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Restylane Types: What Are the Differences?

Kristina Cadwell  
February 8, 2022  

Dermal fillers are the go-to procedure for people who want to reduce aging signs or augment features in the lower part of the face.

The most popular fillers are based on hyaluronic acid, a sugar compound in the body whose concentration depletes over time, causing our skin to wrinkle and sag. The right amount of hyaluronic acid injected into the treatment area can add volume to the skin, refine facial features, fix asymmetries, and smooth moderate to severe wrinkles and folds.

Restylane is the first hyaluronic acid-based filler approved by the FDA, and one of the most popular fillers on the market. The brand includes products designed for specific facial areas and hands.

This article explains the intended use for each Restylane product, how long it lasts, and how it differs from other Restylane products.

Restylane types and their differences

Restylane Types

All types of Restylane fillers are gel injectables based on hyaluronic acid. Each type has the same concentration of 20 mg/mL hyaluronic acid and 0.3% lidocaine to numb the pain and discomfort from the injection.

However, each product differs in flexibility, firmness, and particle size. The difference in consistency indicates its different use.

The following table shows how Restylane products differ based on their FDA-approved uses.

Restylane TypeFDA-Approved Uses
Restylane-L Used for correcting moderate to severe wrinkles and folds such as nasolabial folds, lip augmentation, and reducing perioral lines.
Restylane SilkUsed for adding volume to lips and smoothing the perioral lines.
Restylane KysseUsed for adding volume to lips and smoothing wrinkles above the upper lip.
Restylane RefyneUsed for correcting moderate to severe wrinkles and folds.
Restylane DefyneUsed for correcting deeper lines and wrinkles.
Restylane LyftUsed for correcting moderate to severe wrinkles and folds, cheek augmentation, and adding volume to the back of the hands.
Restylane ContourUsed for cheek augmentation and restoring volume in the midface area.

Restylane-L

Restylane-L is a hyaluronic acid filler and has larger gel particles designed to lift and add volume to hollow facial areas. It is approved for:

  • The correction of moderate to severe wrinkles and folds, such as nasolabial folds.
  • Adding volume to lips.
  • Smoothing of perioral lines (wrinkles around the mouth).

The effects of Restylane-L typically last about six months.

At Vibrant Skin Bar, Restylane-L costs $625 per syringe.

Restylane Silk

Restylane Silk has smaller, smoother gel particles and is suitable for volumizing and adding definition to lips. It is the first FDA-approved lip filler designed for lip augmentation and smoothing the perioral lines.

The effects of Restylane Silk typically last about six months.

At Vibrant Skin Bar, Restylane Silk costs $625 per syringe.

Restylane Kysse

Restylane Kysse is a firm and flexible gel with larger gel particles, requiring less material for injection than other Restylane products. It is suitable for lip volumizing and correcting the wrinkles around the upper lip.

The effects of Restylane Kysse last up to one year.

At Vibrant Skin Bar, Restylane Kiss costs $649 per syringe.

Restylane Refyne

Restylane Refyne is an HA-based gel with smaller gel particles designed to treat moderate to severe wrinkles and folds, such as nasolabial folds and smile lines. It provides greater flexibility to facial features and helps restore a natural, rejuvenated look.

The effects of Restylane Refyne last up to one year.

At Vibrant Skin Bar, Restylane Refyne costs $649 per syringe.

Restylane Defyne

Restylane Defyne is an HA-based gel with larger particles. It is indicated for the correction of deep wrinkles and folds and chin augmentation to improve the chin profile.

The effects of Restylane Defyne last up to one year.

At Vibrant Skin Bar, Restylane Defyne costs $649 per syringe.

Restylane Lyft

Restylane Lyft consists of larger HA gel particles. It is indicated for:

  • The correction of moderate to severe wrinkles and folds.
  • Cheek augmentation.
  • Improvement of midface contours.
  • Adding volume to the back of the hands.

The effects of Restylane Lyft for facial features last up to one year, while the effects for hand treatments last up to six months.

At Vibrant Skin Bar, Restylane Lyft costs $749 per syringe.

Restylane Contour

Restylane Contour is a flexible HA-gel injectable with high lifting capacity. It is indicated for cheek augmentation and restoring volume in the midface area.

The effects of Restylane Contour last up to one year.


Note: Learn the difference between Restylane-L and Restylane-Lyft - two popular types of Restylane product.


Conclusion

Restylane is the first FDA-approved HA-based dermal filler designed to minimize the signs of aging while maintaining the patient’s natural look.


Note: Read our articles to find out how Restylane differs from Juvéderm products and how Restylane differs from Botox.


If you’re ready to try Restylane, find an experienced medical provider who’ll choose the best type of Restylane filler for your beauty concern and help you achieve your desired look.

To get dermal fillers in Phoenix, stop by at Vibrant Skin Bar!

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Kristina Cadwell
PA Kristina Cadwell graduated from Arizona State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. She then completed the Physician Assistant program at A.T. Still University graduating with a Masters of Medical Science degree. Kristina has been working in the Aesthetic Medical field for over 10 years. She is certified in neurotoxin cosmetic injection, dermal fillers, Plasma Pen skin tightening, chemical peels, and laser therapy. She is known for producing natural results and has extensive knowledge in diet and exercise allowing her to help you achieve vibrant skin from the inside out.
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