NewBeauty Facebook Pinterest Instagram Youtube find a doctor Face Adult Acne Antioxidants Anti-Aging Celebrity Chronic Skin Conditions Eye Hydration Hyperpigmentation Makeup View All Eyebrows Eye Color Foundation Fragrance Lip Color Makeovers Male Skin Care Peels Pre-Event Prep Sensitive Skin Skin Care Skin Health Smile Sun Care Treatments Fillers Microneedling Post-Procedure Skin Care Neurotoxins Regenerative Aesthetics Skin Lifting Body Body Sculpting Breasts Butts Cellulite Hair Removal Hands + Nails Legs Pregnancy Find a Doctor Hair Bond Repair Celebrity Dry Hair Frizzy Hair Gray Hair Hair Color Hair Growth Hair Repair Scalp Health Styling + Tips Awards NB100 Awards 15th Annual Beauty Awards 2025 NewBeauty Readers’ Choice Awards Shopping Gift Guides Product Reviews NewBeauty Storefront Wellness Fitness GLP-1s Health Menopause About Us TESTTUBE Search for: Search HomeFaceSkin Care What Are Skin Boosters? Inside the Injectable Moisturizer Trend Experts break down what it is—and whether you need it. Jessica Fields Published: Dec 30, 2025 Getty Images In This Article Featured ExpertsWhat Are Skin Boosters?How Long Do Skin Booster Results Last?What Are the Risks of Skin Boosters?How Do Topical Skin Boosters Compare to Injectables? If your skin feels too lackluster or dry for a moisturizer to make a noticeable difference, skin boosters may be the answer. More than a highly concentrated serum or rich face cream, these in-office treatments deliver intense hydration, a subtle glow and even light plumping. Long popular in Europe and Asia, skin boosters are now gaining traction in the United States. Ahead, three dermatologists explain what to know. Skin boosters are injectable treatments used primarily to hydrate the skin. According to Nina N. Hartman, MD, FAAD, a board-certified dermatologist in Washington, D.C., they’re composed predominantly of hyaluronic acid and designed to be placed directly into the dermis to enhance skin quality from within. She explains that it’s the intent of…

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