Sunekos Skin Booster Leeds
Sunekos is an injectable skin booster that combines hyaluronic acid with a patented blend of amino acids to improve skin quality from within, boosting hydration, elasticity and firmness without adding volume. At Skinfinity in Leeds, every Sunekos treatment is doctor-led in a CQC-registered clinic, and it's especially popular for delicate areas like the under-eyes.
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What is Sunekos?
Sunekos is an injectable skin booster it's not a filler. It pairs low-molecular-weight hyaluronic acid with a patented complex of six amino acids (glycine, L-proline, L-leucine, L-lysine, L-alanine and L-valine) that give your skin the building blocks it needs to make its own collagen and elastin.
The distinction from filler matters: a filler adds volume to reshape an area, whereas Sunekos doesn't change your facial structure at all. Instead, it improves the quality of the skin, hydration, texture, elasticity and resilience for a fresher, more natural result.
How does Sunekos work?
As we age, the skin makes less collagen and elastin, which leads to dullness, fine lines, thinning and reduced firmness. Sunekos works by delivering hyaluronic acid and amino acids into the skin to stimulate fibroblasts, the cells responsible for regenerating the skin's support structure (the extracellular matrix).
In practice, it helps the skin do more of what younger skin does well: hold hydration, repair itself, and stay smooth and elastic. Results build gradually over a course of treatment as the skin regenerates.
Sunekos for under-eyes in Leeds
The under-eye area is where Sunekos comes into its own. The skin here is thin and delicate, prone to crepiness, dark circles and fine lines and it's an area where filler isn't always suitable.
Because Sunekos improves skin quality rather than adding volume, it can soften fine lines, improve thin or crepey under-eye skin and help a tired-looking eye area appear more rested, without the puffiness that volume can sometimes cause. For a deeper look at how Sunekos treats the eye area, read our guide to how Sunekos works for under-eyes and dark circles.
What areas can Sunekos treat?
Sunekos is versatile and is most often chosen for delicate or crepey areas where skin quality is the concern:
- under-eyes
- cheeks and forehead
- around the mouth
- neck and décolletage
- hands
It can also be used on the body to improve the appearance of crepey or photo-aged skin. Your doctor will recommend the right areas at consultation.
Sunekos Performa vs Sunekos 1200
At Skinfinity we primarily use Sunekos Performa, a premixed formulation designed for faster, more convenient treatment and Sunekos 1200 where more structural support is needed. (You may also see the original Sunekos 200 referred to elsewhere; Performa has largely replaced it in practice.)
Sunekos Performa is typically used for:
- fine lines and early skin ageing
- delicate areas such as the under-eyes
- improving hydration and elasticity
Sunekos 1200 is generally added when there is:
- more advanced skin ageing or deeper lines
- more noticeable skin laxity
- an area needing more structural support
Often both are used as part of a tailored plan. The right choice depends on your skin, age, treatment area and goals all confirmed at your consultation.
Sunekos vs Profhilo
Both are injectable skin boosters that improve skin quality, but they work differently. Sunekos combines hyaluronic acid and amino acids to stimulate collagen and elastin, which makes it well suited to delicate areas like the under-eyes and to fine lines and crepey skin. Profhilo uses high-concentration hyaluronic acid focused on deep hydration and overall remodelling, often chosen for broader laxity. Neither is universally better, for a full side-by-side, read our Sunekos vs Profhilo in Leeds guide, or let our doctor advise at consultation.
Sunekos vs polynucleotides
Both are regenerative and both treat the under-eye area well, but they use different ingredients. Sunekos uses hyaluronic acid with amino acids; polynucleotides use purified DNA fragments to drive deeper cellular repair. Our doctor uses both, sometimes within the same plan and will recommend the best fit for your skin.
Sunekos vs dermal filler
Dermal fillers add volume and structure; Sunekos does not. If your goal is to restore lost volume, a filler — or a collagen-stimulating option such as our Julaine biostimulator — may suit better. If your goal is healthier, better-quality skin, Sunekos is often the right choice.
Who is Sunekos suitable for?
Sunekos suits patients who want natural skin rejuvenation without added volume, particularly those noticing fine lines, dehydration, early laxity or crepey under-eye or neck skin, and those who aren't ready for filler.
It is not suitable if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have an active skin infection in the treatment area, or have a known allergy to any of its components. We take a full medical history at consultation to make sure it's safe and appropriate for you.
What happens during a Sunekos treatment?
Your treatment begins with a medical consultation to assess your skin and confirm Sunekos is right for you. A numbing cream can be applied for comfort, and the treatment itself takes around 20 to 30 minutes depending on the area, using a series of small injections. Most patients find it very manageable.
Sessions, results and how long it lasts
Most patients have a course of three to four sessions, spaced 7 to 14 days apart, because Sunekos works gradually and each session builds on the last. Many notice improved hydration and radiance within the first few days, with smoother texture and better elasticity developing over the following weeks.
Results typically last around six months, varying with age, skin condition and lifestyle. Maintenance sessions every few months help preserve them.
Downtime and aftercare
Downtime is minimal. You may have mild redness, small bumps at the injection sites, slight swelling or occasional bruising, usually settling within a few hours to a few days. We advise avoiding make-up for at least 24 hours and heat (saunas, steam, hot baths), intense exercise and alcohol for 24 to 48 hours. You'll receive personalised aftercare guidance.
How much does Sunekos cost in Leeds?
We believe in clear, upfront pricing. At Skinfinity:
- Sunekos Performa (face): £250 per session
- Sunekos 1200 (face): £300 per session
- Body: from £250 per session
Most patients achieve the best results with a course, and your doctor will confirm the right plan and total cost at consultation, with no pressure to proceed.
Why choose Skinfinity for Sunekos in Leeds
- Doctor-led — your treatment is carried out by a doctor, not delegated.
- CQC-registered clinic — we've chosen to register with the Care Quality Commission as voluntary, independent assurance of our standards, over and above what's required for aesthetics.
- A medical setting — within LivingCare Group Private Hospital at Thorpe Park, Leeds (LS15).
- Natural, honest results — conservative, skin-quality led, with honest advice on whether Sunekos is genuinely right for you.
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