2026 has brought several new U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approvals that expand where aesthetic injectables can be used. Here are three of the most notable.
1. SKINVIVE by JUVÉDERM for neck lines (June 2026)
On June 16, 2026, Allergan Aesthetics announced FDA approval of SKINVIVE by JUVÉDERM to reduce horizontal neck lines, sometimes called “tech neck,” in adults over 21. It is the first and only hyaluronic acid injectable approved for this use. It was already approved for smoothing the cheeks. Medscape reported that the FDA requires providers to complete a training program before they can buy and administer the product for this use, and that it has not yet been studied in people with darker skin tones.
2. Restylane Contour for temple hollowing (March 2026)
Galderma announced in March 2026 that the FDA approved Restylane Contour to correct temple hollowing in adults 21 and older. Temple volume loss is a common sign of aging, according to a Grand View Research market report. The product was already approved for cheek augmentation and midface contour.
3. Radiesse for décolleté wrinkles (April 2026)
According to the same report, Merz Aesthetics announced in April 2026 that the FDA approved Radiesse for wrinkles in the décolleté, the upper chest area.
What these approvals mean for patients
New indications mean these uses have been tested in clinical trials and reviewed by regulators. Patients who travel to Tijuana for aesthetic treatment can use this as a checklist:
- Ask for the brand and see the box. Genuine products come sealed, with lot numbers you can record.
- Ask about the indication. FDA approval covers specific areas. Not every place a product is injected is an approved use.
- Check COFEPRIS registration. In Mexico, injectables should be registered with COFEPRIS.
- Choose a qualified injector. Look for a physician trained in dermatology or plastic surgery.
Resumen en español
En 2026, la FDA aprobó nuevas indicaciones para inyectables estéticos: SKINVIVE by JUVÉDERM para líneas del cuello (junio), Restylane Contour para el hundimiento de las sienes (marzo) y Radiesse para arrugas del escote (abril). Para pacientes que buscan tratamientos en Tijuana, se recomienda pedir ver el empaque original, preguntar por la indicación aprobada, verificar el registro ante COFEPRIS y elegir a un médico capacitado.
Sources: AbbVie, June 16, 2026; Medscape, June 18, 2026; Grand View Research, 2026.
This article is for general information and is not medical advice.
