PCLA Threads

What are PCLA Threads?

PCLA threads are made from a blend of poly-L-lactic acid and polycaprolactone. Both are polymers with long histories in medical use. Combined, they create a thread strong enough to reposition tissue yet flexible enough to adapt to natural movement.

Once inserted, they act on two levels. First, they provide a mechanical lift by anchoring into tissue. This gives an immediate effect that patients can see in the mirror. Second, as they gradually dissolve, they stimulate fibroblasts to produce collagen and elastin. The new support structure remains long after the threads themselves are gone.

Unlike dermal fillers that focus on volume or contour, threads change the framework beneath the skin. They are not about adding, but about repositioning and reinforcing.

Types of PCLA Threads

PCLA Mono Threads

These are smooth, fine threads. They are not designed to pull or lift but to stimulate collagen. Practitioners place them in large numbers to improve skin tone, reduce fine lines, and increase firmness. Common sites include cheeks, jawline, forehead, and neck. Patients see gradual improvement as the skin responds to the threads.

Cog and Cone Threads PCLA

These threads are made with small barbs, cogs, or cones. The design lets them anchor into tissue. When placed along the cheeks or jawline, they lift sagging areas and hold them in a higher position. Over time, the collagen response strengthens the lift. They are chosen for patients with visible sagging who want a defined contour without invasive surgery.

PCLA Screw Threads

PCLA screw threads are twisted, often in single or double form. The spiral shape gives volume and support in targeted areas. They are useful for softening folds, improving nasolabial lines, or adding contour to the mid-face. Because they create more stimulation, they are often used where both volume and tightening are needed.

Top PCLA Threads Products

Kinami Health carries three professional PCLA thread options. Each has a different role, allowing clinics to choose the right tool for the patient’s needs.

• Rainbow Thread PCLA Heart Lifting 18G/100: A barbed design made for strong fixation and visible lift. Often placed in the mid-face or jawline to restore contour and definition.
• Rainbow Thread PCLA Screw 26G/110: A twisted thread that provides both subtle volume and firming. Useful for folds, hollow zones, and areas that need extra collagen stimulation.
• Rainbow Thread PCLA Mono 29G/38: A smooth, fine thread placed in higher numbers. Improves skin tone and elasticity, softens fine lines, and supports prevention in younger patients.

Clinics can order PCLA Threads Online through Kinami Health, securing authentic products that deliver reliable results in professional practice.

Benefits of PCLA Threads

The appeal of PCLA threads lies in dual action. Patients walk out with an immediate change — cheeks look lifted, jawlines defined. Then, over months, the collagen response strengthens. This two-step effect sets threads apart from treatments that fade quickly.

Recovery is shorter than surgery. Bruising, swelling, and tenderness are normal but temporary. Most patients return to daily activities within a few days. Results last 12 to 18 months, sometimes longer, depending on thread type and skin quality.

Clinics value how versatile PCLA threads are. They fit younger patients who want early prevention and older patients who need visible lifting. They also work well alongside other treatments. Fillers replace volume, energy devices tighten skin, and threads reposition tissue. Together, they create results that look more balanced.

PCLA Threads Treatment Areas

Threads are most often used in the face. Barbed threads lift cheeks, restore jawlines, and improve nasolabial folds. Mono threads soften fine wrinkles around the mouth or forehead. Screw threads add subtle contour where volume has been lost.

The neck is another common area. Threads tighten loose skin and improve definition. Beyond the face, PCLA threads are used on arms, abdomen, and thighs to address sagging. Their ability to trigger collagen makes them adaptable across different zones.

Who is a Good Candidate for PCLA Threads

Good candidates are patients with mild to moderate skin laxity. They may have early sagging along the jaw or cheeks, or fine wrinkles that creams no longer improve. They should understand that results are not as dramatic as a facelift but are still noticeable.

Patients with good skin quality respond best. Very thin or heavily sun-damaged skin may need combined treatments. Threads are also not ideal for those with bleeding disorders, severe allergies, or unrealistic expectations. Careful consultation ensures patients understand both benefits and limits.

The best candidates are also those willing to accept gradual change. The first lift is visible right away, but the long-term benefit comes from collagen production over months. Patients who keep up with healthy skincare routines and avoid smoking often see better outcomes and longer-lasting results. Threads work best when seen as part of a wider plan for skin health, not as a one-time fix.

Potential Side Effects

Side effects happen but are usually minor. Bruising and swelling appear at insertion points and fade within days. Tenderness, tightness, or a pulling sensation may last a little longer but settle as tissue adjusts.

More unusual effects include infection, asymmetry, or thread visibility under thin skin. These risks are minimized by sterile technique, proper placement, and the use of only authentic cosmetic threads. Patients are advised to avoid rubbing or pressing the area and to follow aftercare instructions closely.

When handled correctly, threads are among the safer lifting options. Their biocompatible material dissolves naturally, leaving only new collagen behind.