Restylane Contour

It’s approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for cheek augmentation, a procedure having a major moment as of late—cheek filler searches increased by 218% between 2018 and 2020 (this, according to Galderma, the makers of the Restylane family of fillers). On RealSelf, dermal fillers were among the most discussed procedures by consumers and providers in 2020. “Cheeks are the cornerstone of the face, and focusing on natural contour and not just volume loss can result in a dynamic expression that amplifies their natural beauty,” says Dr. Leslie Baumann, a board-certified dermatologist in Miami and a lead investigator in the clinical trial of Restylane Contour. “Hyaluronic acid levels in the skin diminish as we age, causing the face to lose shape while increasing the likelihood that wrinkles and folds will appear.”