What is SKINVIVE and how is it different from filler?

SKINVIVE by Juvéderm is the first and only FDA-approved intradermal skin booster in its class. Unlike filler, which is placed deeper to add structure or volume, a booster goes into the skin itself to hold hydration. The result is smoother, more reflective skin — not a changed shape.

How much do skin boosters cost?

SKINVIVE is $275 a vial here, against a regular price of $500. The recommended protocol is two vials two weeks apart, so a full course is $550.

How long does SKINVIVE last?

Up to twelve months for most people, which is unusually long for a hydration treatment. Results build over the first few weeks rather than appearing immediately.

Is SKINVIVE better than microneedling or a facial?

They do different jobs. Microneedling creates controlled injury to stimulate collagen. A facial works on the surface — cleansing, exfoliating, extracting. A booster places hydration into the skin directly. Many people use more than one; your provider can tell you which your skin needs first.

It's a series of small injections across the cheek, and most people find it very tolerable. Topical numbing is available. You may have small bumps at the injection points for a few hours afterwards.

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Skin Boosters

SkinVive by Juvéderm

Not filler — hydration. SkinVive is micro-injected just beneath the skin's surface to deeply hydrate from within, improving texture, glow, smoothness, and elasticity without changing your facial structure.

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SkinVive Boosters

$275

Reg. $500 · 2 vials 2 weeks apart recommended · lasts up to 12 months

SKINVIVE by Juvéderm is the first and only FDA-approved intradermal skin booster in its class — one of the most exciting advances in injectable skin health. It's an ideal option for clients who want a refreshed, luminous complexion without the downtime of microneedling, chemical peels, or lasers. The recommended protocol is 2 vials administered 2 weeks apart, best suited for the cheeks, and beautifully combined with other treatments for a full skin rejuvenation plan.

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SkinVive by Juvéderm

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Hydration, not volume

Skin boosters are injectable hydration. Rather than shaping or filling, SKINVIVE places hyaluronic acid into the skin itself, where it holds water and improves smoothness, bounce and the way light reflects off the cheek. Nothing about your face's shape changes.

It's the right treatment for someone whose skin looks tired, flat or crepey but who doesn't need volume. It pairs naturally with neurotoxin, which handles lines of movement while the booster handles skin quality.

This one is a protocol rather than a single appointment. Two vials two weeks apart is the recommended start, and results build from there.

Recommended protocol
2 vials, 2 weeks apart, best suited to the cheeks.
Results appear
Gradually over 2–4 weeks as hydration builds.
Typically lasts
Up to 12 months.
Downtime
Small bumps at injection points for a few hours; occasional light bruising.
What it does not do
It won't add volume, lift, or relax lines of expression.
Pairs well with
Neurotoxin, and any facial on our menu.

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Skin Boosters — Your Questions, Answered

What is SKINVIVE and how is it different from filler?: SKINVIVE by Juvéderm is the first and only FDA-approved intradermal skin booster in its class. Unlike filler, which is placed deeper to add structure or volume, a booster goes into the skin itself to hold hydration. The result is smoother, more reflective skin — not a changed shape.
How much do skin boosters cost?: SKINVIVE is $275 a vial here, against a regular price of $500. The recommended protocol is two vials two weeks apart, so a full course is $550.
How long does SKINVIVE last?: Up to twelve months for most people, which is unusually long for a hydration treatment. Results build over the first few weeks rather than appearing immediately.
Is SKINVIVE better than microneedling or a facial?: They do different jobs. Microneedling creates controlled injury to stimulate collagen. A facial works on the surface — cleansing, exfoliating, extracting. A booster places hydration into the skin directly. Many people use more than one; your provider can tell you which your skin needs first.
Does it hurt?: It's a series of small injections across the cheek, and most people find it very tolerable. Topical numbing is available. You may have small bumps at the injection points for a few hours afterwards.

Written and medically reviewed

Written by Leyla Guzman, Certified Injector and Founder & Head Injector. Medically reviewed by Dr. Daniel Olivero, M.D., Medical Director.

Last reviewed October 29, 2026. This page is general information about treatments we offer, not medical advice for your particular case — that comes from your consultation and good faith exam.

A $500 treatment minimum applies on Fridays and Saturdays — add on treatments to make the most of your visit. The minimum does not apply to waxing or facial services.

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