Hyaluronic fillers are injected under the skin to smooth out unwelcome wrinkles. Hyaluronic acid is a transparent, gel-like liquid that the human body produces itself. The term "hyaluronic acid" has its origins in Greek: "hyalos" means something like "glassy".
Hyaluronic acid has a wide range of important functions in the human body:
- Hyaluronic acid as a lubricant: As the main component of synovial fluid, hyaluronic acid forms the foundation of healthy joints. The substance is characterized above all by its variability: Its viscosity (viscosity) varies depending on movement sequences, pressure and load, thus protecting the joints.
- Hyaluronic acid for water storage: One gram of the substance can store 1 to 10 liters of water.
Hyaluronic acid is also essential for the normal course of many other processes and functions in the human body. These include, among others
- Metabolism,
- cell division,
- brain performance and
- vision.
Hyaluronic acid is therefore an important element for the body. A deficiency of this substance can have serious consequences.
The amount of hyaluronic acid in the body decreases with age. Hyaluronic acid deficiency can have a negative effect on joint health. In addition to excessive strain and sporting activity, advancing age also leads to wear and tear of
Accordingly, it is not only representatives ofaesthetic medicine who use hyaluronic acid, but also orthopaedic surgeons, for example.
Hyaluronic acid treatment can be particularly helpful for osteoarthritis patients: By injecting it directly into the knee, it is said to relieve pain and delay, if not completely prevent, the need for an artificial joint replacement.
If the hyaluronic acid in the skin decreases, this inevitably leads to a loss of elasticity. The now limited ability to store water results in a drier skin texture. Fine lines appear and develop into deep wrinkles over time.
An injection of hyaluronic acid is an effective wrinkle treatment. The treatment is also known as wrinkle injection. It is used for
- Lip wrinkles,
- wrinkles,
- mouth wrinkles and
- forehead wrinkles
are used.
Hyaluronic acid treatment can also achieve hand rejuvenation and counteract loss of volume in the face. Ideally, deep circles under the eyes and sunken cheeks will soon be a thing of the past.

Hyaluronic acid treatment is considered to be particularly gentle and efficient in the treatment of wrinkles © Microgen | AdobeStock
Hyaluronic acid treatment is a comparatively gentle method, as no skin incisions are necessary. This also means that there are no scars. The procedure is also popular because no foreign substances are injected. The body is familiar with hyaluronic acid, so there can be no problems with tolerance.
Hyaluronic acid treatment is therefore considered a direct route to a rejuvenated appearance thanks to its high success rate.
Before any hyaluronic acid treatment, you will have an intensive consultation with your specialist in aesthetic medicine. Such doctors work in their own practices or in medical centers that specialize in aesthetic cosmetic treatments.
The consultation serves to clarify your initial situation, including potential intolerances. You should also discuss your expectations in detail with your doctor. Based on this, he or she will determine the treatment goals and draw up an individual treatment plan for you.
The doctor will decide on the basis of factors such as the treatment goal and the amount of filling material,
- which skin layers are to be treated in each individual case and
- whether particularly fine needles or rather blunt cannulas are appropriate.
The actual treatment begins with local anesthesia of the skin areas to be treated, usually with a cream.
The duration of the actual wrinkle injection that follows can vary greatly from person to person. It also depends on the injection technique used. On average, a procedure takes 30 to 60 minutes.
To avoid complications, you should not exercise for the first three days after wrinkle injections. You should also postpone visits to the sauna and solarium until later.
Cool the affected areas several times a day to prevent swelling. Also make sure that there is no strong friction, for example with clothing or towels made of rough materials.
Despite the overall very good treatment results with minimal risks, complications can occur. Possible, but very rare complications and side effects after hyaluronic acid treatment include
- Redness,
- numbness,
- itching,
- swelling,
- pain,
- abscess formation and
- skin discoloration.
Infections top the list of possible complications.
Hyaluronic acid treatment is a particularly gentle method of counteracting the natural ageing process. As a natural active ingredient, hyaluronic acid also has the advantage over other measures that it is well tolerated by the human body.
The risk of complications and risks is correspondingly low, provided that conscientious aftercare is provided. The probability of very good treatment results, on the other hand, is high.
The effect lasts for around four to nine months, depending on the location.