Skin Boosters

Natural, radiant and glowing skin needs to be hydrated and nourished. Unlike traditional skincare products that need to be applied to the skin’s surface to provide hydration and which are then washed away, skin boosters are designed to be placed just under the skin, hydrating from within in order to increase the skin’s smoothness, elasticity and firmness. With skin boosters, acne-scarred or photo-damaged skin can be hydrated from the inside while gradually improving its quality, leaving your skin looking fresh and invigorated.

Frequently asked questions

How do Skin Boosters work?

Skin boosters contain Hyaluronic acid (HA), which is a naturally occurring substance found in our skin, but which our body loses the ability to produce as we age. HA has a remarkable ability to retain water, therefore dramatically improving the hydration of the skin. This deep hydration supports your skin’s own collagen and elastin to provide an overall improvement in your skin’s appearance to reveal a natural, healthy glow.

What can I expect?

The procedure involves a series of low volume micro-injections of HA just under the skin’s surface of the affected area. A topical anaesthetic is applied prior to the procedure and the product also contains local anaesthetic to minimise discomfort.

Commonly treated areas:

Full Face
Lips
Neck
Décolleté
Hands
Any sun exposed areas

A difference will be visible immediately, but it is suggested that a few sessions take place over an extended period – usually 4 weeks apart.

Slight redness or minor bruising can be expected around the treated area. Excessive sun or extreme cold should be avoided until the redness has disappeared.

Have more questions or want to book a consultation?

Dr. Leon Ehlers

Aesthetic Medicine & Aesthetic Gynecology

Dr. Leon Ehlers graduated from the University of Pretoria with the degree MBChB in 1982. After his time in the South African National Defence Force, he started his own medical practice in 1985 in Sunnyridge on the East Rand of Johannesburg. Over the subsequent 19 years he built up a large and successful medical suite where his scope of practice involved general medicine, obstetrics & gynaecology and general surgery including mammoplasty, ENT as well as abdominal surgery.

In 1995 he was considered a pioneer in the field of Sexology and co-ordinated in the Institute of Sexology in Pretoria Hospital’s Urology Department.

In 2004 Dr. Leon sought after a change in pace and a different quality of life and made the decision to move to Umhlanga Rocks. It was considered a massive endeavour to pack up and start up a new practice in a different province after having established such a large medical suite. However, he rose to the challenge and carried out his vision to create a family practice that placed particular emphasis on male and female executive health, and to incorporate general and gynaecological aesthetics as well as anti-aging medicine to provide holistic patient wellness.

In late 2017 he was also involved with establishing The Institute of Aesthetic Options where he currently acts as a consultant, educator and trainer for facial aesthetics and sexual health.

Dr. Leon has over 20 years of experience with aesthetic & anti-aging medicine and frequently hosts educational and training seminars at Aesthetic Options where some of South Africa’s most recognisable and accomplished aesthetic practioners have come together to share knowledge and skills in order to provide our clients with highest quality, science-based aesthetic medicine practices.

Training & Accomplishments:

MBChB (Pretoria)
Diploma in Aesthetic Medicine (American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine)
Certification in Invasive & Non-Invasive Aesthetic Gynaecology
Certifications in Functional, Integrative & Anti-aging Medicine
Master Class in Facial Anatomy
Master Class in Sexology
Master Class in Neurotoxins (Botox® and Dysport®)
Master Class in Facial & Body Fillers
Master Class in Facial & Body Thread Lifting

Professional Memberships:

South African Medical Association (SAMA)
American Academy of Aesthetic & Anti-aging Medicine
South African Aesthetic & Anti-aging Medicine
European Society of Aesthetic Gynaecology
South African Occupational Health Society