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Buying Dermal Fillers Online: What You Need to Know

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Dermal filler treatments are effective non-surgical alternatives for skin rejuvenation to enhance the overall skin volume and quality of the face to address deep wrinkles and fine lines. These are growing in popularity, and because of their easy, quick, and minimally invasive nature, some people turn to online stores to purchase their own filler injections instead of getting these at an aesthetic doctor’s clinic.

So what do you have to know about buying dermal fillers online? For effective treatment of problem areas in the facial region, patients need to have access to authentic FDA-approved dermal fillers that are injected by a certified aesthetic injector. Purchasing dermal fillers online for a self-administered injection treatment would simply increase the risk of adverse effects.

Everything You Should  Know About Buying Dermal Fillers Online

Dermal filler treatments are non-invasive cosmetic alternatives to plastic surgery and Botox injection that stimulate new collagen production. This is a mesotherapy treatment to eliminate the problem areas in the facial region such as wrinkles, facial lines, and facial folds.

The most common kind of these cosmetic injectables is soft tissue filler treatments like hyaluronic acid filler products such as Juvederm Volux, Juvederm Voluma, Juvederm Ultra, Restylane Lyft, and Belotero Soft. These dermal filler products are FDA-approved for use in facial filler treatments. Additionally, some people opt for a polylactic acid product such as Sculptra to improve their facial contour, and to address their laugh lines and facial folds.

However, people get the notion that these aesthetic products can be self-administered or performed by another person, so people turn to buy dermal filler products online. They think that injectable dermal filler products merely involve a basic procedure that can be done at home to address wrinkle areas, fine lines, and nasolabial folds.

The reason why people can’t buy a dermal filler product online is simple: the public lacks sufficient knowledge on the overall process of having injectable filler treatments from the beginning up to the end of the treatment session. Most people think that the procedure for cosmetic fillers merely involves a simple injection procedure in the lips or cheeks

Buying facial fillers and having them at home disregards the following important considerations:

Can You Buy Dermal Fillers Online? Why You Shouldn’t Buy Dermal Fillers Online

One of the strongest reasons why you shouldn’t buy dermal fillers online is that these are medical devices that should only be handled and used by certified medical professionals who are licensed to do so.

The expertise of the aesthetic injector is one of the leading factors that can prevent a filler mishap. They have gained extensive knowledge of the facial anatomy and facial points which are more optimal for applying the filler injections. Additionally, another reason is the risk of buying inauthentic ones, which can pose serious threats to an individual’s health. 

Bodily reactions vary per person. Although you can guarantee that what you’ve purchased online is an authentic dermal filler injection brand, you can’t guarantee the minimization of adverse reactions. 

Sometimes an ingredient of the dermal filler substance can cause an allergic reaction. Most people don’t realize that they’re at risk of having an allergic reaction to a common injectable filler ingredient such as lidocaine. Lidocaine is an anesthetic component to minimize discomfort and pain during treatment.

Individuals may not realize that the injectables that they may have purchased aren’t really fit for them. Experienced aesthetic providers know how to deal with this, which is why having the treatment performed in their office is still the only option. 

Before the treatment session, the aesthetic doctor will first have a consultation with the patient so they can evaluate their eligibility by going through their medical records. It’s essential not to skip this step as there are many considerations when having dermal filler treatments such as:

  • History of blood clotting disorders
  • History of an allergic reaction (e.g, to lidocaine or other components of the injectables)
  • Other pertinent medical conditions that may cause serious health complications
  • Other pertinent medical conditions that may interfere with the results

The same reason may also be applicable to other cosmetic injectables such as Botox treatment, which may also be dangerous if purchased online and performed at home by the individual.

Who Can Buy Dermal Fillers

Dermal fillers are more than just wrinkle fillers. Only aesthetic providers who have expertise in dermal filler injection treatments can buy dermal fillers because only these people are certified and knowledgeable to administer these treatments safely and effectively.

How to Get Dermal Fillers For Cheap and Why You Shouldn’t Do It

If you’re planning to buy dermal fillers to save money, the risk of adverse reactions isn’t worth it. If the improperly administered treatment session results in unfavorable side effects then the cost would simply multiply and be greater than if you’d simply have the treatment performed by an aesthetic professional.

There are many flexible payment plans that you can arrange with your aesthetic provider or their medical clinic. Instead of looking for cheaper options, you can simply pay in installments so you can afford to pay to achieve the beauty goals you deserve without sacrificing the quality of your aesthetic treatment.

High Quality, Safe, and Effective Dermal Fillers at Ethos Spa

Dermal filler treatments should only be performed as an in-office procedure. Individuals shouldn’t turn to alternative sources to have the treatment at a much more affordable cost. It’s not only the filler injection that matters when it comes to dermal filler treatments. The expertise of the aesthetic professional performing it matters just as much as the quality of the fillers themselves.

Prevent adverse reactions and ensure the quality of your dermal filler treatments in addressing your laugh lines and restoring lost volume. Ethos Aesthetics + Wellness provides state-of-the-art aesthetic treatments to clients in New Jersey and the surrounding area. In order to ensure beautiful and long-lasting results, we are committed to offering the safest, most effective medi spa solutions.

Start your journey to achieve your beauty goals and book a session with us today.

Dr. Hardik Soni

MD, Founder/Lead Physician

About Dr. Hardik Soni

Dr. Hardik Soni is the founder and Medical Director of Ethos Aesthetics + Wellness. His primary focus is on minimally invasive and non-invasive cosmetic procedures including botulinum injection (Botox and Dysport), dermal fillers (Juvederm, Restylane, Radiesse), laser hair removal, chemical peels, and laser skin rejuvenation. Dr. Soni believes in a more conservative approach and his first goal is education. Clients are able to determine the ideal treatments after discussion with Dr. Soni regarding the expected outcomes, cost, as well as risks.

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