Skin health
Sunekos is an injectable treatment used within personalised plans for skin quality. It combines hyaluronic acid with a specific mixture of amino acids and is different from a traditional dermal filler that is primarily used to add shape or volume.
Clients often come to me knowing that they would like their skin to feel fresher or better hydrated, but without wanting to change the natural shape of their face. This is where the distinction between facial volume treatments and skin-quality treatments becomes important.
Sunekos is one of several options I may discuss when the main priority is the condition and appearance of the skin itself. It is not automatically the right treatment for everyone, but its formulation and range of potential treatment areas make it useful to consider during a detailed consultation.
The word "injectable" covers several very different treatments. Dermal fillers are generally selected when the aim is to support facial structure, replace volume or adjust proportion. Sunekos is approached differently because the focus is the skin and its surrounding extracellular matrix.
The extracellular matrix is the supportive network around skin cells. It contains substances and proteins that contribute to hydration, elasticity and resilience. Sunekos combines hyaluronic acid with amino acids, which are components involved in the production of skin proteins.
This does not mean that it "reverses ageing", nor does it guarantee a particular result. It means that it belongs within the group of treatments considered when the aim is gradual improvement in skin quality rather than obvious additional volume.
My aim is not to recommend the newest or most talked-about product. It is to decide whether a treatment fits your skin, your priorities and your medical history.
Sarah Mezzone, Sarelle ClinicHyaluronic acid is naturally present in the body and is known for its ability to bind water. In injectable skin treatments, different forms and concentrations of hyaluronic acid are used for different purposes.
Amino acids are the building blocks used by the body to make proteins. The rationale behind Sunekos is to provide hyaluronic acid alongside a defined amino-acid mixture within one treatment formulation.
The manufacturer describes Sunekos as acting on fibroblasts, the cells involved in producing components such as collagen and elastin. It is important to keep this in context: individual response varies and any improvement develops gradually rather than being identical for every client.
Sunekos is available in more than one formulation. At Sarelle Clinic, a treatment plan may involve Sunekos 1200 initially and Sunekos Performa at subsequent appointments, where this is clinically appropriate.
May be considered at the beginning of a plan where the skin assessment indicates that additional foundational support is appropriate.
Used within course-based protocols to continue supporting the skin-quality plan and may also be considered for future maintenance.
The appropriate formulation, combination and number of appointments cannot be decided from a photograph or general description alone. This is established after examining the skin and discussing your health, medication, previous treatments and expectations.
People do not always describe their concern as a particular condition. They may simply notice that their skin looks or feels different from before. Concerns discussed during a consultation may include:
These concerns can have many causes. Sunekos may be one option, but skincare, microneedling, Profhilo, polynucleotides or no injectable treatment at all may be more appropriate. The consultation is used to work through those distinctions honestly.
The eye area is often one of the first places where people notice fine lines, thinning skin or changes in texture. It is also an anatomically delicate area, and not every under-eye concern is caused by the same thing.
Shadows may relate to facial structure, pigmentation, visible blood vessels, skin quality, fluid retention or a combination of factors. Adding volume is therefore not always the answer. Sunekos may be discussed when improving skin quality is a more appropriate priority, but it will not correct every cause of dark circles or hollowing.
Hormonal changes through perimenopause and menopause can influence hydration, skin thickness, elasticity and sensitivity. Many clients tell me that their established skincare routine no longer seems to work in quite the same way.
My background in women's health helps me look at these concerns within a wider context. An injectable treatment cannot replace appropriate menopause care, daily sun protection or a well-chosen skincare routine. It may, however, form one part of a considered skin-health plan for a suitable client.
We discuss your concerns, health history, current medication, previous treatment and what you hope to achieve.
I explain whether Sunekos is suitable, which area may be treated and what alternative options should also be considered.
The product is administered using a series of small injections. Technique and placement depend on the area and individual plan.
You receive aftercare information and guidance on when the next appointment or review should take place.
Sunekos is generally planned as a course. Supplier protocols commonly use appointments separated by approximately two weeks, but the exact schedule varies according to the formulation used and the individual treatment plan.
It is more useful to think in terms of a planned course and review than to expect one appointment to deliver a final outcome. Any maintenance recommendation should be based on how your skin responds rather than a rigid timetable applied to everyone.
Small raised areas, redness, tenderness, swelling or bruising can occur at the injection points. These effects are usually temporary, but the degree and duration vary between people and treatment areas.
Less common complications are also possible with injectable treatment. Your consultation includes discussion of material risks, contraindications and what to do if you are concerned after your appointment.
There is no universally "best" injectable for skin quality. These treatments have different formulations, protocols and strengths.
Combines hyaluronic acid with amino acids and may suit a course-based plan focused on skin quality.
Uses a high concentration of hyaluronic acid and is commonly considered for broader areas of skin hydration and tissue quality.
A different regenerative injectable option often considered for targeted areas and particular skin-quality concerns.
The best choice may be one of these treatments, a combination planned over time, or a non-injectable option such as microneedling. A proper assessment is more valuable than selecting a product based only on social-media trends.
What I like about treatments such as Sunekos is that the conversation begins with skin quality rather than changing someone's facial identity. That fits Sarelle Clinic's focus on natural ageing, honest advice and treatments that are selected for a clear reason.
The product name itself is less important than good assessment, appropriate prescribing, careful technique, realistic expectations and accessible follow-up care.
Consultation first
Book a consultation with Sarah to discuss your skin, medical history and priorities. You will receive balanced advice on whether Sunekos or another treatment is appropriate.
Appointments available in Patcham, Hove and Shoreham-by-Sea.
This article provides general educational information and is not a substitute for an individual medical consultation. All injectable treatments are subject to assessment, suitability and prescribing requirements. Results and recovery vary.