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ArticleJournal of cosmetic dermatology2025

Combination of Botulinum Toxin A and Hyaluronic Acid Improved Facial Pore Enlargement Caused by Acne.

Rongli Yang, Yiyang Bai, Chang Liu, Jintian Luo, Yajie Yang, Shaoli Cheng, Muyan Zou, Xin Mu

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Article in Journal of cosmetic dermatology, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 3 papers.

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8 authors.

Rongli YangDepartment of Dermatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China.
Yiyang BaiDepartment of Dermatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China.
Chang LiuDepartment of Dermatology, Weinan Central Hospital, Weinan, Shaanxi, China.
Jintian LuoZhongshan School of Medicine, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China.
Yajie YangDepartment of Dermatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China.
Shaoli ChengBasic Medical Experiment Teaching Center, Health Science Center, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China.
Muyan ZouMedical Department, Imeik Technology Development Co., Ltd., Beijing, China.
Xin MuDepartment of Dermatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5184-7496

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundAcne often leads to enlarged pores on the facial skin, seriously affecting the patient's appearance. Topical and oral medications have poor efficacy in some cases of severe pore enlargement.

objectiveThis study aimed to explore the clinical efficacy and safety of botulinum toxin A combined with hyaluronic acid in improving facial pore enlargement.

methodA retrospective study was conducted on 40 acne patients with enlarged pores. Botulinum toxin A and non-cross-linked hyaluronic acid compound were injected into the patient's face using mesotherapy with nine 32-gauge microneedles. VISIA was used to record the conditions of facial pores, texture, and porphyrins. The physician's assessment of the improvement score and the patient satisfaction evaluation are used to evaluate the treatment effect.

resultOne month after treatment, the combination of botulinum toxin and non-cross-linked hyaluronic acid compound significantly improved facial pore enlargement. Although the effects decreased, the conditions of facial pores, texture, and porphyrins 4 months after treatment still had a significant difference from those at baseline.

conclusionThe combination of botulinum toxin A and non-cross-linked hyaluronic acid compound is safe and effective in treating enlarged pores, indicating its promotional value.

Indexed as

Acne VulgarisBotulinum Toxins, Type ADermal FillersHyaluronic AcidAdolescentAdultCosmetic TechniquesDrug Therapy, CombinationFaceFemaleHumansInjections, IntradermalMalePatient SatisfactionRetrospective StudiesSkinBotulinum Toxins, Type ADermal FillersHyaluronic Acidbotulinum toxin Aenlarged poreshyaluronic acidtherapeutic effect

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PMID40271965
PMCPMC12020344

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