Skin Boosters: What They Really Are (and Why They’re Not All the Same)
- Emalene Grove
- Jul 16
- 3 min read
Skin boosters are everywhere right now. You’ve probably heard of them, maybe even had a treatment or two. But what most people don’t realise is that not all skin boosters are created equal.
Just because a treatment sounds impressive doesn’t mean it’s doing what your skin actually needs. In fact, many clinics offer “booster” facials or injectables without explaining the difference between deep, skin-changing results and surface level hydration.
So, let’s break it down properly.
What Is a Skin Booster?
A true skin booster is designed to improve skin quality, not volume or structure.
That means:
Smoother texture
Better hydration
Improved elasticity
Brighter tone
Firmer, more resilient skin
It works beneath the surface, supporting your skin at a cellular level, not just giving it a temporary glow on top.
The 3 Types of Skin Boosters We Actually Rate
There are three main types of boosters that deliver real, visible results when used correctly.
1. HA-Based Boosters (like Profhilo or Seventy Hyal)These are made with hyaluronic acid (HA), a molecule your skin loves because it draws in water like a sponge.Expect plumper, more hydrated skin and a smoother surface. They’re great for crepey texture or dullness.
2. Polynucleotides (Vitaran)These go deeper. Think DNA fragments that help your skin repair itself. Ideal for ageing skin, scarring, inflammation or post-acne concerns. Results build with time, not just one-off sessions.
3. Exosomes (Exojuv) This is next-gen skincare. Exosomes are tiny messengers that tell your skin cells to regenerate and behave better. They support collagen, balance skin tone, and improve healing, especially when delivered with microneedling.
How It’s Delivered Matters More Than You Think
The product alone isn’t the whole story. The delivery method is just as important.
Injectables reach the deeper layers of the skin where change actually happens
Microneedling creates tiny channels for actives like exosomes to penetrate effectively
Topical serums (what you apply at home) are good support tools, but on their own they won’t deliver the same clinical results
So if you've had microneedling with a basic HA serum and been told it's a skin booster, you're not imagining it if the results didn’t blow you away.
So, Which Skin Booster Do You Need?
That depends entirely on your skin’s condition, not your skin type, and definitely not what’s trending on Instagram.
We choose your booster based on:
Whether your skin is inflamed, compromised, or well-balanced
What’s happening at a cellular level, not just what we see on the surface
Your long-term goals, like firming, healing, or simply slowing down the signs of ageing
At You., every treatment is part of a bigger plan. We don’t throw trendy names at you. We look at what your skin actually needs to transform.
Why So Many Get It Wrong
Here’s the truth: most skin booster treatments out there aren’t tailored, and they’re often delivered without a deep understanding of how the skin functions.
That’s not how we work.
We invest in the science, the education, and the delivery that turns your skin booster into a real result, not just a fancy sounding facial.
Final Word: Skin Boosters, Done Properly
You deserve more than a one-size-fits-all approach. When delivered with knowledge, intention, and the right technique, skin boosters can change the quality of your skin long term.
If you’re considering a booster, don’t ask what’s popular.
Ask:
“What’s clinically right for my skin?”
“Will this actually make a difference?”
“Is my therapist working with strategy or just following a trend?”
Want the answers? That’s what we’re here for.
Book a consultation and we’ll show you exactly what your skin needs to get results.
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