What is Profhilo®?
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.
One of the highest concentrations of hyaluronic acid on the market, Profhilo® not only boosts and hydrates the skin, but also remodels ageing and sagging tissue. 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.
How does Profhilo® treatment work?
Ultra-pure hyaluronic acid is precisely injected into the area being treated. Unlike wrinkle reducing and dermal filler treatments, Profhilo® stimulates collagen and elastin, attracting water in the deeper layers of the skin.
As a stabilised product, the activity on dermal cells will last longer than that of a non-stabilised gel. During this time the stimulation of four different types of collagen and elastin takes place by slow release of hyaluronic acid.
The stimulation results in significant tissue improvement. Profhilo® is more than a skin booster as it also has a significant tightening / lifting effect on the tissue.
What can Profhilo® be used to treat?
Profhilo® can be used for many different things to achieve subtle yet impactful results. Examples of how they can be used include:
- Facial skin laxity and dullness
- Fine lines and loss of elasticity
- Scarring
- The neck and décolletage
- Hands, arms, knees and abdomen area
What happens during a Profhilo® appointment?
To begin with, photos will be taken for your clinical records. Next, the skin will be numbed for around 15 minutes using a cream. It is then disinfected before treatment is started. The ProfhiloÒ is injected using a small sterile needle just under the surface of the skin. For the face, there are 5 injection points per side. For the rest of the body there are usually 10 injections per area being treated. Once the ProfhiloÒ has been placed, the area may be massaged using a healing gel. You will generally have a small bump in the skin per injection site. ProfhiloÒ requires 2 treatments spaced 4 weeks apart.
How soon before I see the results from Profhilo®?
Results are gradual from a few weeks after treatment, improving for another 3+ months.
How long do Profhilo® treatment results last?
Results will last 3-6 months so to maintain your ProfhiloÒ glow, we generally recommend a single maintenance session every 3 months, or to repeat the course of 2 (4 weeks apart) every 6 months.
Who can have Profhilo® treatment?
ProfhiloÒ injections are a safe and suitable treatment for most people. It is not suitable for those who are pregnant or nursing. Please book a consultation to discuss suitability further. At a consultation appointment we will discuss your medical history and confirm it is safe for you to proceed.
What should I do before Profhilo® treatment?
- It is recommended that you do not wear makeup to your appointment
- If possible, do not wear makeup on the day of treatment
- Avoid alcohol for 24 hours prior to treatment to help reduce the risk of bruising
- Avoid skin, beauty and other aesthetic treatments for 2 weeks prior to Profhilo treatment
- Avoid aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oils, vitamin A and vitamin E (unless prescribed to you) for 7 days prior to treatment unless prescribed, as these can increase your risk of bruising
- You must not have had any vaccinations (including Covid-19) in the last 3 weeks
- Do not undertake any invasive treatment for two weeks ahead of your appointment, including dental treatment, surgery or permanent makeup
- If you have a special event coming up, please ensure that you schedule your appointment well in advance. Keep in mind you may need more than one treatment so the earlier we see you to plan your appointments, the better
- Do not attend for ProfhiloÒ treatment if you have had a cold, flu, infection or vaccination in the last 2 weeks. You must be feeling well to have this treatment
- If you are planning to travel abroad, please contact us prior to your appointment to ensure you will be safe to do so post-treatment
- If you have a history of herpes/cold sores, please contact us in advance as you may require an anti-viral prescription prior to treatment
Please contact the clinic if you have any questions or concerns
What should I do after Profhilo® treatment?
Avoid exposure to UV and getting too hot for 48 hours after treatment, for example strenuous exercise, drinking alcohol, hot weather, sun beds, sauna, steam room. This is because heat causes increased blood flow which might cause increased swelling, discomfort and bruising. It may also increase your risk of infection
- You can keep the area cool with a cold compress, but do not press hard or apply ice as this can cause an injury
- Don’t have facial massages, facial electric stimulation, dermaroller, semi-permanent makeup, laser treatments, or microdermabrasion for 2 weeks after your treatment
- Don’t apply makeup or have a spray tan until 24 hours after treatment. This is to reduce the risk of infection
- Do not touch your face in the areas injected until the day after treatment to reduce the risk of reaction and infection
- For 48 hours, don’t apply pressure when cleansing your face. Use gentle strokes away from the eyes
- Do not use retinol, acids or other vitamin A products on the skin for 48 hours
Are Profhilo® injections safe?
Although there are risks associated with all treatments, overall this is considered a safe treatment with few reported adverse reactions. It is very important to book a consultation to discuss all possible risks with the clinician prior to treatment.
More common risks: mild swelling, bruising, redness, bleeding, bumps, tenderness at injection site
There are other risks to consider depending on where is being treated.
What should I expect after Profhilo® treatment?
Due to anaesthetic, you may feel numbness or tingling immediately after the procedure, and have some moderate swelling, redness, bruising and tenderness over the areas treated. Some people experience a dull ache, and tenderness over the treated areas which usually subsides between 48-72 hours. You can expect to see a bump at each injection site after treatment. A very small minority of bruises can last for 4-6 weeks. Some patients will not bruise at all.
