What is Sculptra®?
Sculptra® is an injectable collagen biostimulator made from poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), a biocompatible material that has been safely used in medicine for many years.
Rather than filling lines instantly, Sculptra encourages your body to produce new collagen over the weeks and months following treatment. As collagen levels increase, the skin becomes firmer, smoother and better supported, restoring youthful facial structure naturally.
What Can Sculptra Treat?
Sculptra is ideal for treating the underlying signs of ageing, including:
- Loss of facial volume
- Hollow or sunken cheeks
- Softening of the jawline
- Temple hollowing
- Deep smile lines (nasolabial folds)
- Marionette lines
- Body
- Skin laxity
- Crepey, thinning skin
- General loss of facial definition
It can also be used to improve skin quality in areas such as the neck, décolletage, stomach and other parts of the body where collagen loss has occurred.
How Does Sculptra Work?
From our mid-20s onwards, collagen production naturally declines by around 1% each year. As collagen levels reduce, the skin loses its strength, elasticity and support.
Sculptra works beneath the surface of the skin by stimulating fibroblast cells to produce fresh collagen. This gradual process rebuilds the skin's foundation, improving firmness, elasticity and volume over time.
Results develop progressively over approximately 8–12 weeks, giving a subtle, natural enhancement rather than an obvious change overnight.
Who is the Ideal Candidate?
Sculptra is an excellent option if you:
- Want natural-looking facial rejuvenation
- Have noticed volume loss or facial hollowing
- Feel your face looks tired despite feeling well
- Want to improve skin firmness and elasticity
- Prefer gradual, long-lasting results
- Wish to stimulate your own collagen rather than rely solely on filler
Sculptra is suitable for both women and men looking to prevent or reverse the visible signs of collagen loss.
How Many Treatments Will I Need?
Every treatment plan is tailored to your individual needs following a consultation.
Most patients benefit from a course of 2–4 treatments, spaced approximately 6–8 weeks apart, allowing collagen production to build gradually.
When Will I See Results?
Unlike traditional fillers, Sculptra works gradually.
You may notice early improvements within a few weeks, with the most significant results appearing over 2–6 months as new collagen develops.
This gradual transformation is one of the reasons Sculptra is often called the 'invisible injectable' .. friends and family notice you look refreshed, but rarely know why.
How Long Do Results Last?
Results can last up to two years or longer, making Sculptra one of the longest-lasting injectable collagen stimulators available.
Many patients choose to have occasional maintenance treatments to preserve their results.
Downtime
Sculptra involves minimal downtime.
Following treatment you may experience:
- Mild swelling
- Redness
- Tenderness
- Bruising at the injection sites
These effects are temporary and usually settle within a few days, allowing most patients to return to normal activities almost immediately.
Ready to rebuild your skin from within?
Book a consultation today to discover whether Sculptra is the right treatment for you and begin your journey towards naturally firmer, healthier, more youthful-looking skin.
Pricing
Every Sculptra treatment at MBA Skin is tailored to your individual facial structure, collagen levels and aesthetic goals. During your consultation, your practitioner will recommend the number of vials required to achieve the most natural and effective result.
Sculptra® – £600 per vial
Most patients require 2-4 vials over the course of their treatment plan, although this will vary depending on the amount of collagen loss, the areas being treated and the desired outcome.
Your treatment plan and pricing will always be discussed in full during your consultation, ensuring you receive a personalised approach designed specifically for you.
