If you’ve been researching anti-ageing injectables, you’ve likely come across Ellansé a unique collagen-stimulating filler known for its long-lasting and natural-looking results. Unlike traditional hyaluronic acid fillers, which simply add volume, Ellansé actively encourages your skin to produce new collagen for months after treatment.
But one of the most common questions people ask before booking a consultation is: “Where exactly can Ellansé be injected?”
In this guide, we’ll explore the most common treatment areas, what each one can achieve, and how Ellansé differs from other fillers in each zone. Whether you’re looking to lift, contour, or restore volume, understanding where Ellansé works best will help you make an informed choice.
A Quick Refresher: How Ellansé Works
Before we dive into the treatment areas, let’s briefly revisit what makes Ellansé different.
Ellansé is a biostimulatory filler which means it doesn’t just fill lines or hollows. It rebuilds your skin from within by stimulating collagen production. Its main ingredient, polycaprolactone (PCL) microspheres, is suspended in a smooth gel carrier.
When injected, the gel provides immediate volume, while the microspheres encourage your skin to create fresh collagen over the next few months. This dual action provides both instant and long-term rejuvenation.
The result? Skin that feels firmer, smoother, and naturally lifted without the “overfilled” look sometimes associated with traditional fillers.
At LMA Clinic, we use Ellansé strategically to restore youthful contours while enhancing your natural facial harmony.
Why Treatment Area Matters
Each part of your face and body ages differently. Some areas lose fat, others experience bone resorption, and others show fine lines from constant movement.
Because of this, every area requires a different approach when it comes to filler placement, depth, and volume. Ellansé is versatile enough to adapt to multiple zones but it’s important to use it where its collagen-boosting benefits will make the most impact.
Now, let’s look at where Ellansé can safely and effectively be used.
1. Cheeks Restoring Mid-Face Volume and Lift
The cheeks are one of the most popular areas for Ellansé injections and for good reason.
As you age, your cheeks naturally lose fat and bone density, causing the mid-face to flatten and sag. This can make the face appear tired, even when you’re well-rested.
Ellansé restores lost volume in the cheeks while subtly lifting the lower face. The collagen stimulation it triggers continues to improve contour and firmness over time, creating a youthful, sculpted look.
What it achieves:
– Fuller, lifted cheeks
– Improved facial balance
– Softer nasolabial folds (smile lines)
Why Ellansé works well here:
The mid-face benefits significantly from structural support and collagen restoration two things Ellansé delivers beautifully.
2. Jawline Defining and Tightening
A well-defined jawline is one of the hallmarks of a youthful, balanced face. Over time, however, the jawline can lose definition due to skin laxity and volume loss in the lower face.
Ellansé adds structure and firmness along the jawline, enhancing contours while tightening the skin through collagen renewal.
What it achieves:
– Sharper jawline definition
– Subtle lifting of jowls
– A smoother transition between the face and neck
Why Ellansé works well here:
It provides a strong framework that not only restores lost structure but also improves skin texture over time. This makes it particularly effective for those with early signs of sagging.
3. Temples Replenishing Hollowing
The temples are often overlooked but play a crucial role in overall facial balance. As we age, volume loss in this area can cause a sunken appearance and even make the eyes look tired.
Ellansé restores gentle volume to the temples, smoothing the transition between the forehead, brow, and cheek.
What it achieves:
– Fills temple hollows
– Softens the upper-face contour
– Creates a refreshed, youthful appearance
Why Ellansé works well here:
Because it stimulates collagen, Ellansé ensures the results blend naturally with surrounding tissues, preventing the “overfilled” or puffy look sometimes seen with other fillers.
4. Nasolabial Folds Softening Smile Lines
The nasolabial folds, or smile lines, run from the sides of your nose to the corners of your mouth. These deepen with age as skin loses elasticity and volume shifts downward.
Ellansé can be used to soften these lines without making the face look stiff or unnatural.
What it achieves:
– Smooths deep smile lines
– Restores mid-face balance
– Creates a youthful, refreshed expression
Why Ellansé works well here:
It integrates naturally with the skin, providing gentle volume while encouraging long-term collagen renewal.
5. Marionette Lines Lifting Downturned Corners
Marionette lines the creases that run from the mouth corners down towards the chin are another common ageing concern.
They can make your expression appear sad or tired even when you feel fine.
Ellansé restores volume and firmness in this area, subtly lifting the mouth corners for a more positive, refreshed expression.
What it achieves:
– Reduces shadows around the mouth
– Lifts the lower face
– Smooths the jawline transition
Why Ellansé works well here:
Unlike softer fillers, Ellansé provides durable structural support, making it perfect for lifting deeper lines.
6. Chin Contouring and Projection
A well-proportioned chin helps define the lower face and create balance with your features. Some people are born with a naturally weak chin, while others lose definition due to ageing.
Ellansé adds subtle projection and shape to the chin, improving symmetry and strengthening the overall facial profile.
What it achieves:
– Defines the lower face contour
– Balances the nose and jawline proportion
– Enhances harmony from profile and front view
Why Ellansé works well here:
Its dense yet smooth texture provides durable structure without stiffness, giving natural-looking projection that lasts.
7. Jawline and Chin Together Sculpting the V-Shape
For those seeking a more sculpted, youthful “V-shaped” facial contour, combining jawline and chin treatments with Ellansé delivers remarkable results.
This combination not only tightens and defines but also adds lift, improving the overall facial balance.
What it achieves:
– Sleeker, more defined profile
– Lifted jowl area
– Balanced proportions across the lower face
Why Ellansé works well here:
The filler’s collagen-stimulating nature provides long-term support, maintaining firmness and shape even after the gel carrier has been absorbed.
8. Hands Rejuvenation and Firmness
Your hands can often reveal age even when your face looks youthful. Over time, veins, tendons, and bones become more visible due to collagen and fat loss.
Ellansé is a powerful treatment for hand rejuvenation, restoring plumpness and improving skin quality.
What it achieves:
– Reduces visible veins and tendons
– Improves skin texture and hydration
– Creates smoother, younger-looking hands
Why Ellansé works well here:
Unlike traditional fillers, Ellansé rebuilds collagen, providing lasting improvement in skin density and tone not just temporary volume.
9. Chin-to-Jawline Contouring Harmony and Lift
Some patients benefit from a combined approach targeting the chin-to-jawline connection.
This helps create a smooth, continuous contour while tightening sagging tissues.
What it achieves:
– Harmonised lower-face profile
– Improved firmness and lift
– Long-lasting definition
Why Ellansé works well here:
By rebuilding collagen in deeper layers, Ellansé offers a structural lift that evolves naturally over time.
10. Lower Face Rejuvenation (Comprehensive Approach)
Ageing doesn’t affect just one area the lower face as a whole tends to lose definition and elasticity.
Using Ellansé across the jawline, chin, marionette lines, and nasolabial folds provides a cohesive, balanced rejuvenation.
What it achieves:
– Overall facial lift
– Improved contour and symmetry
– Firmer, smoother skin texture
Why Ellansé works well here:
It acts like a collagen “architect,” reinforcing the skin’s natural structure while maintaining softness and mobility.
11. Mid-Face Rejuvenation Restoring Volume Holistically
The mid-face region including the cheeks, nasolabial folds, and temples plays a major role in facial youthfulness.
As fat pads shift and skin loses collagen, the area flattens, deepening folds and hollows.
Ellansé restores a youthful curve to the mid-face while tightening the overlying skin, offering a subtle, lifted appearance that develops gradually.
What it achieves:
– Restores natural contours
– Smooths transition between lower and upper face
– Softens folds and fine lines
Why Ellansé works well here:
It rejuvenates the foundation layer of the skin, promoting structural integrity rather than just superficial plumping.
Areas Where Ellansé Is Not Typically Used
While Ellansé is highly versatile, there are a few areas where it’s not recommended:
Lips: The lips require highly flexible fillers to maintain natural movement, making hyaluronic acid fillers a better choice.
Tear Troughs: The under-eye area is delicate and thin; Ellansé’s texture is too firm for this region.
Forehead Lines: Dynamic wrinkles caused by muscle movement respond better to Botox or softer fillers.
Your practitioner will always assess which filler type best suits each treatment area for optimal results and safety.
Combination Treatments
Ellansé can be combined with other non-surgical treatments for comprehensive rejuvenation.
Botox: To smooth dynamic wrinkles in areas like the forehead or crow’s feet.
Skin boosters: For added hydration and glow.
Energy-based treatments (like HIFU or radiofrequency): To tighten the skin further and enhance lift.
Combining treatments allows for both surface refinement and deep structural rejuvenation, producing a balanced, natural-looking outcome.
The Treatment Process
At LMA Clinic, every Ellansé treatment begins with a detailed consultation.
Assessment: Your practitioner examines your facial structure and identifies areas where volume or collagen support would create the best result.
Preparation: A topical anaesthetic is applied for comfort.
Injection: Ellansé is precisely placed using a fine needle or cannula to ensure smooth distribution.
Aftercare: You’ll receive personalised post-treatment guidance to support optimal collagen stimulation.
The procedure usually takes 30–45 minutes, and most people return to their normal routine immediately afterwards.
Results Timeline
You’ll notice some improvement immediately due to the gel carrier’s volumising effect. However, the most exciting results develop gradually over the next few months as your skin produces new collagen.
Typical timeline:
– Immediately: Noticeable lift and volume.
– 4–8 weeks: Collagen production begins, improving firmness.
– 3–6 months: Skin appears smoother, tighter, and more youthful.
Results can last 1–4 years, depending on which version of Ellansé is used.
Why Ellansé Feels Natural
Unlike hyaluronic acid fillers that may feel slightly soft or gel-like under the skin, Ellansé integrates with your tissue and rebuilds your skin’s own structure.
Because the rejuvenation comes from within, the skin looks and feels completely natural no lumpiness, no puffiness, and no “filler face.”
Patients often report that their face simply looks fresher and firmer, without anyone noticing they’ve had treatment.
Safety and Expertise
While Ellansé is FDA-approved and clinically proven safe, results depend heavily on the injector’s skill.
At LMA Clinic, treatments are performed by medical professionals with advanced training in facial anatomy. This ensures Ellansé is placed at the correct depth and in the right areas to create balanced, harmonious results.
Your comfort and safety always come first from consultation to aftercare.
FAQs About Ellansé:
1. How long does Ellansé last?
Ellansé longevity depends on the specific version used, but most patients enjoy results for 1–4 years. Unlike temporary fillers, Ellansé stimulates collagen production, which means the improvements evolve gradually and naturally, maintaining your facial contours even after the gel carrier is absorbed.
2. Is Ellansé suitable for first-time filler patients?
Absolutely. Ellansé is suitable for both first-time and experienced filler patients. Your practitioner will assess your facial anatomy and goals, tailoring the treatment to give a natural lift and volume without overfilling.
3. Does the treatment hurt?
Most patients report minimal discomfort because a topical anaesthetic is applied beforehand. The injection process is precise and quick, so any discomfort is brief. Afterwards, you may notice slight redness or swelling, which often resolves within a day or two, depending on your skin’s response.
4. Can Ellansé be combined with other treatments?
Yes. Ellansé works well alongside treatments like Botox, skin boosters, and energy-based therapies such as HIFU. Combining approaches allows you to address dynamic wrinkles, hydration, and skin tightening, creating a balanced and natural-looking rejuvenation.
5. How soon will I see results?
You’ll notice some lift immediately from the gel carrier. The most exciting results develop over the next few months as your skin produces collagen, gradually enhancing firmness, texture, and contour for a natural and youthful appearance.
6. Are there any areas Ellansé shouldn’t be used?
Ellansé isn’t recommended for lips, tear troughs, or forehead lines. These areas require softer, more flexible fillers or other treatments like Botox to maintain natural movement and prevent uneven results.
7. How safe is Ellansé?
Ellansé is FDA-approved and clinically proven to be safe when injected by a qualified professional. Complications are rare, and careful placement ensures long-lasting, natural-looking results while minimising risks.
8. Will my face look unnatural after treatment?
No. Because Ellansé stimulates your own collagen and integrates smoothly into your tissue, your face retains its natural shape and expressions. Most people notice a fresher, firmer appearance without anyone realizing you’ve had filler.
9. How long is the recovery period?
Recovery is minimal. Most patients can return to daily activities immediately, though you may experience slight redness or swelling for a day or two, depending on your skin’s response. Following your practitioner’s aftercare guidance helps optimise both results and comfort.
10. Can Ellansé help with overall facial rejuvenation?
Yes. By targeting multiple areas like the cheeks, jawline, chin, and hands, Ellansé offers comprehensive rejuvenation. It restores volume, improves contour, and strengthens your skin’s structure over time, giving a youthful, balanced look that evolves naturally.
Final Thoughts: Why Ellansé Stands Out for Lasting, Natural Results
Ellansé isn’t just about instant volume it’s a collagen-stimulating treatment that works with your skin to restore structure, firmness, and elasticity over time. The results develop gradually, so you get a natural, refreshed appearance that lasts for years rather than just months.
Whether your goal is to smooth wrinkles, lift sagging areas, or restore youthful volume to your cheeks, jawline, or hands, Ellansé delivers subtle yet transformative rejuvenation. At the London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic, our skilled practitioners tailor every Ellansé treatment to your facial anatomy and long-term goals, ensuring balanced, harmonious results.
If you’re considering Ellansé treatment, you can contact us at the London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic to discuss your personalised plan and discover the most effective approach to restoring natural volume, stimulating collagen, and achieving long-lasting, youthful results. Learn more about Ellansé and how it can help you achieve your facial rejuvenation goals.
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