Injectables

You want to look like yourself – just a little more rested, a little more refreshed. Not frozen. Not overdone. Not like someone else. That’s exactly where we come in. At REFRESH LKN, every injectable treatment we perform is guided by one simple principle: you should still look like you. Our board-certified nurse practitioner personally performs every cosmetic injectable treatment – your care is never handed off to rotating staff or someone you’ve never met. Whether you’re curious about BOTOX®, considering dermal fillers for the first time, or interested in regenerative treatments like PRP and PRF, we offer the full range of cosmetic injectables at our clinic in Cornelius. We’ll walk you through everything, answer every question, and create a plan based on your face, your goals, and your comfort level. No pressure. No cookie-cutter approach. Just honest guidance from someone who does this every single day.

Wrinkle Relaxers (BOTOX®, Dysport®, JEUVEAU®, and DAXXIFY®)

Neuromodulators like BOTOX®, Dysport®, JEUVEAU®, and DAXXIFY® work by gently relaxing the muscles responsible for dynamic wrinkles – the ones that form when you squint, smile, or furrow your brow. Over time, those repeated muscle movements etch lines into the skin that don’t go away even when your face is at rest. A few precise injections can soften forehead lines, crow’s feet, frown lines between the brows (the dreaded “11s”), platysma neck bands, and more. We also use wrinkle relaxers for subtle brow lifts and lip flips, which can make a surprisingly noticeable difference.

Here’s the thing most people worry about: looking frozen. We get it. And honestly, that’s almost always the result of too much product or possibly placement – not the product itself. Our approach to natural-looking BOTOX® results is about preserving your expressions, not erasing them. You should still be able to raise your eyebrows and laugh without your face looking like it forgot how. Treatments take about 10 to 15 minutes, require no downtime, and fit easily into a lunch break. Clients throughout Cornelius, Davidson, and Huntersville count on us for wrinkle relaxers that look effortless, because that’s exactly how results should feel.

Dermal Fillers & Facial Volume

Dermal fillers are injectable treatments designed to restore volume, enhance facial contours, and soften lines that develop with age. Most commonly made from hyaluronic acid—a substance naturally found in the body—fillers work by adding structure beneath the skin to create a smoother, more youthful appearance.

They are often used to treat areas such as:

• Lips for added volume and definition

• Cheeks for lift and contour

• Nasolabial folds (smile lines)

• Under-eye hollows

• Jawline and chin for structure

Results are typically visible immediately and can last anywhere from several months to over a year, depending on the product used and treatment area.

While dermal fillers are highly effective for restoring volume, they do not stimulate your body’s own regenerative processes in the same way treatments like PRP or PRF do. That’s why many clients choose a combination approach—or opt for regenerative therapies when they’re looking for more natural, gradual improvement driven by their own biology.

What Fillers Treat

Wrinkles get a lot of attention, but volume loss is often what ages a face the most. When you lose fullness in your cheeks, temples, or under-eye area, it changes the entire balance of your face – creating shadows, deepening folds, and making you look tired even when you’re not. Dermal fillers like JUVÉDERM®, Restylane®, RHA® Collection, and REVANESSE LIPS® restore that lost volume and can also smooth nasolabial folds, soften marionette lines, and bring definition back to the jawline and chin. Different fillers have different densities and consistencies, and we choose specific products based on where they’re being placed and what kind of result we’re after. A filler that works beautifully in the cheeks isn’t the right choice for lips, and vice versa. That’s why having an experienced, board-certified injector in North Carolina who understands facial anatomy makes all the difference in your outcome.

Lip Filler at REFRESH LKN

We know – lip filler can feel intimidating. You’ve seen the overfilled results on social media and thought, “absolutely not.” Fair. But well-done lip filler doesn’t look like that. At REFRESH LKN, our goal with lip filler is to enhance your natural lip shape, not redesign it. Maybe you want a little more definition in your border, some added fullness to your upper lip, or just a bit of hydration and symmetry. That’s enough. We use numbing to keep you comfortable, and while some swelling is normal for the first couple of days, the final result settles into something soft, balanced, and unmistakably you. Clients search for lip filler near me hoping to find someone they can trust with this particular treatment – and that trust is something we take seriously every single time.

If you’re ready to talk about what’s possible for your face, we’d love to hear from you. Call us at 980-216-8484 or Book Appointment online to get started.

Facial Contouring and Balancing

Facial contouring isn’t just about filling lines – it’s about shaping. Strategic filler placement along the jawline, chin, and midface can create structure and definition—enhancing the way your face photographs, improving shadowing, and optimizing how your skin catches and reflects light—while elevating how you feel when you catch your reflection. Think of it as sculpting, not just smoothing. Our nurse practitioners evaluate your full face as a composition – bone structure, proportions, symmetry – and use that assessment to place product where it will make the most meaningful impact. In many cases, combining BOTOX® or another neuromodulator with filler gives us the best results, because relaxing certain muscles while restoring volume in others creates a more balanced, refreshed appearance. Non-surgical facial contouring has become one of the most popular requests we see from clients across the Charlotte area, Mooresville, and beyond, and the results can be striking without a single incision.

What to Expect at Your Visit

Consultation & Planning

Every new client at REFRESH LKN starts with a real conversation – not a sales pitch. Our nurse practitioner will sit down with you, assess your facial anatomy, listen to what’s been bothering you, and talk through your options honestly. You don’t need to come in knowing treatment names or specific products. Just tell us what you’re noticing. We’ll explain why we’re recommending something, not just what it is, so you feel confident in every decision. Sometimes we’ll suggest pairing injectables with a laser treatment or medical-grade skincare when it would make a real difference – but only when it’s genuinely in your best interest.

During & After Treatment

On treatment day, we’ll cleanse the area, apply numbing or ice if needed, and get to work. Most injectable sessions take between 15 and 45 minutes depending on what we’re doing. BOTOX® and other neuromodulators typically show full results in about 14 days. Filler results are visible right away, though you’ll see the final outcome once swelling settles – usually within about two weeks. Some bruising, mild swelling, and tenderness are completely normal afterward, and we’ll send you home with clear aftercare instructions. You’ll know exactly what to do and what to watch for. Nothing about this process should feel like a mystery.

SCULPTRA®

What Is Sculptra® (PLLA)?

For many clients at REFRESH LKN, Sculptra becomes a foundational part of their treatment plan, often combined with other aesthetic services to create balanced, natural-looking results that evolve beautifully over time.

Before Treatment

Everything starts with a consultation at REFRESH LKN. Our nurse practitioners will assess your facial structure, ask about your goals, review your medical history, and set expectations that are honest and grounded. This isn’t a rushed appointment where someone tries to upsell you. It’s a thoughtful evaluation of what will actually give you the results you’re after.

In the days leading up to treatment, we’ll ask you to avoid blood thinners, alcohol, and certain supplements like fish oil and vitamin E – all of which can increase bruising. We’ll give you a clear pre-treatment checklist so there are no surprises.

During and After

Each session typically takes thirty to forty-five minutes. The product is mixed with lidocaine for comfort, and we apply topical numbing beforehand. Injection technique matters enormously with SCULPTRA® – precise placement and proper depth are what separate a beautiful, even result from a mediocre one. This is exactly why our practitioner handles every treatment personally.

Afterward, you’ll follow what’s known as the 5-5-5 rule: massage the treated areas for five minutes, five times a day, for five days. This helps distribute the product evenly and encourages smooth collagen formation. Temporary swelling, tenderness, and some redness at the injection sites are completely normal and typically resolve within a few days. Most people head right back to their regular routine – picking up kids from school, running to meetings in Cornelius or Huntersville, all of it. Downtime is minimal.

SCULPTRA® vs. Other Options

Hyaluronic acid fillers like JUVÉDERM® and Restylane® give you instant volume that lasts several months to a year or more, and they’re reversible – which makes them ideal for targeted areas like lips or under-eye hollows. SCULPTRA® works differently. It’s a gradual process that addresses broader volume loss and actually improves skin quality over time. Think of it as facial rejuvenation without surgery, focused on rebuilding rather than replacing.

Treatments like RF microneedling with VirtueRF® or laser resurfacing with CoolPeel® – both available at REFRESH LKN – complement SCULPTRA® beautifully by addressing texture, tone, and fine lines at the skin’s surface while SCULPTRA® rebuilds structure underneath. Many of our clients combine approaches for a result that covers all the bases. Skin, tone, texture, definition – all thoughtfully enhanced.

The right plan depends entirely on you. During your consultation, we’ll map out what makes the most sense for your face, your goals, and your timeline.

Schedule Your Consultation

We built REFRESH LKN to be the kind of place where you can walk in, say “something doesn’t look right and I don’t know what to do about it,” and get an honest, expert answer. No jargon. No pressure. Just a board-certified nurse practitioner who will look at your face, listen to your concerns, and help you understand your options – whether that’s SCULPTRA®, something else entirely, or a combination that gets you where you want to be.

We’re located at 18067 W. Catawba Avenue, Suite 106, in Cornelius – right in the heart of Lake Norman and easy to reach from Denver, Mooresville, Davidson, and throughout the Charlotte metro. If you’ve been thinking about this, trust that instinct. Book Appointment online or call 980-216-8484. We’d love to meet you.