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Collagen-Stimulating Dermal Filler
- Radiesse®
Lift now. Rebuild for the future.
What It Is
Radiesse® is an injectable dermal filler made of calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres suspended in a smooth gel carrier. Unlike hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers, which primarily restore volume by attracting water, Radiesse® offers two distinct modes of action:
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Immediate lift and contouring from the gel carrier.
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Long-term collagen stimulation as the CaHA microspheres integrate with your skin and encourage fibroblasts to produce new collagen.
Radiesse® is Health Canada–approved for facial augmentation and correction of volume loss, as well as for improving the appearance of the hands.
Radiesse® vs. HA Fillers: Choosing the Right Approach
While both Hyaluronic Acid (HA) fillers and Radiesse® are injectable treatments used to restore volume and smooth lines, the way they work—and the results they create—are quite different.
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Composition: HA fillers are made from hyaluronic acid, a sugar molecule that naturally occurs in skin and binds water for soft, hydrated volume. Radiesse® is made from calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA), a mineral-like substance found in bones and teeth that provides structure and stimulates new collagen production.
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Effect in the Skin: HA fillers give an instant plump by physically filling space and attracting water. Radiesse® offers two phases of improvement—immediate lift from the gel carrier and gradual, long-term skin strengthening as collagen develops around the CaHA microspheres.
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Ideal Uses: HA is ideal for precision work in delicate or high-movement areas like lips, tear troughs, and fine lines. Radiesse® is better suited for structural support in deeper tissues (cheeks, jawline, chin) and for improving skin quality through hyperdilution.
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Longevity & Reversibility: HA fillers typically last 6–12 months and can be dissolved with hyaluronidase. Radiesse® lasts 12–18 months or longer but is not reversible, so careful planning and conservative dosing are key.
By understanding these differences, we can choose the right filler—or combination of both—to achieve the most natural, balanced, and long-lasting results for your goals.
Two Ways We Use Radiesse® at ALux Spa
Standard Radiesse® – For Structure and Lift
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Purpose: Adds immediate definition and volume to structural areas such as the cheeks, chin, jawline, and hands, restoring youthful proportions and enhancing facial harmony.
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How It Works: Injected at full strength, the smooth gel carrier instantly fills and lifts, while the CaHA microspheres integrate into the skin to stimulate collagen production over the following months. This dual action not only restores contours but also strengthens the skin’s internal support network for results that continue to improve with time.
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Ideal For:
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Jawline contouring and sharpening
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Cheek lift and midface restoration
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Chin projection and profile balancing
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Volume restoration in the backs of the hands for smoother, younger-looking skin
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​Hyperdiluted Radiesse® – For Skin Quality and Firmness
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Purpose: Instead of injecting Radiesse® at full strength, it’s blended with sterile saline and lidocaine to create a thinner solution that distributes evenly throughout the skin. This approach focuses on collagen stimulation rather than volumizing, resulting in improved skin quality, elasticity, and thickness.
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How It Works: The diluted CaHA particles act as a biostimulator, triggering fibroblasts to build fresh collagen and elastin over time. With each session, the skin gradually becomes firmer, smoother, and more resilient without adding bulk.
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Ideal For:
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Neck crepiness and fine lines
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Décolletage rejuvenation
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Mild-to-moderate skin laxity on arms or thighs
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Jawline skin tightening
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Facial collagen support without added fullness
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Why Our Clients Love It
DESIGNED TO TREAT
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Jawline contour and definition
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Midface lifting
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Chin projection
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Skin laxity on the neck, décolletage, or body (hyperdiluted)
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Hand volume loss
PROCEDURE TIME
30–60 minutes including consultation and mapping
DOWNTIME
Minimal. Temporary swelling or bruising possible for 24–72 hours
RECOMMENDED TREATMENT PLAN
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Standard Radiesse: Maintenance every 12–18 months
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Hyperdiluted Radiesse: 2–3 sessions, spaced 4–6 weeks apart, then maintenance every 12–18 months
PAIN SCALE
2–3/10. Contains lidocaine for comfort; topical numbing available
PRICING
Starting at $750 (final cost depends on dilution, volume, and area treated)