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Skin Boosters (水光针) in Singapore: Hydration, Glow, and Skin Rejuvenation Treatments

Skinbooster Treatment Overview

  • Sessions Required

3 sessions and above

  • Duration of Results

1 year

  • Downtime

Minimal downtime

  • Session Duration

10 mins

  • Skin Concern
  • Fine lines and wrinkles
  • Enlarged pores
  • Acne scars

TL;DR

  • ‘Skin booster’ is an umbrella term for injectable skin-rejuvenation treatments that improve hydration, texture, and overall skin quality.
  • Some focus on hydration, others on collagen repair or skin regeneration.
  • Skin boosters are suitable for concerns like dull skin, fine lines, acne marks, uneven texture, and early ageing.
  • At SL Aesthetic Clinic, we offer an array of skin boosters including hyaluronic acid-based, polynucleotide-based, collagen-stimulating, regenerative, and customised treatments.

Table of Contents

What Are Skin Boosters (水光针)?

Skin boosters are microinjected treatments that help improve skin hydration, texture, and radiance by delivering active ingredients directly into the skin.

Unlike fillers that add volume and enhance facial features, skin boosters focus on:

  • Improving skin hydration
  • Supporting collagen production
  • Repairing skin quality over time
  • Enhancing smoothness and glow

At SL Aesthetic Clinic, our skin boosters are available in a range of formulations, including hyaluronic acid-based, polynucleotide-based, collagen-stimulating, regenerative, and customised options.

How Skin Boosters (水光针) Work

Ageing and sun exposure reduce the skin’s natural hyaluronic acid (HA) levels, leading to dryness and dullness. Skin boosters work by replenishing HA through microinjections to improve hydration and boost your natural skin glow.

Depending on the type of skin booster, they can:

  • Bind and retain moisture within the skin (glass skin hydration effect)
  • Stimulate collagen and elastin production (firmness and elasticity)
  • Support skin repair and regeneration
  • Improve overall skin texture and radiance

Results develop gradually as the skin responds to stimulation and repair processes over time. 

Types of Skin Boosters (水光针) at SL Aesthetic Clinic

Hydration-Focused Treatments

How it works:
HA skin boosters use hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance that helps attract and retain water in the skin, improving skin hydration and smoothness for a fresh, dewy appearance and glass skin effect.

Key benefits:

  • Deep skin hydration
  • Improved plumpness and glow
  • Smoother fine lines

Suitable for:

  • Dry or dehydrated skin
  • Dull complexion
  • Early fine lines

HA Skin Boosters available at SL Aesthetic Clinic: [add hyperlink to each treatment]

  • HA 5 Point Lift
  • AquaGlow Skinbooster

Skin Repair & Regeneration

How it works:
PN skin boosters contain polynucleotides (PN), purified DNA fragments derived from fish sources such as salmon or trout, to support the skin’s natural repair processes and improve hydration, calm redness and smooth rough texture.

Key benefits:

  • Skin repair and regeneration
  • Improved texture and elasticity
  • Helps calm inflamed or acne-prone skin

Suitable for:

  • Acne-prone skin
  • Enlarged pores
  • Skin damage or uneven texture
  • Sensitive skin (e.g. rosacea, eczema)

PN Skin Boosters available at SL Aesthetic Clinic: [add hyperlink]

  • Korean PN
  • PN Restore
  • PN Newest

Anti-Ageing

How it works:
Collagen skinboosters trigger your body’s natural collagen production over time, lifting saggy areas and restoring your youthful bounce over time. 

Key benefits:

  • Improved skin firmness
  • Collagen stimulation
  • Better skin support and elasticity

Suitable for:

  • Early skin ageing
  • Skin laxity
  • Loss of firmness

Collagen-Stimulating Skin Boosters available at SL Aesthetic Clinic: [add hyperlink]

  • HTIC Collagen Skinbooster
  • CaHA Skinbooster

Deep Skin Renewal

How it works:
Works deep at the cellular level to rebuild your skin barrier from the inside out, making your skin look naturally rested, healthy, and resilient. 

Key benefits:

  • Skin renewal and regeneration
  • Improved skin resilience
  • Healthier skin barrier function

Suitable for:

  • Weak or compromised skin barrier
  • Long-term skin quality improvement
  • Post-acne skin recovery

Regenerative Skin Boosters available at SL Aesthetic Clinic: 

  • ECM Skinbooster

Tailored for Your Skin

How it works:

An SL original treatment that combines selected skin boosters into a customised formula prepared by your doctor to address multiple concerns such as pigmentation, melasma, acne, hydration, and uneven skin tone in one session.

Key benefits:

  • Fully customised treatment plan
  • Targets multiple skin concerns
  • Adjusted over time based on response

Suitable for:

  • Multiple skin concerns
  • Patients wanting tailored treatment plans
  • Ongoing skin maintenance
See our Customised Skin Booster availability

What Skin Concerns Do Skin Boosters (水光针) Help With?

Dull and tired-looking skin

Dehydrated skin

Fine lines and early ageing

Uneven skin texture

Post-inflammatory changes

Enlarged pores

Loss of skin elasticity

Skin Booster (水光针) Treatment Process at SL Aesthetic Clinic

Every sensitive skin laser session at SL Aesthetic Clinic follows the same steps, from assessment to aftercare. Here’s what to expect:
1

Consultation & skin assessment

Our doctor evaluates your skin condition, concerns, and suitability. Based on this assessment, a suitable skin booster is selected according to your skin condition, treatment goals, sensitivity, and medical history.

2

Injection treatment

Skin booster is delivered via targeted superficial injections into the skin.

3

Review & maintenance plan

Our doctor will advise on spacing between sessions and long-term skin maintenance.

Are Skin Boosters (水光针) Painful?

Most patients find skin booster treatments very tolerable, with sensations often described as mild and similar to tiny ant bites. 

 

At SL Aesthetic Clinic, we prioritise comfort and offer a range of comfort-enhancing options, including microinjection techniques, cooling or icing of the treatment area, and vibration-based distraction methods. If needed, oral analgesics or mild sedation are also available.

The Doctors Behind Your Treatment

Skin booster treatments at SL Aesthetic Clinic are performed by medically trained doctors who hold the required certifications recognised by the Singapore Medical Council’s Aesthetic Practice Oversight Committee (APOC).

All treatments follow standardised medical protocols developed and overseen by our Founder and Senior Medical Director, Dr Kelvin Chua. This ensures consistent clinical standards and treatment approaches across all SL Aesthetic Clinic locations, regardless of which doctor you see. 

Meet the Full Team

Dr Kelvin Chua

Senior Medical Director, Founder

  • Qualifications: MBBS, Australia
  • Certifications: Certificate of Competence in lasers and injectables
  • Special interests: Non-invasive facial contouring & lifting, facial fat transfer, anti-wrinkle & dermal fillers, hair loss management & FUE hair transplant, acne & pigmentation management
  • Located at: Wheelock Place
Book an Appointment

Dr Gabriel Wong

Senior Medical Director, Partner

  • Qualifications: MBBS, Singapore
  • Certifications: Certificate of Competence in lasers and injectables; certified by the Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group (ADEG); certified by the Dermatological Society of Singapore & National Skin Centre (NSC)
  • Special interests: Facial contouring, injectables, skin rejuvenation, acne management
  • Located at: Plaza Singapura, Jurong Point, Causeway Point
Book an Appointment

Dr Charlene Goh

Medical Director, Partner

  • Qualifications: MBChB, Edinburgh (UK); Dip Practical Dermatology, Cardiff (UK)
  • Certifications: Certificate of Competence in lasers and injectables; certified by the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine; certified by the Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group (ADEG)
  • Special interests: Integrative aesthetics combining clinical procedures with lifestyle and nutrition guidance
  • Located at: Westgate, Waterway Point
Book an Appointment

Dr Chen Kailun

Medical Director, Partner

  • Qualifications: MBBS, Singapore (NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine)
  • Certifications: Certificate of Competence in lasers and injectables; certified by the Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group (ADEG)
  • Special interests: Lasers, injectables, and face-lifting technologies (Ultherapy Prime, Sofwave, Ultraformer MPT, RF Gold Microneedling, 6D Laser Facelift)
  • Located at: Tampines 1, Wheelock Place
Book an Appointment

Dr Ko Wei Xiang

Associate Medical Director, Partner

  • Qualifications: MBBS (Singapore); GDFM (NUS)
  • Certifications: Certificate of Competence in lasers and injectables; certified by the Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group (ADEG)
  • Special interests: Anti-wrinkle treatments, dermal fillers, skinboosters, pore refinement, acne scar treatments, skin texture improvement
  • Located at: Causeway Point
Book an Appointment

Dr Sue Ho

Senior Executive Doctor, Partner

  • Qualifications: MB BCh BAO, Ireland
  • Certifications: Certificate of Competence in lasers and injectables; certified by the Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group (ADEG)
  • Special interests: Women's health treatments, vaginal rejuvenation, post-pregnancy and perimenopausal skin and hair changes, wellness and weight management
  • Located at: Junction 8, Prologue The Lifestyle Medical Clinic
Book an Appointment

Dr Lau Chun Lim

Senior Executive Doctor

  • Qualifications: Doctor of Medicine (UKM, Malaysia)
  • Certifications: Certificate of Competence in lasers and injectables; certified by the Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group (ADEG)
  • Special interests: Non-surgical lifting and rejuvenation, aesthetic technologies
  • Located at: Sengkang Grand Mall, Waterway Point
Book an Appointment

Dr Akira Tan

Executive Doctor

  • Qualifications: MBBS (Australia)
  • Certifications: Certificate of Competence in lasers and injectables; certified by the Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group (ADEG)
  • Special interests: Skin and hair concerns, non-surgical lifting, hair rejuvenation therapies
  • Located at: Jurong Point, Plaza Singapura
Book an Appointment

Dr Eva Teh

Executive Doctor

  • Qualifications: MB BCh BAO, Ireland
  • Certifications: Certificate of Competence in lasers and injectables; certified by the Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group (ADEG)
  • Special interests: No specific treatment focus stated in the profile
  • Located at: Junction 8
Book an Appointment

Dr Marcus Goh

Executive Doctor

  • Qualifications: MD, Australia
  • Certifications: Certificate of Competence in lasers and injectables; certified by the Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group (ADEG)
  • Special interests: Facial structure and symmetry, patient education on treatment options and long-term care
  • Located at: iMall, Wheelock Place
Book an Appointment

Dr Foo Piao Lin

Executive Doctor

  • Qualifications: MBBS, Singapore
  • Certifications: Certificate of Competence in lasers and injectables; certified by the Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group (ADEG); certified by the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine (AAAM); member of AAAM and the Society of Aesthetic Medicine (Singapore)
  • Special interests: Acne, pigmentation, fine lines, skin laxity, hair loss, weight management
  • Located at: Tampines 1, Westgate
Book an Appointment

Dr Zhang Fuquan

Executive Doctor

  • Qualifications: MD, Singapore (Duke-NUS Medical School)
  • Certifications: Certificate of Competence in lasers and injectables; certified by the Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group (ADEG)
  • Special interests: No specific treatment focus stated; background in rehabilitation medicine
  • Located at: iMall, Sengkang Grand Mall
Book an Appointment

Dr Kelvin Chua

Senior Medical Director, Founder

  • Qualifications: MBBS, Australia
  • Certifications: Certificate of Competence in lasers and injectables
  • Special interests: Non-invasive facial contouring & lifting, facial fat transfer, anti-wrinkle & dermal fillers, hair loss management & FUE hair transplant, acne & pigmentation management
  • Located at: Wheelock Place
Book an Appointment

Dr Gabriel Wong

Senior Medical Director, Partner
  • Qualifications: MBBS, Singapore
  • Certifications: Certificate of Competence in lasers and injectables; certified by the Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group (ADEG); certified by the Dermatological Society of Singapore & National Skin Centre (NSC)
  • Special interests: Facial contouring, injectables, skin rejuvenation, acne management
  • Located at: Plaza Singapura, Jurong Point, Causeway Point
Book an Appointment

Dr Charlene Goh

Medical Director, Partner
  • Qualifications: MBChB, Edinburgh (UK); Dip Practical Dermatology, Cardiff (UK)
  • Certifications: Certificate of Competence in lasers and injectables; certified by the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine; certified by the Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group (ADEG)
  • Special interests: Integrative aesthetics combining clinical procedures with lifestyle and nutrition guidance
  • Located at: Westgate, Waterway Point
Book an Appointment

Dr Chen Kailun

Medical Director, Partner
  • Qualifications: MBBS, Singapore (NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine)
  • Certifications: Certificate of Competence in lasers and injectables; certified by the Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group (ADEG)
  • Special interests: Lasers, injectables, and face-lifting technologies (Ultherapy Prime, Sofwave, Ultraformer MPT, RF Gold Microneedling, 6D Laser Facelift)
  • Located at: Tampines 1, Wheelock Place
Book an Appointment

Dr Ko Wei Xiang

Associate Medical Director, Partner
  • Qualifications: MBBS (Singapore); GDFM (NUS)
  • Certifications: Certificate of Competence in lasers and injectables; certified by the Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group (ADEG)
  • Special interests: Anti-wrinkle treatments, dermal fillers, skinboosters, pore refinement, acne scar treatments, skin texture improvement
  • Located at: Causeway Point
Book an Appointment

Dr Sue Ho

Senior Executive Doctor, Partner
  • Qualifications: MB BCh BAO, Ireland
  • Certifications: Certificate of Competence in lasers and injectables; certified by the Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group (ADEG)
  • Special interests: Women’s health treatments, vaginal rejuvenation, post-pregnancy and perimenopausal skin and hair changes, wellness and weight management
  • Located at: Junction 8, Prologue The Lifestyle Medical Clinic
Book an Appointment

Dr Lau Chun Lim

Senior Executive Doctor

  • Qualifications: Doctor of Medicine (UKM, Malaysia)
  • Certifications: Certificate of Competence in lasers and injectables; certified by the Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group (ADEG)
  • Special interests: Non-surgical lifting and rejuvenation, aesthetic technologies
  • Located at: Sengkang Grand Mall, Waterway Point
Book an Appointment

Dr Akira Tan

Executive Doctor
  • Qualifications: MBBS (Australia)
  • Certifications: Certificate of Competence in lasers and injectables; certified by the Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group (ADEG)
  • Special interests: Skin and hair concerns, non-surgical lifting, hair rejuvenation therapies
  • Located at: Jurong Point, Plaza Singapura
Book an Appointment

Dr Eva Teh

Executive Doctor
  • Qualifications: MB BCh BAO, Ireland
  • Certifications: Certificate of Competence in lasers and injectables; certified by the Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group (ADEG)
  • Special interests: No specific treatment focus stated in the profile
  • Located at: Junction 8
Book an Appointment

Dr Marcus Goh

Executive Doctor
  • Qualifications: MD, Australia
  • Certifications: Certificate of Competence in lasers and injectables; certified by the Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group (ADEG)
  • Special interests: Facial structure and symmetry, patient education on treatment options and long-term care
  • Located at: iMall, Wheelock Place
Book an Appointment

Dr Foo Piao Lin

Executive Doctor
  • Qualifications: MBBS, Singapore
  • Certifications: Certificate of Competence in lasers and injectables; certified by the Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group (ADEG); certified by the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine (AAAM); member of AAAM and the Society of Aesthetic Medicine (Singapore)
  • Special interests: Acne, pigmentation, fine lines, skin laxity, hair loss, weight management
  • Located at: Tampines 1, Westgate
Book an Appointment

Dr Zhang Fuquan

Executive Doctor
  • Qualifications: MD, Singapore (Duke-NUS Medical School)
  • Certifications: Certificate of Competence in lasers and injectables; certified by the Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group (ADEG)
  • Special interests: No specific treatment focus stated; background in rehabilitation medicine
  • Located at: iMall, Sengkang Grand Mall
Book an Appointment

What to Expect from Our Skin Booster (水光针) Treatment in Singapore

Results

Gradual improvement in hydration, texture, and skin quality over several weeks

Downtime

Mild redness, swelling or small injection marks that typically settle within a few days

Treatment Frequency

Usually 3 sessions, then maintenance sessions depending on skin needs

Price of Skin Booster (水光针) in Singapore

Skin booster treatments at SL Aesthetic Clinic start from $800 per session. 

Pricing varies depending on treatment type and doctor recommendation.

View full pricing list

Why Choose SL Aesthetic Clinic for Skin Boosters (水光针)

Doctor-Performed, Always

Every skin booster treatment at SL Aesthetic Clinic is performed by a certified medical doctor.

Over 20 years+ of experience

We are a seasoned team in aesthetic medicine in Singapore with extensive experience in skin rejuvenation treatments and doctor-led injectable procedures.

Customised Treatment Plans

We take a personalised approach to every treatment, tailoring each skin booster plan to your skin condition, concerns, and response over time.

Where to Find Us

Our Skin Booster Treatment is available at all SL Aesthetic Clinic locations across Singapore. Our clinics are conveniently situated just minutes from an MRT station. Find your nearest clinic and start your skin journey today.

ClinicAddressNearest MRTPhone
Wheelock Place (flagship)
501 Orchard Road, #04-01A, Singapore 238880Orchard (NS22 / TE14)+65 6734 9375
Plaza Singapura
68 Orchard Road, #04-08B, Singapore 238839Dhoby Ghaut (NS24 / NE6 / CC1)+65 6336 1106
imall
5 Marine Parade Central, #02-04, Singapore 449410Marine Parade (TE26)+65 6908 1621
Causeway Point
1 Woodlands Square, #04-21, Singapore 738099Woodlands (NS9 / TE2)+65 6877 0144
Junction 8
9 Bishan Place, #04-02B/C, Singapore 579837Bishan (NS17 / CC15)+65 6262 5898
Jurong Point
63 Jurong West Central 3, #B1-32, House 2, Singapore 648331Boon Lay (EW27)+65 6316 2556
Sengkang Grand Mall
70 Compassvale Bow, #01-40/41, Singapore 544692Buangkok (NE15)+65 6513 5308
Tampines 1
10 Tampines Central 1, #04-30/32, Singapore 529536Tampines (EW2 / DT32)+65 6634 8102
Waterway Point
83 Punggol Central, #01-14 (West Wing), Singapore 828761Punggol (NE17)+65 6346 8758
Westgate3 Gateway Drive, #03-21, Singapore 608532Jurong East (NS1 / EW24)+65 6281 2025

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Let’s help you achieve that glass-skin look. Schedule a consultation with our experienced doctors to find out which skin booster is right for you.
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FAQ

No. Skin boosters focus on improving overall skin quality, hydration, and cellular repair, whereas dermal fillers are designed to restore structural volume and contour facial features.

Hyaluronic acid (HA) and regenerative skin boosters are best for achieving a dewy glow. They deliver deep micro-hydration into the dermis and boost natural skin radiance.

Hyaluronic acid (HA) and collagen-stimulating skin boosters are most effective. They lock in moisture and stimulate structural collagen to soften fine lines and restore elasticity over time.

Yes. Polynucleotide (PN) and regenerative skin boosters specifically promote cellular repair, calm inflammation, and smooth out uneven skin texture and post-acne marks.

Most patients require a primary protocol of 3 sessions spaced 1 month apart. Your doctor will tailor the exact number based on your initial skin assessment.

Results typically last up to 1 year, depending on the specific formula used and your skin condition. Periodic maintenance sessions every 6 to 12 months are recommended.

Minimal downtime is expected. You may experience mild redness, slight swelling, or tiny injection bumps, which typically resolve within 1 to 3 days.

Yes. Glass Skin Customised Skinboosters combine multiple active formulations into a single session, allowing your doctor to target distinct skin concerns simultaneously.

Yes. Skin boosters are safe for sensitive skin when selected correctly. Your doctor will assess your skin barrier and adjust the active formulations accordingly.

You may notice temporary redness or tiny bumps at the injection points. Progressive improvements in skin hydration, smoothness, and overall clarity will develop over the following weeks.

The ideal skin booster depends on your primary concerns – whether dryness, laxity, scarring, or dullness. A thorough doctor consultation is necessary to determine the right formulation for you. 

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