the results from this treatment don’t last as long, and you won’t see the same ongoing changes beyond the treatment, like that of the cellular deep Polynucleotides treatment. You will also need at least two treatments if you decide to have Profhilo.
While Profhilo excels at overall skin rejuvenation, Polynucleotides truly stand out for their ability to tackle concerns in delicate areas like tear troughs.
Unsure if Polynucleotides or Profhilo is the right choice for you? The good news is, you don’t have to decide alone! During a personalised consultation, your skilled doctor can assess your unique skin concerns and desired results to recommend the best treatment plan, potentially even combining these options for optimal rejuvenation.
Next Steps
Skincare has had many exciting and groundbreaking treatments, and Polynucleotides provide a minimally invasive way to restore skin health and improve the appearance of your skin naturally.
Ready to unlock the transformative potential of Polynucleotides? Then the next step is to contact us, either by calling 01322 381 205, emailing info@elite-aesthetics.co.uk, or WhatsApp us to arrange a consultation.
Elite Aesthetics is located 10 minutes from Gravesend Station – Kent, 10 minutes from Dartford Station – Kent, and 20 minutes from London.
