Most pages on the best dermal filler in Malaysia are lists of clinics or brand rankings. This guide compares the brands themselves, using what studies actually measured. You will see how each gel is made and how it did against rival brands in the same patients. You will also see how firm each gel is, how easily it dissolves, and what it costs in the Klang Valley.
It covers the five brands on our treatment menu: Juvederm, Restylane, Radiesse, Sculptra and Ellansé. Two other HA brands, Belotero and Teosyal RHA, are included because they often come up in research and in quotes.
It is written by BeauLife Clinic, an MOH-registered aesthetic clinic (KKLIU 1970/2019) with LCP-certified doctors, operating since 2017 at five Klang Valley branches: Bukit Jalil, Cheras, Puchong, Subang Jaya and Ampang.
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To start, a dermatologist explains the four main differences between Restylane and Juvederm, the two HA brands most people are quoted first.
Restylane vs Juvederm : 4 Major Differences Explained by a Dermatologist
1. Which dermal filler brands are used in Malaysia?
Quick Answer: Most clinics in Malaysia use a handful of international brands. Hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers include Juvederm (Allergan), Restylane (Galderma), Belotero (Merz) and Teosyal RHA (Teoxane). Collagen-building fillers include Radiesse (Merz), Sculptra (Galderma) and Ellansé (Sinclair). Each brand is a family of gels, so the product name matters more than the brand.
| Brand | Maker | Material and technology | Main products (HA mg/ml) | Dissolvable? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Juvederm | Allergan Aesthetics | HA; Vycross and Hylacross gels | Volbella (15), Volift (17.5), Voluma (20), Volux (25), Ultra (24) | Yes |
| Restylane | Galderma | HA; firm NASHA and flexible OBT gels | Restylane, Lyft, Silk, Kysse, Defyne, Refyne (all 20) | Yes |
| Belotero | Merz Aesthetics | HA; CPM gels | Balance (22.5), Intense (25), Volume (26) | Yes |
| Teosyal RHA | Teoxane | HA; RHA gels | RHA 1 (15), RHA 2 to 4 (23) | Yes |
| Radiesse | Merz Aesthetics | Calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres in a gel | Radiesse, Radiesse (+) | No |
| Sculptra | Galderma | Poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) microparticles | Sculptra | No |
| Ellansé | Sinclair | Polycaprolactone (PCL) microspheres in a gel | Ellansé, in versions that differ by how long they last | No |
Source: HA concentrations and makers from Sudharshan et al. 2025, Table 2, which gathered them from manufacturer and FDA information; non-HA details from Merz Aesthetics and BeauLife treatment pages, compiled November 2026. Belotero and Teosyal RHA are listed for comparison and are not on our treatment pages. Licence.
Three things in this table matter more than the logo on the box:
- The gel, not the brand. Juvederm Volbella and Volux are both “Juvederm”, but one is a soft lip gel and the other a firm jaw gel. Comparing brands only makes sense product by product.
- HA or not HA. HA fillers can be dissolved with an enzyme. Radiesse, Sculptra and Ellansé cannot, so the doctor’s skill and the plan matter even more.
- Instant fill or slow build. HA and Radiesse give a result on the day. Sculptra works gradually over weeks as your own collagen builds.
2. Is Juvederm or Restylane better? What head-to-head trials show
Quick Answer: Neither brand wins outright. In a split-face trial, Juvederm, Restylane and Belotero gave essentially equal smile-line results at 12 months. In a two-year cheek study, Belotero Volume kept 81% and Juvederm Voluma 66% of the volume measured at week four. Radiesse outlasted Restylane in folds, but it cannot be dissolved.
| Study and product | Result kept (bar, scale 0 to 100%) |
|---|---|
| Cheek volume kept at 2 years vs week 4, split-face 3D scans (Hong 2022) | |
| Belotero Volume | 81% |
| Juvederm Voluma | 66% |
| Restylane SubQ | Over 50% |
| Yvoire Contour | Over 50% |
| Smile lines still improved at 12 months, 60 people, split-face (Moers-Carpi and Tufet 2008) | |
| Radiesse (CaHA) | 79%; used 30% less volume |
| Restylane (NASHA) | 43% |
Source: peer-reviewed studies linked in each group, compiled by BeauLife Clinic, November 2026. Each study used its own measure, so compare within a group, not across groups. The 2-year cheek study reported “over 50%” for the two biphasic gels without an exact figure. Older trials such as these were often supported by a manufacturer. Licence.
Other comparisons point the same way:
- The big three HA brands performed alike. In a split-face trial of Belotero, Restylane and Juvederm Ultra in 40 people, smile-line severity fell from 2.3 to about 1.5 to 1.6 at 12 months with all three. The authors called the results essentially equivalent.
- Gel type inside HA made little difference. A 2026 network meta-analysis of 20 trials found no significant gap between smooth (monophasic) and particle-style (biphasic) HA gels for smile lines.
- CaHA lasted longer than HA in folds. In a 205-person trial, more Radiesse-treated folds were still improved at eight months than with three HA gels, and less product was used.
Choosing between Juvederm and Restylane is mainly about which gel suits your area. Our Restylane filler page explains how firm NASHA and flexible OBT gels differ.
3. Which filler is firmest, and which dissolves most easily?
Quick Answer: Firmness (G prime) and how easily a gel dissolves are not the same thing. In one lab study, firm Restylane Lyft dissolved with just 2.5 units of enzyme, while soft Restylane Kysse needed 100. Juvederm Volbella needed 10 units and Volux 120. Your doctor should know both values for the gel used.
| Product | HA (mg/ml) | Firmness, G′ (Pa) | Enzyme to dissolve 0.2 ml (units) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Juvederm Volbella | 15 | 159 | 10 |
| Juvederm Volift | 17.5 | 273 | 10 |
| Juvederm Voluma | 20 | 307 | 60 |
| Juvederm Volux | 25 | 650 | 120 |
| Juvederm Ultra XC | 24 | 76 | 120 |
| Restylane Lyft | 20 | 545 | 2.5 |
| Restylane Silk | 20 | 344 | 40 |
| Restylane Defyne | 20 | 260 | 100 |
| Restylane Kysse | 20 | 156 | 100 |
| Restylane Refyne | 20 | 47 | 100 |
| Belotero Volume | 26 | 233.5 | 140 |
| Teosyal RHA 4 | 23 | 296 | 120 |
| Teosyal RHA 1 | 15 | 48 | 60 |
Source: Sudharshan et al. 2025 (Ophthalmic Plast Reconstr Surg; Table 2). G′ values were collected from earlier published measurements, which used different methods, so treat them as a rough ranking. Dissolving doses come from a lab dish test, not from patients, and are not a dosing guide. Licence.
How to read this as a patient:
- Firm gels hold shape. High-G′ gels such as Volux and Lyft are used where lift and structure are needed, like the jaw, chin and cheekbones. Our guide to jawline treatment options compares them with Botox and Radiesse.
- Soft gels move. Low-G′ gels such as Refyne, Volbella and Kysse suit lips and smile lines, where the face moves a lot.
- Every HA gel can be dissolved, but not equally easily. Some need many times more enzyme than others. This matters most in risky areas such as the under-eye, covered in our guide to filler for under eyes.
Want to know which gel suits your face, not just which brand?
A BeauLife doctor can match the product to each area and explain how it would be corrected if needed, before any injection.
Compare Sculptra with HA filler4. How much does dermal filler cost in Malaysia by brand?
Quick Answer: At BeauLife in the Klang Valley, Restylane typically costs RM 1,200 to 3,500 per 1 ml syringe and Kysse RM 1,500 to 2,500. Juvederm Volbella is about RM 1,800 to 2,500 and Voluma RM 2,500 to 3,500 per syringe. Sculptra is about RM 2,500 to 4,000 per vial, Ellansé RM 2,800 to 4,500 per 1 ml, and Radiesse is quoted after assessment.
| Product (per unit) | Price range (bar, scale RM 0 to 5,000) | Usual result length | Dissolvable? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Restylane range (1 ml) | About RM 1,200 to 3,500 | About 6 to 18 months | Yes |
| Restylane Kysse (1 ml) | About RM 1,500 to 2,500 | Up to about 1 year | Yes |
| Juvederm Volbella (syringe) | About RM 1,800 to 2,500 | Up to about 1 year in lips | Yes |
| Juvederm Voluma (syringe) | About RM 2,500 to 3,500 | About 1 to 2 years | Yes |
| Sculptra (vial) | About RM 2,500 to 4,000; usually 2 to 3 sessions | Up to about 2 years | No |
| Ellansé (1 ml) | About RM 2,800 to 4,500 | About 1 to 4 years | No |
| Radiesse (syringe) | Quoted after assessment | About 12 to 18 months | No |
Source: BeauLife Clinic treatment pages, November 2026. Prices are typical Klang Valley ranges; your exact quote follows a consultation. Result length varies with the area, amount and your own metabolism. Licence.
What changes the total:
- Number of syringes. Lips often need one; a full jawline can take two to four.
- Courses. Sculptra is a series of sessions, so compare the plan, not the price of one vial.
- Top-ups. A cheaper gel that lasts six months can cost more over two years than a pricier one that lasts longer.
Price alone will not tell you the best dermal filler in Malaysia for your face. Our Juvederm liquid facelift page shows how syringe counts add up for a midface or full-face plan.
5. Which type of filler suits which area?
Quick Answer: Soft, flexible HA gels suit lips and fine lines. Firmer HA gels or Radiesse suit the chin, jaw and cheekbones. Sculptra suits gradual, all-over volume loss. Deep folds may need support higher up the face first. Very thin skin or dull texture usually needs a skin booster rather than filler.
| Goal | Products often used | Read more |
|---|---|---|
| Fuller, defined lips | Restylane Kysse, Juvederm Volbella | Restylane Kysse lip filler |
| Cheekbone lift and midface support | Juvederm Voluma, Restylane Lyft, Radiesse | Juvederm filler |
| Chin and jawline shape | Juvederm Volux, Restylane Defyne, Radiesse | jawline treatment guide |
| Deep smile lines and folds | Medium HA gels, sometimes cheek support first | instant deep wrinkle filler options |
| Gradual, all-over volume loss | Sculptra, Ellansé | Sculptra collagen stimulator |
| Under-eye hollows | Small amounts of a soft HA gel, only if suitable | under-eye filler guide |
People who search for the best dermal filler in Malaysia often find their face needs two products. A common plan uses a firm gel for structure at the cheek or jaw and a soft gel for the lips or folds. Others combine a collagen-building filler for overall support with a small amount of HA for detail.
Collagen-building fillers need extra care. Because Radiesse, Sculptra and Ellansé cannot be dissolved, they are usually avoided in the lips and under the eyes. Our Radiesse filler page explains where it is and is not used.
6. How do I check my filler is genuine and registered in Malaysia?
Quick Answer: In Malaysia, dermal fillers are medical devices and must be registered with the Medical Device Authority. Before treatment, check the doctor on the MeRITS register and ask to see the sealed box, with its lot number, opened in front of you. Keep a written record of the product and amount used.
Five checks before any filler treatment:
- Check the doctor. Look up the doctor on the MeRITS register and ask about their LCP (Letter of Credentialing and Privileging) for aesthetic medicine.
- See the sealed box. Ask to see the product box and syringe opened in front of you, with the brand, product name, lot number and expiry date.
- Ask about registration. Ask whether the product is registered with the Medical Device Authority (MDA) in Malaysia.
- Keep a record. Ask for the product name, lot sticker, amount and areas to be written in your record, so any future doctor knows what is there.
- Be wary of very low prices. Filler at a far lower price than the usual range, or offered outside a licensed clinic, is a warning sign.
You can search doctors on the MeRITS medical register. The Medical Device Authority regulates medical devices, including fillers, and has announced a hologram security label for registered devices that is being rolled out in phases. The US FDA also warns against buying fillers online or using unlicensed injectors.
Brand safety pages, such as Galderma’s Restylane safety information and Allergan’s Juvederm site, list who should not have filler. Our guide to choosing a safe aesthetic clinic in Malaysia explains clinic licences in more detail.
7. The short version
There is no single best dermal filler in Malaysia. In fair trials the leading HA brands perform alike. The right choice comes down to the product for each area, whether it can be dissolved, and the doctor injecting it. Collagen-building fillers can last longer but cannot be reversed. The BeauLife Clinic homepage lists every treatment and our five branches.
8. Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the best dermal filler in Malaysia?
There is no single best dermal filler in Malaysia. Head-to-head trials found Juvederm, Restylane and Belotero gave similar results in smile lines. The right choice depends on the area, whether you want a dissolvable HA gel, and the doctor’s experience with that product.
2. Is Juvederm better than Restylane?
Not overall. Both are HA filler families with soft and firm gels. In a split-face trial they gave essentially equivalent 12-month results in smile lines. The better choice is the specific gel that suits your area.
3. Which filler lasts the longest?
Collagen-building fillers such as Ellansé and Sculptra usually last longer than HA, often up to two years or more. Among HA gels, firmer cheek and jaw gels tend to last longer than lip gels. None lasts forever.
4. Can all dermal fillers be dissolved?
Only HA fillers, such as Juvederm, Restylane, Belotero and Teosyal RHA, can be dissolved, using an enzyme called hyaluronidase. Radiesse, Sculptra and Ellansé cannot be dissolved.
5. How much does dermal filler cost in Malaysia?
At BeauLife in the Klang Valley, HA filler typically starts from about RM 1,200 per 1 ml syringe, with Restylane up to about RM 3,500 and Juvederm Voluma RM 2,500 to 3,500. Your exact quote follows a consultation.
Not sure which filler suits your face?
WhatsApp us on +6016-251 7687. A BeauLife doctor will look at each area, explain which product fits and why, and give you the full price before anything starts. We open 10am–7pm on weekdays and 10am–5pm on weekends.
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