Volume loss
Dermal Fillers
Injectable gels, typically hyaluronic acid, used to restore volume or support structure in selected facial areas.
- Appointment length
- 45–60 minutes
- Typical downtime
- 1–3 days of possible swelling
Collagen Biostimulators
Injectable treatments designed to encourage the skin's own collagen production over time.
- Appointment length
- 45–60 minutes
- Typical downtime
- Swelling or bruising for a few days
- Sessions
- Usually 2–3 sessions, 4–8 weeks apart
- Results last
- Often 18–24 months, by product
- Anaesthesia
- Numbing cream; product mixed with lidocaine
- Price
- From AED 2,500 per session
Medically reviewed by Dr. Karim Haddad, Aesthetic Physician. Last reviewed .
What is a collagen biostimulator?
Biostimulators are injected by a licensed medical practitioner to gradually support skin quality and firmness, rather than add instant volume. Product choice and suitability are decided at consultation.
May help with
- Thinning, crepey skin
- Gradual loss of firmness
Who it may suit
- Adults seeking gradual, subtle improvement
What we assess first
- Autoimmune conditions or tendency to form nodules
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Active skin infection
How does a collagen biostimulator work?
The product acts as a scaffold that prompts fibroblasts to produce collagen over weeks to months.
What happens during the appointment?
The area is cleansed, and the product is injected with a fine needle or cannula. Massage may be advised afterwards.
Every plan starts with a consultation with Dr. Karim Haddad or another member of the medical team. Read our patient information before your visit.
How should I prepare?
- Avoid blood-thinning supplements where medically safe, for 5–7 days.
What aftercare is needed?
- Follow any massage instructions given.
- Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours.
When will I see results, and how long do they last?
Changes develop gradually over two to three months and vary between individuals.
Typical duration of results: Often 18–24 months, by product. Price: From AED 2,500 per session.
What are the risks and side effects?
- Swelling, bruising and tenderness
- Nodules or lumps
- Rare vascular complications
Information on this website is general and does not replace a consultation with a qualified practitioner. Treatment suitability and results vary between individuals.
Frequently asked questions
Is this the same as filler?
No. Fillers add volume directly; biostimulators aim to prompt your own collagen over time.
How do collagen biostimulators work?
Collagen biostimulators are injectable products, such as poly-L-lactic acid or calcium hydroxylapatite, that prompt the skin to make its own new collagen. Unlike hyaluronic acid fillers, they add little volume on the day. Firmness and skin quality improve gradually over two to three months as collagen builds.
How long do collagen biostimulator results last?
Results from a course of collagen biostimulators often last eighteen months to two years, depending on the product, your age and your lifestyle. A course is usually two or three sessions, four to eight weeks apart. Many people then have a single maintenance session every year or two.
How much do collagen biostimulators cost in Dubai?
At Luméra Clinic, collagen biostimulators start from AED 2,500 per session, and most courses are two to three sessions. The price depends on the product and how many vials your doctor recommends. Your full course price is confirmed in writing at consultation.
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Considering Collagen Biostimulators?
Book a consultation to find out whether this treatment is right for you.