I have naturally oily skin, so the pores in my T-zone have always been severe. Above all, once I entered my thirties, my once-round pores started becoming long and vertical. Foundation settling into them whenever I wore makeup was a given, and what annoyed me most was taking photos under bright lighting or outdoors T_T. My skin looked full of holes, and my makeup looked patchy and lifted T_T.
I already had many skin concerns, but as I got older, even my nasolabial folds became uncontrollably worse. I searched thoroughly and learned it was because of collagen loss: collagen gradually disappears. I heard that Sculptra was the safest, longest-established, and most famous collagen injection, so I received three Sculptra sessions at Able Room Clinic in Apgujeong, which is known for Sculptra.
The doctor there is a Sculptra master and ambassador. Since I heard Sculptra can cause nodules, I wanted to go somewhere truly skilled. They were indeed very skilled at reconstitution and injections. It was a place with excellent reviews. As soon as I arrived, I had Mark-Vu and 3D photographs taken for a full assessment. Unlike other places, the consultant only discussed things such as pricing; the doctor explained everything about what my face needed and how it should be treated.
Perhaps because the doctor is a board-certified plastic surgeon, they said they would first address my facial symmetry. As expected, my face was one that needed Sculptra T_T. They said it could not completely fill my sunken nasolabial folds, but that my complexion would brighten and my nasolabial area, skin texture, and pores would definitely improve. It was exactly right.
What I notice most is that my skin has become very clear and hydrated. I had many fine lines, but they all smoothed out. My pores have also changed from vertical pores back to a round shape, so foundation settles much less. The doctor honestly said pores cannot be eliminated altogether, but may become smaller as collagen builds up and elasticity improves. That is exactly my current state.
My face used to get oily but had no glow; these days, even when I apply matte foundation, it looks radiant and glossy, as if I had received skin Botox T_T. Sculptra is a little more expensive than other collagen injections, but I heard there is no injection as long-established and effective as this one. Still, because of the risk of nodules, I think it is important to have it done somewhere experienced and well known.
Anyway, I am extremely, extremely, extremely satisfied, and I want to continue this for skincare in my thirties. They say the maintenance period lasts as long as two years. End of review.