Sculptra for the Body
Sculptra for the body uses poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) diluted and injected into areas such as the buttocks, hips, thighs, arms and abdomen. It stimulates your own collagen to improve firmness, subtle volume and crepey skin gradually. Sessions take about 40–60 minutes, typically 2–3 sessions spaced 4–8 weeks apart.
What is Sculptra for the Body?
Sculptra is a collagen stimulator rather than an instant filler, so results appear gradually and look natural. See the facial Sculptra page for background.
Safety note: Korea restricts certain large-volume body filler uses (for example, breast augmentation with injectable filler is not permitted). Violacell only recommends body injectables in amounts and areas that your physician considers appropriate after an in-person assessment. See body filler safety.
Sculptra for the Body at a glance
- Procedure time: 40–60 minutes
- Anesthesia: Numbing cream / local
- Downtime: Soreness 2–3 days
- Discomfort: Mild to moderate
- Sessions: 2–3 sessions, 4–8 weeks apart
- Location: Violacell Plastic Surgery, 3F, 138 Dosan-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (Sinsa Station Exit 1)
How it works
PLLA is reconstituted and diluted, then fanned under the skin. Massage afterwards helps even distribution.
Who it is for
- Buttock and hip contour
- Crepey skin on arms, thighs, knees and abdomen
- Gradual, natural change
Results and how long they last
Collagen-based improvement builds over 2–3 months per session and can last a long time; maintenance is discussed at follow-up.
Risks, recovery and aftercare
Bruising, swelling, tenderness, nodules or unevenness, and rarely infection. Collagen stimulators cannot be dissolved, so conservative planning and correct dilution matter.
Frequently asked questions
How many vials are needed?
It depends on the area and goal; your doctor will estimate at consultation.
Related treatments and guides
Medically reviewed by Dr. Kim Young-jun, plastic surgeon · Last reviewed 2026-09-30. This page is general medical information, not a diagnosis; suitability is decided at an in-person consultation.
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