BACKGROUND

Biorevitalization products containing a hyaluronic acid and trehalose complex improve the quality of skin with xerosis, sagginess, and post-acne syndrome.

OBJECTIVE

Quantitative and qualitative assessment of changes in skin quality in terms of hydration, and elasticity, assessment of changes in skin profile in patients with post-acne syndrome (hypotrophic scars), and evaluate patient and physician satisfaction with results of biorevitalization course.

MATERIAL AND METHODS

Thirty-nine volunteers aged 21 to 58 years were included in the study. The injections of hyaluronic acid and trehalose complex products are indicated in age-related skin changes, couperosis, rosacea, hyperpigmentation, and post-acne syndrome. The injections were performed once a month. The course consisted of 3 injections. The examination included a volunteer questionnaire, photography, 3D diagnostics, and evaluation of skin hydration and skin elasticity parameters. To assess the changes in facial skin profile in patients with post-acne syndrome (hypotrophic scars), we used an assessment scale of post-acne scars. Instrumental diagnostics and assessment of changes were performed before the treatment and 4 months after the first injection. To evaluate patient and physician satisfaction with the results of the biorevitalization course, we used the GAIS (Global Aesthetic Improvement Scale), an international scale used to objectify the results of cosmetic procedures. The evaluation was performed three times: 1 month after the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd injection procedures.

RESULTS

A treatment course using hyaluronic acid and trehalose complex product was shown to improve the skin hydration and elasticity parameters and contributed to the skin smoothing. No product-related allergic reactions were reported.

CONCLUSION

Hyaluronic acid and trehalose complex products improve skin characteristics such as hydration, elasticity, and smoothness.