Refining Nasal Base Hollows for a Younger, Natural Look

This client had become increasingly concerned about hollowing beside the nose with age and wanted to soften the shadowed appearance for a more youthful look. In this case, 1 cc of hyaluronic acid filler was injected into the alar base area.

Hollowing around the alar base can create shadows depending on how light falls on the face, making the groove beside the nose appear more noticeable. Hyaluronic acid was carefully injected to restore volume and create a smoother transition with the surrounding contours.

After treatment, the groove and shadow beside the nose appeared less noticeable, giving the area around the mouth a brighter and