Charlie XCX joins Jennifer Aniston in the polynucleotide fan club.
Fillers are kind of over…
In a recent Q&A session with fans on her private Instagram (@360_brat), Charlie XCX was asked “Ur face looks so slay what have you done (tips pls).”
Her response:
“I get Botox and I got fillers once or twice but a while ago, but honestly I think fillers are kind of over now. I do this thing called polyneucleotides, they’re like injections in your face—kinda like deep vitamins. But I also use Dalacin and Differin for my skin too. BUT just do all your research—what’s right for me/my skin/how I feel isn’t necessarily what’s right for u etc.”
So, what are polynucleotides?
Polynucleotides are naturally occurring molecules. They are essentially chains of nucleotides, which are the building blocks of DNA. When used in aesthetic treatments, polynucleotides are typically derived from salmon or trout DNA - which is extracted from sperm - due to its similarity to human DNA. This is where the infamous "salmon sperm facial" gets it's name.
How do polynucleotides work?
Polynucleotides work by stimulating the skin's natural regenerative processes. They are a biostimulator. They kick start the production of collagen and elastin, two key proteins that give skin its structure and elasticity.
As we age, we naturally lose these two skin scaffolding proteins. Polynucleotides help to rebuild them, leading to improved skin texture, hydration, and overall rejuvenation.
What can polynucleotides treat?
Polynucleotides have loads of uses, from improving fine lines and wrinkles and skin laxity, to treating acne scars, stretch marks and sun damage. They've also shown promise in improving hair regrowth and thickness.
What happens during a polynucleotide treatment?
Polynucleotides are and injectable treatment.
You will first have the treatment area numbed with a topical numbing cream. Then the polynucleotides will be injected in tiny amounts into the area to be treated.
This results in a lizard-like appearance, as the blebs can take a few hours to be absored into the skin. Bruising is also a potential side effect.
Results can be seen gradually over time as the skin's natural regenerative processes are stimulated.
If you don't know your polynucleotides from your Profhilo, head to Glowday.com and book a consultation with a skin pro who can help.