ABOUT THE TREATMENT
Sculptra and Radiesse are biostimulators. Instead of simply filling, they encourage your skin to build its own collagen, so volume and firmness return gradually over time.
At The Real Skin Medical Center, we use biostimulators for clients noticing overall volume loss, softening structure, or skin that looks thinner and less firm than it used to. Sculptra works slowly and subtly over a series of sessions, which makes it ideal for full face rejuvenation. Radiesse offers some immediate support along with collagen stimulation, which is helpful for the jawline, cheeks, and hands. We choose the right product, or combination, based on your anatomy and goals.
TREATMENT DETAILS
BEST FOR
Overall volume loss, skin laxity, loss of definition, and collagen depletion
TREATMENT TIME
About 30 to 45 minutes
DOWNTIME
Mild swelling or bruising for a few days
RESULTS
Gradual improvement in volume, firmness, and skin quality over several months
RESULTS DURATION
Gradual improvement in volume, firmness, and skin quality over several months
BRANDS OFFERED
Sculptra® • Radiesse®
DESIGNED FOR YOUR CONCERNS
Structure and Volume, Rebuilt Gradually
01
Cheeks and Temples
Restore lost volume and soft structure for a fresher, more balanced look.
02
Jawline and Chin
Rebuild definition along the lower face where structure has started to soften.
03
Overall Skin Firmness
Encourage new collagen across the face for skin that looks thicker, firmer, and healthier.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Your Sculptra Appointment
Every appointment is thoughtful and designed to respect your time. Most visits take under 30 up to 60 minutes from check-in to checkout.
01
Consultation
We review your goals and facial structure to decide whether Sculptra, Radiesse, or a combination is right for you.
02
Treatment Plan
Your provider maps the treatment areas and outlines how many sessions to expect for your goals.
03
Treatment
The product is placed with fine needles or a cannula, with numbing for comfort.
04
Aftercare
You receive massage and aftercare guidance, and we schedule your next session to build results gradually.
RECOVERY + RESULTS
After Your Appointment
Most clients return to their normal routine the same day. Mild swelling, tenderness, or bruising can last a few days. After Sculptra, we recommend massaging the treated areas for five minutes, five times a day, for five days to help the product settle evenly.
Sculptra results appear slowly over two to three months as collagen builds, and most plans include two to three sessions spaced four to six weeks apart. Radiesse provides some lift right away, with continued improvement over the following months. Your provider will plan maintenance based on how your skin responds.
PATIENT RESULTS
BEFORE
AFTER
Cheek Volume
BEFORE
AFTER
Midface Support
Individual results vary. Photos are for illustrative purposes.
THE REAL SKIN APPROACH
Treatment Built
Around You.
Restoring volume should never look overfilled. At The Real Skin, we use biostimulators to rebuild what time has softened, gradually and with restraint, so you look like yourself with more structure and support. We are honest about what Sculptra and Radiesse can and cannot do, and if filler, PDO threads, or XERF would serve your goals better, we will tell you.
Our Costa Mesa studio on Adams Avenue is an easy drive from the 405 and 55 freeways, and we welcome Sculptra and Radiesse clients from Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, Irvine, Tustin, Fountain Valley, Santa Ana, and across Orange County.
Meet Paveena
MEDICAL DIRECTOR & FOUNDER
THE REAL SKIN MEDICAL CENTER
With over eight years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner, Paveena brings a strong clinical foundation into her work in aesthetics.
She began her career in urgent care, where she worked in high-pressure environments that required precision, attention to detail, and the ability to truly listen. Those experiences continue to shape how she approaches every client today.
In 2018, she transitioned into aesthetic medicine with a more personal perspective, one that values understanding each individual and creating a thoughtful experience from start to finish.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What are biostimulators like Sculptra and Radiesse?
Biostimulators are injectable treatments that encourage your skin to make its own collagen. Sculptra uses poly L lactic acid and Radiesse uses calcium hydroxylapatite. Both restore volume and firmness gradually rather than simply filling an area.
What is the difference between Sculptra and Radiesse?
Sculptra works slowly over a series of sessions and is often used for full face volume. Radiesse gives some immediate support along with collagen stimulation, which makes it helpful for the jawline, cheeks, and hands. Some clients benefit from both.
How much does Sculptra cost in Costa Mesa?
Pricing depends on the number of vials and sessions your plan requires. We share exact pricing during your consultation, and monthly financing options are available.
How many Sculptra sessions will I need?
Most clients need two to three sessions spaced four to six weeks apart. Your provider will recommend a plan based on your volume loss and goals.
How long do Sculptra and Radiesse last?
Sculptra results can last up to two years, and Radiesse typically lasts about 12 to 18 months. Your skin continues to age naturally, so many clients plan maintenance over time.
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Monday - Sunday 10am- 7pm
Open By Appointment Only
Address & Info
1565 Adams Ave #12
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Poke@TheRealSkin.co
714-869-1121
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