I received Restylane injections to my tear troughs one week ago and am thrilled with the results. I would like them to last as long as possible. To that end, I am interested in doing anything I can to prolong and maximize the effect of the injections, as well as to build new collagen and improve the quality of the skin in that area overall. Will MSM supplements (with Vit. C) help to build more collagen in this area? Is there any way they could ADVERSELY affect the results of Restylane? Thanks!
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Restylane is a clear gel that when injected too superficially, it can be seen from the surface as a bluish cyst-like area. This typically takes well over 6 months to resolve on its own and can last 1 year or longer. Treatment of this is simple--just make a small nick in the skin with...
A lot of times this is just swelling and it can take up to 2 weeks for the irregularity to subside. If you are still seeing puffiness and lumps after 2 weeks, follow up with your provider. The nice thing with Restylane is that it is not permanent and it can be massaged to a...
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