What Is Ellanse Filler?
Ellanse filler is essentially a dermal filler, but it has some radical differences from other dermal fillers that make it a better option for some patients and treatments.
Ellanse filler was first introduced to the UK in 2010 as a revolutionary treatment. Unlike other dermal fillers like Juvederm, Restylane and Teosyal, Ellanse filler is a bio-stimulator, meaning that it encourages your body to produce new collagen in the areas it is used.
Ellanse filler contains polycaprolactone (PCL) microspheres, an innovative polymer that has the unique ability to stimulate collagen growth. PCL has been effectively used in the biomedical field for over 70 years, with incredible advancements made with its application. However, it’s only been since 2010 that PCL has been used in aesthetic medicine.
When used as a cosmetic treatment, the PCL in Ellanse filler gives your skin a much longer-lasting, natural lift compared with other dermal fillers, since it helps to replenish your body’s lost collagen.
Other dermal fillers use hyaluronic acid as their base, which although creates a smooth and even appearance, does nothing once it dissipates.
What Are The Advantages Of Ellanse Filler?
Longer lasting than other hyaluronic acid fillers
Because Ellanse filler helps boost your own collagen supply, you will see the visible effects for much longer than with HA-based dermal fillers. Typically, dermal fillers last between 6-12 months, depending on various factors. Ellanse, however, creates a lift that can last for up to 2 years.
Better volume over time
For the same reasons as above, you’ll notice that your skin stays smooth and supported for much longer than with other dermal fillers.
More cost effective in the long run
Because your results last longer, it stands to reason that you will need less treatments over the years. This makes Ellanse filler a more cost effective option when treating some skin concerns.
FAQs
What Is Ellanse?
Ellanse is actually a dermal filler made from 30% Polycaprolactone (PCL) and 70%Carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) gel. PCL is a biostimulator which is commonly used in regenerative medicines, implants, wound healing due to it’s collagen stimulating effect.
The Carboxymethlycellulose (CMC) gel works like other dermal fillers by immediately filling and replenish the volume loss and will be absorbed after a while.
What Is Ellanse Used For ?
- Skin laxity and sagginess
- Volume loss or hollowness
- Facial contouring or augmentation
- Acne scars
Is Ellanse Safe?
Ellansé™ is totally biocompatible and biodegradable. It is injected into the skin via needle/ cannula.
When the CMC is absorbed, the PCL component will start stimulating collagen. After the PCL component has been absorbed, collagen stimulation will STILL take place, hence improving the skin texture over time.
How Many Types Are There?
How Long Is The Downtime ?
Essentially, Ellanse is injected somewhat like hyaluronic acid fillers. There isn’t much of downtime but please be noted that some people may experience mild bruising or swelling as there is still a needle poking in. The effects such as bruising and swelling may subside within 24 hours to 72 hours.