Facial harmonisation through aesthetic medicine treatments is one of the most sought-after procedures among patients today, thanks to its excellent results without the need for invasive procedures or surgery.
In this article, we explain what facial harmonisation is and explore the main treatments available.
What is facial harmonisation?
There are many ways to define facial harmonisation. At Clínica Planas, we believe that it is primarily about bringing a subtle artistic touch to our patients’ faces; not to change them, but to enhance their natural beauty. Facial harmonisation allows us to bring brightness and balanced proportions to the face, which have been mathematically associated with beauty.
When discussing facial beauty, we must consider the three central thirds of the face:
- From the forehead to the area between the eyebrows
- From the area between the eyebrows to the point beneath the nose
- From the point beneath the nose to the chin
To achieve facial harmony, these three distances should be equal, as should the five horizontal sections of the face, which are related to the width of the eyes.
When should facial harmonisation be considered?
In many cases, whether due to differences in bone structure or facial fat distribution, facial proportions may lack harmony. The brain can interpret these imbalances as making a face less beautiful or attractive.
In other words, it is not so much about whether someone is attractive, but rather how the human eye perceives beauty, which is generally associated with symmetry and balanced proportions.
As we will explore later in this article, facial harmonisation can be achieved in several ways:
- With hyaluronic acid injections
- With neuromodulators
- With skin-tightening treatments such as FaceTite, Morpheus or the innovative HIFU technology
Benefits of facial harmonisation
Aesthetic benefits
The main benefit of facial harmonisation is related to how patients perceive themselves. Seeing themselves with more balanced features and feeling more attractive can trigger positive neuroendocrine responses. For example, patients may experience improved self-esteem, greater motivation, reduced depressive symptoms and more positive interactions with those around them.
Natural-looking results
As mentioned earlier, facial harmonisation is never intended to transform the face, but rather to enhance its natural beauty by improving harmony and symmetry.
For this reason, much of the success of this treatment is measured by how natural the results look; helping patients look better without making it obvious that they have undergone an aesthetic procedure.
Minimally invasive treatments
Most facial harmonisation treatments are minimally invasive. This means that they are gentle procedures, performed in the clinic and generally require no recovery time. As a result, patients can enjoy greater comfort and return to their usual work and social activities almost immediately.
How long does facial harmonisation last?
The duration of facial harmonisation results depends on several factors:
- Skin type
- Where the product is injected
- The patient’s muscle strength
- Other individual factors
Some treatments have a shorter duration, such as neuromodulators, which typically last between four and six months. Others provide longer-lasting results, such as hyaluronic acid injections, which can last between 18 months and two years.
In the latter case, if the patient follows an appropriate skincare routine under medical guidance, the results may last up to five or six years.
How can facial harmonisation be achieved?
The key is to carry out a comprehensive, personalised assessment. It is essential to analyse the patient’s skin type, facial proportions and individual needs, whether these relate to bone structure or fat distribution, as well as how their facial muscles move.
Based on this assessment, we create a personalised facial map and focus on the key areas needed to achieve appropriate symmetry and proportions.
These are some of the most popular treatments currently used to enhance facial harmony:
Facial fillers
Hyaluronic acid is one of the leading products used to harmonise and rejuvenate the face. When applied correctly, it restores volume where needed, enhancing facial beauty while achieving natural-looking results. It is also a biocompatible and biodegradable substance, making it a safe treatment option.
FaceTite
FaceTite is a facial contouring treatment that uses radiofrequency-assisted lipolysis to remove excess fat while promoting greater skin contraction and tightening.
It is a minimally invasive treatment that provides visible results from the first session without leaving scars.
Morpheus
Morpheus is a device that uses microneedles to penetrate the subdermal tissue and achieve greater skin tightening.
The treatment generally involves three sessions per year, performed in the clinic without the need for recovery time, with a minimum interval of five weeks between sessions.
Laser treatments
Laser technology offers a wide range of treatments that can help improve skin appearance and rejuvenate the face.
Choosing the most suitable option depends on a medical assessment, which takes into account several factors, including the degree of skin laxity, skin quality and whether pigmentation concerns also need to be addressed.
Some of these treatments include:
HIFU treatment
HIFU technology uses high-intensity focused ultrasound to target the deeper layers of the skin and the SMAS (superficial musculoaponeurotic system).
This produces a significant skin-tightening effect, creating a lifting effect without surgery:
- Tightens the skin
- Defines the jawline
- Improves facial harmony
For this treatment, between one and three sessions per year are recommended, with a minimum interval of four months between sessions.
RECOMMENDED TREATMENTS
Facial fillers
Facial fillers have become an excellent way to restore a youthful appearance, smoothing wrinkles, improving skin elasticity and defining facial features.
Expression lines
A safe, simple and non-invasive technique that helps achieve a more youthful and relaxed appearance by treating deep expression lines.
HIFU treatment
With our HIFU treatment, you can achieve the desired lifting effect. At Clínica Planas, we have the latest technology to help achieve a skin-tightening effect.
