Why Skin Changes With Age
Changes in skin texture and firmness can become more noticeable with age. Skin may look less supple, feel drier or develop a crepey appearance, particularly around the face and neck. Profhilo is an injectable treatment designed to improve skin quality and address skin laxity.
Understanding its ingredients, intended benefits and treatment process can help you decide what to discuss with your dermatologist.
What Is Profhilo?
Profhilo is a hyaluronic acid-based injectable treatment developed by IBSA. It belongs to the category of skin bioremodelling treatments, which aim to improve the condition and firmness of the skin.
The manufacturer indicates Profhilo for tissue remodelling and improvement of skin laxity on the face and neck. Treatment must be administered by a qualified medical professional following an assessment of your skin and medical history.
Key Ingredients in Profhilo
Standard Profhilo contains 64 mg of hyaluronic acid in a 2 ml prefilled syringe, combining:
- 32 mg of high molecular weight hyaluronic acid
- 32 mg of low molecular weight hyaluronic acid
Hyaluronic acid helps retain moisture. In Profhilo, the combination of different molecular weights is designed to support hydration and tissue remodelling.
What Skin Concerns Can Profhilo Address?
Profhilo is intended for people seeking improvement in skin quality, particularly where the skin has begun to lose firmness. Concerns discussed during consultation may include:
- Mild skin laxity on the face or neck
- Reduced elasticity and suppleness
- Dehydrated-looking skin
- Crepey skin texture
The Benefits of Profhilo: What You Can Realistically Expect
Improved hydration: Its hyaluronic acid formulation supports moisture retention, which may help skin look and feel more supple.
Support for firmness and elasticity: Profhilo is designed to remodel tissue and improve skin laxity. The manufacturer describes improvements in firmness and tone.
Gradual skin-quality improvement: The treatment aims to produce changes that develop over time. The extent of improvement varies with the individual and the condition of the treated skin.
Profhilo should not be presented as a guaranteed solution for wrinkles, severe sagging or every sign of ageing.
What Happens During a Profhilo Treatment?
The process begins with a consultation. Your clinician reviews your concerns, medical history, allergies, medication and any previous aesthetic procedures before deciding whether treatment is appropriate.
If you proceed, the skin is cleaned and Profhilo is administered through injections at selected points. The injection technique and treatment plan depend on the area being treated.
A commonly recommended initial course consists of two sessions approximately one month apart. Further treatment is based on reassessment rather than a fixed schedule for everyone.
Results and Maintenance After Profhilo
Results should be assessed over time rather than immediately after injection. Early swelling can affect how the treated area looks, so an immediate photograph does not reliably show the final outcome.
The degree and duration of improvement vary. Your clinician can explain realistic expectations, arrange a review and discuss whether maintenance treatment is appropriate.
Side Effects and Recovery: What to Watch For
Possible reactions include redness, swelling, tenderness, bruising and small raised areas around the injection sites. Published safety reporting describes local reactions following treatment; individual recovery can differ.
Follow the specific aftercare instructions provided by your treating clinician, including advice about skincare, makeup, exercise and other procedures. Ask the clinic how to contact them if a reaction is unexpected or worsening.
Is Profhilo Right for You?
Suitability depends on your skin condition, medical history and treatment goals. Tell your clinician about pregnancy or breastfeeding, allergies, ongoing medication and any active infection or inflammation in the proposed treatment area.
A consultation is the best starting point for understanding whether Profhilo can address your concerns and what level of improvement is realistic. At Pandit Clinic, Dr. Sharvari Pandit offers personalised dermatology consultations to help you determine whether Profhilo is appropriate for your skin.
This article provides general information about standard Profhilo and does not replace an individual medical assessment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Profhilo Treatment
Dr. Sharvari Pandit
MBBS, DDV (Skin & VD), MD (SEY )Meet the Doctor
Dermatologist, Venereologist & Trichologist
Dr. Sharvari Pandit is a Consultant Dermatologist, Venereologist & Trichologist at Pandit Clinic. She has an experience of more than 10 years and acts as a visiting consultant at MMF’s Joshi Hospital, Ramkrishna Math Polyclinic, Skin Solutions clinic, Sanjeevan Hospital, Police Hospital, Pune and SRPF’s Hospital, Pune. Dr. Sharvari’s areas of special interest include aesthetic surgeries, Laser hair reduction, skin and facial rejuvenation, anti-ageing treatments (like HA Fillers and Botulinum Toxin) and hair fall treatments.
Dr. Sharvari Pandit
MBBS, DDV (Skin & VD), MD (SEY )Meet the Doctor
Dermatologist, Venereologist & Trichologist
Dr. Sharvari Pandit is a Consultant Dermatologist, Venereologist & Trichologist at Pandit Clinic. She has an experience of more than 10 years and acts as a visiting consultant at MMF’s Joshi Hospital, Ramkrishna Math Polyclinic, Skin Solutions clinic, Sanjeevan Hospital, Police Hospital, Pune and SRPF’s Hospital, Pune. Dr. Sharvari’s areas of special interest include aesthetic surgeries, Laser hair reduction, skin and facial rejuvenation, anti-ageing treatments (like HA Fillers and Botulinum Toxin) and hair fall treatments.
