Get the real deal on beauty treatments—real doctors, real reviews, and real photos with real results.Here's how we earn your trust.

Posted underJuvederm q&a

Is Juvederm sourced from humans, animal, or synthetic DNA?

DianaNZ
Does the source of Juvederm come from live humans or dead humans? I understand that Juvederm is naturally occurring; and that injections of hyaluronic acid (such as Juvederm) are intended to temporarily replace loss through the normal aging process (thereby, reducing appearance of wrinkles etc). However, where does the source of the Juvederm used in these injections come from? Dead or live donor humans, synthetic reproduction or animal DNA? I need full disclosure to enable an informed decision to proceed with this treatment. Thank you for your consideration.

Answers (8)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
Ron Shelton, MD profile photo
Dr. Ron Shelton, MD
Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
4.8 | 54 Reviews
Answer
1 person found this helpful
Gregory Turowski, MD, PhD, FACS profile photo
Dr. Gregory Turowski, MD, PhD, FACS
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
4.3 | 124 Reviews
Answer
Lorrie Klein, MD profile photo
Dr. Lorrie Klein, MD
Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
4.9 | 251 Reviews
Answer
Otto Joseph Placik, MD profile photo
Dr. Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
4.8 | 123 Reviews
Answer
Dr. Steven Wallach, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Answer
1 person found this helpful
Dr. Sigmund L. Sattenspiel, MD
Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Answer
Dr. Cory Torgerson, MD, PhD, FRCSC - Account Suspended
Facial Plastic Surgeon, Certified in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
Answer
Dr. Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD (retired)
Board Certified Dermatologist
Answer

More Juvederm Questions

See all Juvederm Q&A