Collagen Stimulators
Sculptra and Radiesse — biostimulatory injectables that trigger your own collagen production for gradual, long-lasting structural improvement.
Gradual Volume. Long-Lasting Results.
Sculptra (poly-L-lactic acid) stimulates your fibroblasts to produce new collagen. It doesn't add immediate volume — instead it rebuilds the collagen scaffolding that diminishes with age, creating natural volume improvement over 3–6 months that can last 2+ years.
Sculptra is commonly used in the cheeks, temples, jawline, and for overall facial laxity. It pairs exceptionally well with HA filler in the Lily Lift™.
Immediate Volume + Long-Term Collagen.
Radiesse (calcium hydroxylapatite) provides immediate structural volume and simultaneously stimulates collagen production — a dual-action biostimulator. You see results right away, with continued improvement over time.
Radiesse is especially effective for the hands, face, and non-surgical BBL. When hyperdiluted, it can also be used across larger body areas to improve skin quality and firmness.
Before & After — Collagen Stimulators
Before & After
Before & After
Before & After
Before & After
Pre-Treatment Care
- Avoid blood thinners (aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oil) for 5–7 days if possible
- Avoid alcohol for 24 hours before your appointment
- Stay well hydrated in the days leading up to treatment
- Arrive with clean skin, free of makeup
- Inform your provider of all current medications
Post-Treatment Care
- Expect swelling and possible bruising for 2–5 days — normal and expected
- Avoid massage or pressure to the treated area for 24–48 hours
- Avoid heat, strenuous exercise, and alcohol for 24–48 hours
- Sleep with head elevated the first night to minimize swelling
- Final results visible once all swelling resolves (1–2 weeks)
- Contact us if you notice any skin color changes or unusual symptoms
- Massage treated area as directed by your provider — Sculptra requires specific massage protocol post-treatment
- Biostimulators cannot be dissolved — discuss candidacy thoroughly at consultation
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Sculptra cost in Houston?
Sculptra at Lily Lane Aesthetics is $950 per vial. A full treatment series typically involves two to three sessions, with two to four vials used per session depending on the treatment area and degree of correction needed. Your provider will outline a vial estimate and total investment at your consultation.
What is the difference between Sculptra and Radiesse?
Sculptra is made from poly-L-lactic acid and works purely as a biostimulator — there is no immediate volumizing effect, and results build gradually over three to six months. Hyperdilute Radiesse is made from calcium hydroxylapatite and provides both an immediate lift and long-term collagen stimulation. Sculptra results typically last two or more years; Radiesse results last 12 to 18 months. Both are $950 per vial or syringe at Lily Lane.
How long do collagen stimulators last?
Sculptra results develop over three to six months and have been shown to last two years or more in clinical studies. Hyperdilute Radiesse results typically persist for 12 to 18 months. Both significantly outlast standard HA fillers in most treatment zones.
Can I combine biostimulators with HA filler?
Yes — and this combination is often ideal. HA filler provides immediate structural volume in specific zones while biostimulators work over months to rebuild the skin's collagen foundation. This layered approach is the basis of the Lily Lift™ at Lily Lane, which combines facial balancing filler, bio-stimulators, and neurotoxin in a single two-hour appointment.
Are collagen stimulators reversible?
No. Unlike HA filler, Sculptra and Radiesse cannot be dissolved. They are broken down gradually by the body over time but cannot be removed on demand. This makes the provider's technique and conservative approach especially important — results should be built incrementally over a series of sessions rather than over-corrected in a single appointment.
What is hyperdilute Radiesse used for?
Hyperdilute Radiesse is used at Lily Lane for full-face skin quality improvement, neck and décolleté rejuvenation, and as the product for the Non-Surgical BBL — where multiple syringes are injected into the buttocks to add projection and stimulate collagen over time. BBL pricing ranges from $500 to $950 per syringe depending on quantity.
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Sculptra $950/vial · Radiesse $950/syringe · Results build over 3–6 months.
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