Profhilo

Profhilo

Dr Martyn King | Cosmedic Skin Clinic | Staffordshire

Profhilo is an advanced injectable skin remodelling treatment designed to improve skin hydration, firmness, elasticity, and overall skin quality. Unlike traditional dermal fillers, Profhilo does not add volume or alter facial contours. Instead, it stimulates the skin’s natural production of collagen and elastin, helping to create a smoother, firmer, and more radiant complexion.

Profhilo is particularly effective for treating skin laxity and crepey skin, making it a popular choice for patients seeking natural-looking rejuvenation with minimal downtime.

Summary

• Procedure time: 20–30 minutes
• Downtime: Minimal (small bumps may be visible for 12–24 hours)
• Discomfort: Mild stinging
• Anaesthetic: Usually not required; topical anaesthetic can be used if preferred
• Onset of results: 4-7 days, usually 2 treatments required to achieve desired results
• Peak/final results: 4–8 weeks after the second treatment
• Duration: 6–12 months
• Maintenance: 2 initial sessions 4 weeks apart, then maintenance every 6 months

Pricing

Prices may vary depending on the treatment area and whether Profhilo is combined with other treatments.

• 1 Profhilo treatment: £325
• 2 Profhilo treatments (Course): £600
• Maintenance treatment (6 monthly): £300

How it works

Profhilo contains one of the highest concentrations of pure hyaluronic acid available in injectable treatments. It is injected into specific points in the skin using the Bio Aesthetic Points (BAP) technique, allowing the product to spread evenly beneath the skin.

Rather than acting as a filler, Profhilo works by stimulating fibroblasts to produce collagen and elastin. This improves skin texture, hydration, firmness, and elasticity over time.

The treatment is quick and minimally invasive, with most patients returning to normal activities immediately afterwards.

What areas can be treated

Profhilo is commonly used to treat:

• Face
• Neck
• Décolletage
• Other areas can be treated using Profhilo Body

It is especially effective for improving overall skin quality rather than targeting individual wrinkles.

Am I suitable?

You may be suitable if you:

• Notice dull, dehydrated, or ageing skin
• Have mild to moderate skin laxity
• Want natural-looking skin rejuvenation
• Prefer a treatment that improves skin quality rather than facial volume
• Are in good general health

You may not be suitable if you:

• Are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Have an active skin infection in the treatment area
• Have severe allergies to hyaluronic acid products
• Have certain autoimmune or inflammatory skin conditions

A full medical consultation is required before treatment.

Pre-treatment advice

Before treatment:

• Avoid alcohol for 24 hours
• Avoid aspirin and anti-inflammatory medication unless prescribed
• Stay well hydrated
• Arrive with clean skin and minimal makeup
• Inform your practitioner of any medications, allergies, or recent skin treatments

Post-treatment advice

After treatment:

• Avoid touching or massaging the treated area for 24 hours
• Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours
• Avoid heat exposure (saunas, steam rooms, sunbeds) for 24–48 hours
• Avoid alcohol for 24 hours
• Small injection-site bumps may be visible for several hours and usually settle within 24 hours (slightly longer on the neck)
• Mild swelling or bruising may occur temporarily

Side-effects & complications

Common (temporary):

• Redness at injection sites
• Mild swelling
• Bruising
• Tenderness
• Small temporary bumps

Less common:

• Prolonged swelling
• Minor asymmetry
• Delayed inflammatory reaction

Rare:

• Infection
• Allergic reaction
• Vascular complications (very rare when administered correctly)

Profhilo is generally well tolerated and has an excellent safety profile when performed by an experienced medical practitioner.

Benefits

• Improves skin hydration
• Stimulates collagen and elastin production
• Enhances skin firmness and elasticity
• Smooths fine lines and crepey skin
• Creates a natural, radiant glow
• Minimal downtime and quick treatment
• Suitable for both face and body rejuvenation
• Natural-looking results without adding volume

Advice from Dr Martyn King

Dr Martyn King, Cosmedic Skin Clinic, Staffordshire

“Profhilo is one of my favourite treatments for improving overall skin quality. It doesn’t change your facial features or add unnecessary volume; instead, it restores hydration, firmness, and skin health from within. The results are subtle, elegant, and naturally rejuvenating.”