A numbing cream such as LMX4® or Emla™ is usually applied and left on the skin for 20–30 minutes. Profhilo® is then injected using a fine needle. You may feel some stinging or burning during the injections, but most of our clients find the procedure fairly comfortable.

The injections usually take 20–30 minutes, depending on the number of areas being treated. Mild tenderness and swelling in the treated areas is normal and usually resolves within days.

With Profhilo®, you may notice:

• Enhanced hydration and glow
• Firmer, tighter and more elastic skin
• Smoother texture and tone
• Softening of fine lines and wrinkles
• Healthier, more youthful-looking skin

Dermal filler restores volume and structure in specific areas. Profhilo® is a bioremodelling treatment: it spreads hydration through the skin and stimulates collagen and elastin, improving skin quality, texture and elasticity rather than adding volume.

This means it does not correct volume loss or sagging. Combining Profhilo® with other treatments often gives the best results, particularly where there are deeper static lines or lost volume. We will advise on the right combination for you at your consultation.

Profhilo® is very safe for skin of colour when performed correctly, by the right practitioner, at the right time and with the right skin preparation.

Skin changes after treatment appear differently in skin of colour, and specialist training is needed to recognise them. Our clinic specialises in monitoring these changes, tailoring the treatment to your skin tone and type, and managing the complications that are more likely to occur in skin of colour.

Most clients notice improvements within a few days, though full results may take up to 4 weeks after a second session, and can sometimes take up to two months from the first treatment. Your skin should look more hydrated, firmer, smoother and more youthful.

Profhilo® is not permanent, and its effects do gradually wear off. Results usually last up to 6 months, though this may be longer or shorter depending on your genetics, metabolism and lifestyle, and treatment can be repeated every 3 months to maintain your results.

We generally recommend at least 2 sessions spaced 4 weeks apart for optimal results, and most clients benefit from 2–3 sessions.

The skin cycle, the time it takes for old skin cells to be replaced by new ones, is usually 4–6 weeks, and it lengthens as we age. Most skin treatments need at least two skin cycles before improvement becomes visible.

Most of our clients find the procedure fairly comfortable and describe it as a mild stinging sensation. We apply numbing cream beforehand to help minimise any discomfort.

Profhilo® is widely used, well tolerated and very safe, but like any treatment it carries some risks. Common, expected effects are temporary and include redness, bumps at the injection sites, swelling, bruising, itching or tenderness, and temporary firmness or numbness, particularly in the first 24 hours.

Rarer risks include infection, allergic reactions, a bluish tinge to the skin, cold sore flare-ups, persistent swelling, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and vascular occlusion, where product enters a blood vessel. The hyaluronic acid we use can be dissolved if needed, so please contact us promptly with any concerns. Because every client is unique, we will discuss your individual risks in detail at your consultation.

Profhilo® is not suitable if you:

• Are pregnant, breastfeeding, trying to conceive or undergoing fertility treatment
• Are under 18
• Have an active infection, such as acne, an abscess or a cold sore, in the treatment area
• Have a known allergy to hyaluronic acid, local anaesthetics or bee stings, or a history of anaphylaxis
• Have a bleeding disorder, or are immunocompromised or on immunosuppressive therapy
• Are unwell or recovering from a recent illness
• Have had recent surgery, trauma or dental work in the treatment area

We take extra care if you have a history of keloid scarring or take blood thinners. Your doctor will review your suitability at your consultation.

Our Profhilo® treatments start at £250 per area. Please contact us to receive our full pricing list. We ask all our clients to book a consultation with our doctors before starting any treatment. We carefully prepare a bespoke plan for every client, and some treatments may not be suitable for everyone.