CELEBRITIES have popularised a new wave of youthful trends that promote using regenerative injectables like Sculptra to get face-lift-like results.
Many top celebs including The Kardashians are rumoured to have tried Sculptra to slow down the ageing process and enhance their looks.
Kylie Jenner before 2013 and after 2016 when rumours circulated about her change in appearance[/caption]
What is Sculptra?
Sculptra is sometimes referred to as a “liquid face-lift” due to the youthful result it provides some clients without having to undergo surgery.
First popularised by Kylie Jenner, Sculptra is a type of dermal filler.
This trendy cosmetic is an injectable that is often used to treat fine lines and wrinkles.
It can also be used on the body to restore volume and contour areas like the buttocks, hips, thighs, and even the hands.
How does Sculptra work?
Sculptra works by stimulating collagen production in the skin.
Liquid is injected into the parts of the face or body where people want a fuller or smoother appearance.
This treatment isn’t a permanent fix for wrinkles, but it is growing in popularity because the results are said to last more than two years.
Which celebrities have tried Sculptra?
Sculptra is one of the most sought after cosmetic treatments by celebrities.
The Kardashians are no strangers to the cosmetic enhancements that treatments like Sculptra claim to provide.
The most notable changes can be seen in photos of Kim Kardashian, who has been open about using injectables for a butt lift, which went on to create the signature hourglass, curvy Kardashian look.
Some celebrities who have tried Sculptra include:
Kylie Jenner
Kylie Jenner is rumoured to have had Sculptra treatments in 2016.
There are noticeable aesthetic changes in her face and body which include plumper cheekbones and more volume to her hips.
After many rumours that Kylie had undergone plastic surgery she told Paper Magazine in 2019: “People think I fully went under the knife and completely reconstructed my face, which is completely false.
“I’m terrified! I would never. They don’t understand what good hair and makeup and, like, fillers, can really do. It’s fillers. I’m not denying that.”
Kim Kardashian
Kim K’s shade has changed to adopt a fuller more curvier look over the years[/caption]
Kim Kardashian has established herself as an ultimate beauty icon, with cosmetic treatments helping her to create and popularise the hourglass shape.
In a 2016 Instagram livestream, Kardashian admitted to getting a non-surgical butt lift using injections, but said it was only to treat her psoriasis.
The glamour model has also discussed other cosmetic procedures, including Botox, laser treatments, and butt injections to maintain her youthful look.
When Kim K launched her skincare brand, SKKN in 2022, she opened up about her beauty journey.
She admitted: “I care. I really, genuinely care about looking good,” she said.
“I probably care more than 90 percent of the people on this planet.
“…I do my beauty treatments usually late at night. After everyone’s in bed, I’m doing laser treatments.”
“I would do anything to look and feel youthful,” she confessed.
Other celebrities rumoured to have used Sculptra are:
- Ariana Grande
- Bella Hadid
- Kendall Jenner
- Olivia Rodrigo
What’s the difference between Sculptra and fillers?
Although both claim to add volume to the skin, the difference in ingredients mean that one has more immediate effects than the other.
Sculptra uses poly-L-lactic acid, which is a collagen stimulator that gradually improves the skin’s appearance.
Fillers on the other hand add volume to the skin immediately using hyaluronic acid.
Is Sculptra safe?
Sculptra is an FDA-approved injectable that must be administered by a certified cosmetic doctor.
According to celebrity cosmetic surgeon Dr Minna:
“It is (Sculptra) gaining popularity as a natural alternative to fillers to give more subtle results without puffiness that you can get with filler.
“Results last two to three years and improve over a two year period.
“It is a non-invasive procedure with a good safety profile.
“Side effects include injection related reactions such as bruising and swelling which settle down within two weeks.
“The treatment is not indicated for individuals with immune disorders.”
