Polynucleotides are injectable DNA fragments derived from salmon that stimulate your skin to repair and regenerate itself. Unlike fillers which add volume, or skin boosters which mainly hydrate, polynucleotides work at the cellular level to encourage collagen production, tissue repair, and genuine improvement in skin quality. They are particularly good for fine lines, texture issues, loss of elasticity, and the delicate under-eye area.
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Polynucleotides activate your skin's own repair processes at the cellular level. This is actual tissue regeneration, not just a surface-level improvement.
Smoother texture, fewer fine lines, and improved elasticity that continues to develop over the weeks following treatment.
The effects last six to nine months and improve with each treatment. Regular sessions build on one another for progressively better skin.
Derived from highly purified salmon DNA, which is very compatible with human tissue. The risk of adverse reactions is low.
We begin with a skin assessment to look at your concerns, whether that is fine lines, texture, elasticity, or under-eye issues. The treatment involves multiple small injections using very fine needles across the area being treated. You will feel tiny pinpricks, but most people find the discomfort minimal and brief. The whole process takes 45 to 60 minutes depending on the area. Straight after, you may see small bumps where the product was injected, but these absorb within a few hours. Mild swelling and redness usually settle within 24 to 48 hours. Results build gradually over four to six weeks as the polynucleotides stimulate collagen, elastin, and tissue repair. Most people need two to three sessions spaced three to four weeks apart, with top-ups every six to nine months.

Fine lines, elasticity loss, uneven texture, and under-eye issues can all be addressed because the treatment works at the cellular level rather than targeting a single problem.
Particularly effective around the eyes where other treatments may not be suitable. It can reduce dark circles and improve the thin, crepey skin that develops there.
You can carry on with your day straight after treatment. Any redness or swelling is mild and usually clears within a day.
Polynucleotides complement other aesthetic treatments like fillers, peels, or skin boosters, and can be part of a broader plan for skin improvement.

45 Minutes
Full facial treatment for skin regeneration, texture, and anti-ageing
60 Minutes
Face and neck treatment for broader skin repair and improvement
45 Minutes
Targeted treatment for the under-eye area, dark circles, and fine lines

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