Sunekos Skin Booster Treatments in York

A. Sunekos is a skin booster containing Hyaluronic Acid and a patented preparation of Amino Acids. It is injected directly under the skin to reduce signs of ageing and sun damage.

A. Sunekos contains a specific formulation of Hyaluronic Acid and Amino Acids to promote restoration of the Extra Cellular Matrix homeostasis to support regeneration and also counteracts oxidative stress. Sunekos also promotes production of Collagen and Elastin which naturally slows in the ageing process.

When treated with Sunekos the skin is restored, tightened and firmed. This helps with signs of ageing such as sagging and fine lines, but can also help with sun damage such as pigmentation and dark circles under the eyes.

A. As always at Aesthetics by Dr Katherine, York on arrival we will discuss your treatment goals and desired outcomes to formulate an individual treatment plan. You will need to complete medical and consent forms, if not already done. Please note Sunekos is effective, but is limited, and so may not be suitable for all patients.

Once the forms are completed and we have a treatment plan in place photos will be taken. These are mandatory photos taken pre-treatment and will be stored confidentially with your medical records.

After cleaning your face the treatment will commence.

A. No I advise to wait 2 weeks following other treatments such as anti wrinkle treatments or dermal fillers.

A. The face, neck and areas of the body can be injected to improve sagging/loose skin and reduce signs of ageing.

A. As with any injection it is common to get some redness, tenderness small lumps to the skin. This tends to last up to 24 hours. You can develop some ‘puffiness’ to the affected area, especially if injected under the eyes which can last up to 1 week.

Bruising is always a risk with injectables, however tend to be small and easily covered with make-up.

There is a risk of infection, however this is prevented as much as possible by thoroughly cleaning the skin and it is advised not to touch your skin, wear make-up or apply products for the first 24 hours.

Risk of allergy is low, but always a possibility.

A. You cannot have Sunekos if you have any of the following:

• Skin Disease eg Eczema/Psoriasis/Cold Sores to the areas due to be injected
• Autoimmune Diseases eg Lupus
• Are using certain medications such as Roaccutane
• Previous allergy to the product
• Are pregnant or breast feeding

A. As your skin has been injected it is very normal to have some small red lumps at the injection sites. These should settle within 24 hours. Bruising may occur, but this tends to be minimal and easily covered.

At Aesthetics by Dr Katherine, York it is advised not to consume alcohol, wear make up, exercise or use hot environments such as showers or gyms for 24 hours after your treatment. Plus no sunbeds or saunas for 48 hours. This is to reduce risk of infection and bruising.

The treatment takes at least two weeks to see the effects.

Three treatments are required 2 weeks apart, and maintenance treatments are advised at 6 month intervals.

A. I advise 3-4 treatments 2-3 weeks apart. Maintenance treatments at 6-9 months.

A. Please see price list here.