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Botox, Microneedling, Fillers, or Skin Boosters – What’s Right for You?


When it comes to non-surgical aesthetics, the options can feel confusing. You’ve probably heard friends talk about Botox, fillers, microneedling or even newer treatments like skin boosters, but how do you know which one is right for you?


At Somerset Medical Aesthetics, we believe in keeping things simple and tailored. Here’s a clear breakdown to help you understand the differences, so you can feel confident in booking a consultation.


Botox: Softening Movement Lines


Botox (botulinum toxin) is best known for reducing wrinkles caused by facial expressions: frown lines, crow’s feet, and forehead creases. It works by relaxing the tiny muscles that cause these lines to form, giving your skin a smoother, fresher appearance.


  • Best for: Frown lines, forehead creases, crow’s feet.

  • How long it lasts: Around 3–5 months.

  • Results: Natural, softened lines when done correctly, not a frozen look.


Microneedling: Improving Texture, Tone & Collagen


SkinPen is a medical-grade form of microneedling designed to stimulate your skin’s natural collagen and elastin production. Using tiny, controlled micro-channels, it triggers a repair response that helps improve skin texture, firmness, and overall clarity, without changing your facial structure or expressions.


It’s especially popular if your main concerns are skin quality rather than movement lines or volume loss.


  • Best for: Acne scarring, enlarged pores, fine lines, uneven texture, pigmentation, and overall skin dullness.

  • How long it lasts: Results build over time. Most people need a course of 3 treatments (typically spaced 4–6 weeks apart), with ongoing maintenance depending on goals.

  • Results: Smoother, clearer, stronger-looking skin with a natural glow. Improvements continue as collagen builds over the following weeks.


Good to know: SkinPen can be used on the face, neck, and décolletage — and it pairs really well with other treatments (for example, skin boosters for hydration, or Botox for expression lines).

 

Dermal Fillers: Restoring Volume


As we age, our skin naturally loses collagen, elastin, and volume. Dermal fillers, made from hyaluronic acid, replace what’s been lost, restoring structure and lift to the face. They can also enhance features like lips or chin.


  • Best for: Mid-face hollowness, sagging, marionette lines, lip definition.

  • How long it lasts: 6–18 months, depending on the area.

  • Results: A natural restoration of youthful contours.


Skin Boosters: Hydration from Within


Think of skin boosters as the ultimate “glow” treatment. Unlike fillers, they don’t add volume. Instead, they deliver deep hydration and improve overall skin quality, leaving skin plumper, smoother, and more radiant.


  • Best for: Dull, tired, or ageing skin; fine lines.

  • How long it lasts: A course of treatments with results lasting 6–12 months.

  • Results: Subtle but noticeable improvement in skin health and radiance.


How to Decide?


Ultimately, most patients benefit from a combination. For example, Botox to soften expression lines, filler to restore volume, and skin boosters to improve overall texture, but the best treatment plan is always bespoke to your needs and we can help guide you during a consultation process.


Ready to find out which treatment is right for you? Get in touch today!

 

 
 
 

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