RHA Filler
Filler is placed under the skin with a fine needle or a blunt cannula. Most visits take 15 to 30 minutes.
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RHA Filler vs Juvederm
RHA is the better pick for parts of the face that move a lot. It is a hyaluronic acid filler made to stretch and bend with your expressions, so it suits lines around the mouth and the folds beside the nose. Juvéderm is the better pick when you want firm structure. Its thicker products give more lift in the cheekbone and chin, and the family covers more areas. Both are hyaluronic acid, and both can be dissolved.
At a glance
| The difference | RHA Filler | Juvederm |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | Hyaluronic acid, gently cross-linked | Hyaluronic acid, firmly cross-linked |
| What it is best at | Areas that move | Areas that need lift |
| When you see the result | The same day | The same day |
| What it feels like | Injections, numbed | Injections, numbed |
| Cost | Priced per syringe | Priced per syringe |
Juvederm
Juvederm is a hyaluronic acid filler. It is placed with a needle or a blunt cannula.
Side by side
The differences that matter
What it is
RHA Filler
Hyaluronic acid, gently cross-linked
Made with less processing, which leaves the gel softer and more stretchy.
Juvederm
Hyaluronic acid, firmly cross-linked
The links between the strands are tighter, which makes the gel hold its shape harder.
What it is best at
RHA Filler
Areas that move
Lines around the mouth, the folds from nose to mouth, and lips. It bends with a smile instead of sitting stiff.
Juvederm
Areas that need lift
Cheekbones, chin and jaw. Voluma is one of the firmer gels on the market and holds a projected shape.
How the family is split
RHA Filler
Four gels, thin to thick
RHA Redensity for fine lip lines, then RHA 2, 3 and 4 as they get thicker and go deeper.
Juvederm
Several gels, thin to thick
Volbella is the softest, then Vollure and Ultra, with Voluma the thickest for cheeks.
When you see the result
RHA Filler
The same day
Juvederm
The same day
How long it lasts
RHA Filler
Around a year to eighteen months
Depends far more on the area than on the brand.
Juvederm
Around a year, longer in the cheek
Thin gels in the lips fade faster. The cheek product can run closer to two years.
Can it be undone
RHA Filler
Yes
Juvederm
Yes
What it feels like
RHA Filler
Injections, numbed
Most RHA gels come with a numbing agent mixed in. Expect a few days of swelling and possible bruising.
Juvederm
Injections, numbed
The XC versions contain a numbing agent. Same swelling and bruising to plan for.
Side effects to expect
RHA Filler
Bruising, swelling, tenderness
Lumps and small bumps are usually a placement issue and can be dissolved.
Juvederm
Bruising, swelling, tenderness
Same list. Firmer gels can feel more obvious under thin skin if placed too shallow.
Cost
RHA Filler
Priced per syringe
Usually in the same range as other branded hyaluronic acid fillers.
Juvederm
Priced per syringe
The thicker cheek products often cost more per syringe than the thin ones.
The at-home or drugstore version
RHA Filler
A hyaluronic acid serum
A serum draws water into the top layer of skin for a few hours. RHA is placed millimetres down.
Juvederm
A hyaluronic acid serum
Same molecule, same limit. No cream can put a gel under the skin, so no serum replaces either one.
Who each suits
RHA Filler
- Best for — Lines around a mouth that moves, and anyone who dislikes a stiff look.
- The mindset — You want it to look like nothing was done.
Juvederm
- Best for — Cheekbone, chin and jaw structure.
- The mindset — You want visible shape, not just smoothing.
Common questions
Questions Patients Ask
Is RHA filler better than Juvederm?
Not overall. RHA is softer and stretches with movement, which suits lines around the mouth. Juvéderm has firmer gels that give more lift in the cheek and chin.
Are RHA and Juvederm both hyaluronic acid?
Yes. Both are hyaluronic acid gels, and both can be dissolved with hyaluronidase if you dislike the result.
Which RHA product is like Juvederm Voluma?
RHA 4 is the thickest gel in the RHA range and is the closest match for deep cheek work. Voluma is still the firmer of the two.
Does RHA look more natural than Juvederm?
In areas that move a lot, some injectors find it does, because the gel bends instead of holding rigid. In a still area such as the cheekbone the difference is hard to see.
Which one lasts longer?
They are broadly similar, around a year to eighteen months. The area treated changes the number far more than the brand does.
Can I switch from Juvederm to RHA?
Yes. You do not have to remove the old filler first, though your injector may want to see how much is still there before adding more.