Captique Injectable is the newest FDA approved non-animal stabilized hyaluronic acid dermal filler.
The way your skin looks is directly related to the way your skin is supported. As we age, the natural support
layers in the skin break down resulting in the formation of wrinkles.
Captique, a clear gel containing a purified form of hyaluronic acid, adds volume lost during the aging process
by temporarily smoothing out facial lines and wrinkles.
Captique is injected just under the skin’s surface in order to temporarily correct wrinkles.
With Captique, you can get treated today and see results immediately
Captique can be used to fill in the smile lines between the nose and mouth, small lines above the lip, frown
lines between the eyes, and to minimize the creases that turn down the corners of the mouth
What is Captique?
Captique is a non-animal stabilized hyaluronic acid-based dermal filler and the newest HA filler to enter the
U.S. market. It is indicated for correction of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds (such as nasolabial
folds). Captique is injected just under the skin’s surface to replenish volume lost during the aging
process.
What is hyaluronic acid?
Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a natural substance (complex sugar) found in all living organisms. It hydrates
the skin by holding in water, and acts as a cushion and lubricant to reduce damage to the skin. Hyaluronic
acid is an important component of youthful, supple and elastic skin, helping to maintain skin volume. As we
age, our skin loses hyaluronic acid, contributing to the formation of wrinkles.
What are dermal fillers?
Dermal fillers, such as hyaluronic acid and collagen based fillers, are substances that are injected
just below the surface of the skin to replace natural elements of the skin that are lost during the aging process.
These fillers are one of the most popular ways to rejuvenate the face and can help restore a more youthful
appearance. According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), the greatest increase
in the past five years among all cosmetic procedures has been in nonsurgical procedures such as the use of
dermal fillers.
Hyaluronic acid provides volume to the skin while collagen provides structure and definition. By using both
hyaluronic acid and collagen based dermal fillers, physicians are able to customize treatment for the individual
patient in order to achieve the most optimal aesthetic results.
What is Captique used for and where is it injected?
Captique is a highly versatile product that provides optimal aesthetic results and can be used for
maximum correction in many different areas of the face such as nasolabial folds (smile lines), vertical lip
lines, marionette lines (lip corners) and crow’s-feet. The result is reliable, predictable and immediate
with minimum downtime.
Is Captique similar to Restylane – are there any benefits over Restylane?
Captique is a non-animal stabilized hyaluronic acid-based dermal filler similar to Restylane. It is derived
from the same non-animal source as Restylane and is manufactured in a similar process. However, Captique is
a softer HA compared to Restylane and has a more favorable adverse effect profile as it relates to pain, swelling
and bruising.
Is Captique safe?
Yes. Captique was approved in the United States by the Food and Drug Administration in December 2004
and is safe and effective. The primary ingredient in Captique is a non-animal form of hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic
acid is a natural component of the skin.
Are there any side effects associated with Captique?
While Captique has the usual side effects that are associated with dermal fillers, such as redness, bruising
and swelling, pain and itching, it has less adverse events than other hyaluronic acid fillers of the same source
on the market.
How do I maintain my correction?
Over time, hyaluronic acids are naturally absorbed by the body. Persistence (the duration of effect)
is influenced by the area treated and the amount of material used to achieve the optimal correction. Captique’s
persistence is similar to the other hyaluronic acids available in the United States. Touch-up injections two
to three times a year are usually needed to maintain the correction. Many people choose to make Captique a
regular part of their beauty regimen.
Is Captique all I need to rejuvenate my face?