I Tried The New Summer Skin Injectable With 1,400% More Hydration & Zero Downtime

People often tell me, ‘Your skin looks amazing.’ When I reply that it’s because I regularly have injectable treatments, the response is almost always the same: ‘But you don’t need them.’ My answer? ‘Exactly – my skin looks like this because I have them.’

Having tried countless injectable treatments over the years, I’ve been searching for one that delivers results almost immediately, without any downtime. As someone who’s constantly on the go – whether I’m heading into meetings or on a shoot – I can’t afford to spend days with a red face, peeling skin or hiding away from the sun. SPF 50 is a non-negotiable for me every single day, even when it’s overcast, but I still need treatments that fit seamlessly into my schedule.

So, when Dr Joseph Hkeik invited me to visit his London clinic, Le Petit Saint in Mayfair, to experience the new Teoxane babyGLOW treatment, I was intrigued. The clinic, which opened last October, has already attracted an impressive celebrity clientele including Elle Macpherson, Rita Ora and Miranda Kerr, so I was eager to see what all the buzz was about.

About The Clinic

Stepping off one of London’s bustling streets and into Le Petit Saint feels like entering another world. It’s the chicest oasis of calm, where beauty meets art in a truly immersive wellness experience.

Designed by Dr Joseph Hkeik, alongside Australian interior designer Blainey North, every corner of the clinic has been carefully considered. Dr Hkeik tells me opening a London clinic had been a lifelong dream, and it’s clear that artistry is at the heart of everything he does. Light plays a central role throughout the space, even in the wellness level downstairs, where one treatment room features an extraordinary skylight installation that makes it almost impossible to believe you’re still in central London.

The clinic feels more like an art gallery than a medical practice, with works from Dr Hkeik’s private collection displayed throughout. From the softly ombré walls and pale pink and grey Vivienne Westwood rugs to the calming sound of running water, every detail has been designed to help you relax. It’s one of those rare spaces where you instantly feel at ease, knowing you’ll leave feeling refreshed, confident and just that little bit happier.

Alongside advanced injectable treatments, Le Petit Saint also offers holistic consultations, personalised skin health programmes and innovative wellness experiences, including the I-Dome detoxifying treatment, nap pods (yes, really!) and an IV AirPod Hyperbaric Oxygen Chamber.

The Treatment: Teoxane babyGLOW

The Teoxane babyGLOW treatment was developed by Dr Raul Cetto, the clinic’s medical director, alongside a panel of eight international experts, so I knew I was in exceptionally safe hands.

This next-generation skin booster is designed to revitalise the skin rather than add volume. Using Teoxane’s Redensity 1 (3ml), it combines hyaluronic acid with amino acids, antioxidants, minerals and vitamin B6 to deeply hydrate, repair and brighten the complexion.

The treatment uses an eight-point injection technique and takes around 15 minutes. Straight away I could already see a noticeable glow, but as with most skin-boosting treatments, the best results come as part of a course. The recommended protocol is two treatments four weeks apart, followed by a third around six weeks later.

The results speak for themselves. Teoxane claims the treatment can improve skin hydration by up to 1,400 percent, which is pretty remarkable, and I have to say I did look more glowing than when I walked in. As much as I love drinking water, no amount of hydration alone is going to achieve that.

Does It Hurt? What’s The Downtime?

This is always the first question people ask me, and the answer is simple: not really.

To me, the injections felt like tiny pinpricks. In fact, I’d say Botox is more uncomfortable. But the real selling point? The downtime – or rather, the lack of it. You genuinely couldn’t tell I’d had anything done. There was no redness, no peeling and nothing that stopped me getting straight back to my day. For someone like me, that’s exactly what I want from a treatment: subtle, healthy-looking skin with an incredible glow, without putting life on hold. My kind of treatment.

C&TH Key Notes

Tweakment: Teoxane babyGLOW

Expert/ Clinic: Dr Joseph Hkeik & Dr Raul Cetto – Le Petit Saint

Downtime: None

Best for: Improving hydration, elasticity for firmer smoother skin

Cost: £800 per session

Contact: 49 Charles St, Mayfair London W1J5EN +442030266244

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