How many ml does a liquid facelift take?

Why can’t it be stated in ml?

“Liquid facelift” is not a single product name. The answer to “how many ml” changes with the product, its preparation and the goal. PLLA, for example, is a powder reconstituted with sterile fluid before use; most of the injected volume is this fluid, which is absorbed within a few days.

PLLA: how many vials and sessions?

• Current consensus recommends reconstituting one vial with about 8–16 ml of fluid.
• The face usually takes 1 vial per session; more may be needed with marked volume loss.
• Sessions are usually 4–6 weeks apart; most people need 2–3.
• Early fullness is fluid and swelling; the real effect develops over weeks and months.

CaHA: how many syringes?

CaHA products usually come in 1.5 ml syringes. For skin quality and tightening on the face the product is usually diluted (for example 1:1); thin-skinned areas such as the neck use higher dilution. A typical facial plan is 1–2 syringes over 1–2 sessions.

What determines the amount?

• How much volume has been lost and where
• Skin thickness and degree of laxity
• Age and factors affecting collagen response (smoking, rapid weight loss)
• Previous fillers or procedures

Does more product mean a better result?

No. With marked excess skin, more product can make the face look heavy and unnatural. In that case surgery or other methods such as endolaser are discussed.