"PDLLA-HA is a Korean collagen stimulator that steadily builds your own collagen for smoother, firmer skin. "
What is the PDLLA-HA treatment?
This treatment suspends poly-D,L-lactic acid (PDLLA) micro-particles in Hyaluronic Acid (HA). The HA gives the typical HA-based skinbooster hydration and the PDLLA particles then trigger neocollagenesis (collagen creation) in the dermis over weeks to months for longer-lasting texture and firmness gains. There is skin quality improvement first, followed by subtle volume second.
What conditions can it treat?
- Fine lines and wrinkles, crepey skin, enlarged pores
- Acne scarring and textural irregularities
- Early laxity, dull or dehydrated skin
Why choose this treatment?
- Collagen stimulation for progressive, natural results
- Immediate hydration from HA, then gradual tightening from PDLLA
- Ability to address multiple issues at once (pores, scars, fine lines)
- Light downtime for most patients
Who is this treatment for?
It is for people seeking better skin quality, who are concerned about being "overfilled". This includes patients with the above conditions who want subtle, buildable improvement.
Treatment duration, pain notes and downtimes.
Treatment is 20-30 mins excluding pre-procedure numbing.
You may experience mild discomfort during the treatment. With the use of a topical anaesthetic/numbing cream and the aid of the professional, medical grade Zimmer cooler, the procedure is generally very well tolerated by the majority. There can be pinprick marks with slightly raised bumps at the injection sites immediately post treatment.
What to expect?
1. Doctor's consultation
2. Cleansing of area to be treated
3. Application of numbing cream
4. PDLLA-HA procedure
5. Post-procedure recovery cream
6. Home care advice
FAQs
In the immediate week: hydrated look from HA
Weeks 4–12: gradual tightening and texture smoothing as collagen forms
Months 3 onwards: peak effect where the results are your own tissue, achieveing a natural look
Most patients do 2–3 sessions, 4–6 weeks apart, then maintenance once or twice a year depending on goals and skin condition.
Your plan may vary with acne scarring vs general rejuvenation
There are other biostimulators out there including products containing PLLA, PDO and PCL. All of them have their own characteristics and each of them have their own pros and cons. Discuss with your doctor to see which is suitable for your skin
There are other energy based devices which are able to stimulate collagen and these can be done together with Juvelook with some spacing in between. We generally recommend a combination of treatments to best stimulate your skin!
For 24 hours, avoid excessive sun exposure, strenuous physical activity, alcohol consumption, extreme temperatures and swimming. Keep your face clean. Avoid sleeping face down for the same night as the injection. If there is bruising and swelling, topical ice packs may be applied. Daily broad-spectrum SPF is recommended and you can resume active skincare after 48–72 hours (or as directed)
- Active local inflammation or infection
- History of keloids and hypertrophic scars
- Connective tissue diseases
- Active immunological disease
- Pregnancy or lactation
Risks
Soreness, swelling and redness may occur. Rarely, lumps or nodules may form after the injection. Just with any filler or biostimulator, there is a very small risk of vascular occlusion if the filler is accidentally injected into a blood vessel. Early recognition is important; most side effect cases respond to conservative or medical management.