The vocabulary in aesthetic medicine
Dictionary of terms used in aesthetic medicine
During your consultations at our aesthetic medicine centre in the Paris region, it is common to hear specific vocabulary. This glossary has been created to help you better understand the aesthetic techniques offered.
Naturally present in the body, hyaluronic acid hydrates and maintains skin firmness. In Paris, hyaluronic acid injections are commonly used to fill wrinkles and restore facial volume.
Collagen is an essential protein for the strength and firmness of skin tissues. Aesthetic treatments offered in Paris aim to stimulate its natural production, particularly through radiofrequency or microneedling.
Protein responsible for the skin's elasticity. Its decrease leads to skin laxity. Anti-ageing treatments in Paris help to stimulate its production, providing a long-lasting tightening effect.
Micro-needling is a skin stimulation technique that uses fine needles. Performed at our aesthetic centre in Paris, it enhances skin texture, reduces scars, and tightens pores.
Non-invasive technique that heats the dermis to stimulate collagen. In Paris, radiofrequency is used for skin tightening and wrinkle treatment without surgery.
Hyaluronic acid injections are offered at our centre in Paris to smooth out expression lines while maintaining a natural appearance.
Peeling is a controlled exfoliation of the skin aimed at enhancing its radiance, treating acne and pigmentation spots. It is available in superficial, medium, or deep versions depending on the needs.
Localized fat reduction treatment through cold. In Paris, cryolipolysis is used to sculpt the silhouette without surgical intervention.
Technology that targets the deeper layers of the skin for a natural lifting effect. This non-invasive solution is particularly suited to addressing sagging in the face and neck.
LED light therapy used to stimulate cell regeneration. Widely utilised in Paris for sensitive skin, acne treatments, or anti-ageing.
Micro-injections of hyaluronic acid and vitamins into the dermis. This technique is ideal in Paris for revitalising the complexion and deeply rehydrating the skin.
An alternative to facelifts, thread lifting allows for the repositioning of slack tissues. In Paris, this treatment is often performed without general anaesthesia for a natural result.
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) treatment or laser used to correct pigment spots, redness and improve skin radiance.
The laser enables the fragmentation of ink pigments for their gradual removal. In Paris, multiple sessions are necessary depending on the colours and depth of the tattoo.
Micro-injections to stimulate hair growth. Ideal for preventing hair loss or for strengthening weakened hair.
Trichloroacetic acid peels for the treatment of wrinkles and deep blemishes. Conducted under medical supervision at our aesthetic centre in Paris.
Used in superficial peels to smooth the skin and revive the complexion's radiance. Recommended in Paris for dull and blemish-prone skin.
These acids are often used to treat hyperpigmentation, acne, and to improve skin tone uniformity. They are offered as gentle treatments in Paris for sensitive skin.