Polynucleotides - Lumi eyes/Nucleofill

Polynucleotides are an injectable, skin-boosting, regenerative treatment. They are made up of chains of nucleotides, which are the building blocks of DNA and RNA. When used in aesthetics, polynucleotides are typically derived from the sperm of salmon or trout, and are then purified and sterilised for medical use. They are then injected into the skin to provide instant hydration and long term bio-remodelling.

Polynucleotides have several skin-boosting benefits including improving skin texture and elasticity and reducing fine lines and wrinkles. Like hyaluronic acid skin boosters, polynucleotides create dewy looking skin, adding a soft volume and hydration effect. In addition to this, polynucleotides work to boost fibroblast production, inducing tissue repair processes, reducing inflammatory processes, regulating melanogenesis and promoting hydration in the skin. Polynucleotides stimulate regeneration of the skin at the cellular level so it takes time to be seen visually in terms of improved texture, minimised pores and pigmentation.

Depending on the degree of ageing your skin has and your ability to create quality tissue when stimulated, your diet and lifestyle, your skin quality will improve gradually as the tissues regenerate following treatment. Most notice a difference after 2-4 weeks, but your skin will continue to improve with optimum results expected about 3 months after the course of treatment has been completed. You will likely need 6 monthly/annual maintenance treatments.

As with any other injectable treatment, unless prescribed, avoid NSAIDS, fish oils and alcohol prior to your treatment.

Aftercare

Do:

Avoid the sun
Use a broad spectrum sunscreen daily, ideally SPF30+
Use collagen stimulating peptides
Keep hydrated

Don’t:

Use ‘active’ skin care products such as retinols and acids until recommended by your practitioner
Use make up for 24-48 hours after treatment
Do strenuous exercise - sweating can enable bacteria to enter the channels created during the treatment
Take NSAIDs

Side effects

Side effects and complications include but are not limited to:

Pain or stinging whilst the injection is performed.
Injections into the lip area could trigger a recurrence of facial cold sores (herpes simplex infections) for patients with a history of prior cold sores.
Localised swelling, redness and or tenderness.
Bleeding at the sites of injection.
Bruising - may be severe in rare cases and may persist for several days.

Rare Side Effects

Persistent or prolonged pain, swelling, or inflammation.
Infection (can occur within days or as long as months).
Allergic reaction or delayed sensitivity reaction - not recommended for people with fish allergies.
Compression / Vascular Compromise - the blood supply to the skin may be interrupted by swelling or inadvertent injection into a vessel, causing pain and/or discolouration. This can lead to necrosis of the skin if not dealt with, skin damage and possible scarring. (Very rare).

Polynucleotides - Lumi eyes/Nucleofill

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