The first of its kind, Profhilo® is a revolutionary 'beneath the skin' hyaluronic acid moisturising treatment, made with the patented NAHYCO® technology. This results in a unique hyaluronic acid injectable gel, which has a prolonged stimulating activity on the dermal cells. When injected into skin, Profhilo stimulates the skin cell receptors to counteract skin laxity and improve and restore firmness of the skin. Profhilo® is not a dermal filler or bio-revitaliser, it is a bio-remodelling product, which is a new category in injectable moisturiser.

The most common areas of treatment include the face and neck and can also be used for the décolletage, hands, arms, knees and abdomen area where it would effectively treat skin laxity. The treatment is suitable for men and women as well as offering skin benefits for patients of all ages.

Profhilo® works in a course of 2 or 3 treatments, 4 weeks apart. On the face, only 5 injection points are necessary on each side of the face to give maximum results.

Profhilo® acts as a hydrator rather than a filler. It is injected just under the surface of the skin, where it disperses quickly (due to the lack of BDDE cross-linking agent) and reacts with your own tissues to instantly boost hydration. Over the following 4 weeks, phase 2 will boost collagen and elastin production within the dermis. This helps to give the skin a youthful, plump, smooth and firm appearance.

The effects of Profhilo® last for around 4-6 months after your second treatment. To help maintain the effects of Profhilo® we recommend that you have a treatment every 9-12 months.

There are no long-term side-effects with Profhilo® as it is metabolised by the body completely. The risk of any allergic reaction is substantially reduced due to the lack of any synthetic chemicals such as BDDE.

Some people can experience some redness, slight bruising, tenderness and possible itching at the injection sites, but these will subside in a few hours to a day and is totally natural.

There is no downtime with Profhilo®. However, it’s advisable to avoid alcohol, aspirin or anti-inflammatory medication in the 24 hours prior to the treatment. Vitamin C and Vitamin E can also increase the likelihood of bruising, but it is fine to use 48 hours after.

Immediately afterwards, it’s important to avoid wearing make-up and strenuous exercise such as going to the gym, swimming or extreme sports and hot steam rooms and saunas for at least 24 hours.

If you are new to injectable’s and want a more subtle look than fillers, or you are not ready yet to have dermal fillers, Profhilo® may be the best treatment for you. In some circumstances it may be considered by your practitioner that the quality of your skin may need to improve before introducing other treatments.

Profhilo® delivers great results as a treatment on its own or in combination with other injectable and skin treatments. Profhilo® actually compliments all other aesthetic or cosmetic procedures by significantly improving the tissue quality, tightening it and giving support to the structures underneath.

Do not touch or apply make-up to the area treated until the next day to avoid infection from bacteria transferred. Avoid exercise for 48 hours Do not expose yourself to high / low temperatures Do not have any other injectable treatments to the area for 4 weeks after each injection Avoid UV exposure and wear an SPF 30 minimum