New cutting edge innovation revitalises sagging, lacklustre skin
Profhilo® delivers a powerful boost to the health of the skin and vitality and can even reverse the effects of ageing.
From around 30, we begin to notice our skin losing elasticity with fine lines developing. The leading cause of this is the inevitable decrease in hyaluronic acid (HA), a gooey substance produced naturally in the body. Known for its hydrating properties, HA plays an essential role in keeping our skin supple and firm. For many years, synthetic preparations of HA have been used to topically treat dry skin, improve texture, elasticity, and tone, and speed up wound healing. Injectable forms have also been developed. In penetrating the skin, HA injections get to the root of the problem and thus promise better results. A leader in the injectable category is Profhilo®, an exceptionally pure, liquid form of synthetic hyaluronic acid. Containing the highest concentration of HA available on the market, Profhilo® delivers a powerful boost to the health of the skin and vitality and can even reverse the effects of ageing.
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How does Profhilo® work?
A specialist aesthetics doctor uses a small, fine needle to inject the ingredient into the upper layers of a patient’s skin. With its fluid consistency, the HA used in Profhilo® treatments disperses effortlessly into the skin, ensuring proper penetration so that it creates a “scaffold” for the surrounding tissues. Hyaluronic acid is then released slowly to stimulate the production of collagen, which gives the skin its firmness, and elastin, which keeps the skin tight. Triggered beneath the skin, this process is called bio-remodelling. It’s a new category in the injectable market, making the treatment the latest of its kind in skin rejuvenating treatments. Skin Renewal Illovo is the first company to launch Profhilo®bio-remodelling in South Africa.
How long does it take before patients notice results?
Within three to five days of treatment, patients see better skin tone, texture, and hydration. Fine lines are also less noticeable.
What is the difference between Profhilo® and other wrinkle injection treatments?
Profhilo® is a full-face overhaul that delivers outstanding skin rejuvenation and renewed strength, leaving patients with healthier, glowing skin. It works on skin quality rather than muscle movement, which causes wrinkles and which Botulinum Toxin (commercially known as Botox®) treats. Profhilo® also doesn’t replace Dermal Fillers that target loss of volume in the fat pads or fill specific lines. The different treatments are not incompatible though. Patients who have Profhilo® treatment can still have other injectables performed.
Is Profhilo® used only on the face?
The neck, décolletage, hands, arms, and knees can all be treated.
Who should consider Profhilo® treatment?
The treatment is suitable for men and women of all ages and skin types. Being the answer to sagging skin that needs the boosting effect of ultra-hydration, Profhilo® bio-remodelling is especially recommended for patients with any of the following conditions:
- Dull, tired, dehydrated skin
- Skin volume loss
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Skin laxity and a crepe-like texture
- Sagging skin
How long does a Profhilo® treatment session take?
Treatment takes 30 minutes. For maximum benefit, two treatments four weeks apart are recommended. Results last six months.
What side effects should patients anticipate?
Hyaluronic acid is generally safe to use and has few reported side effects. Once injected, it disperses quickly beneath the skin to improve hydration. There is no need for massaging the area during the treatment, nor is there a risk of leaving lumps or nodules. As with all non-surgical treatments, there is a slight risk of minor bruising or swelling at the injection sites. These reactions are rare and generally subside quickly when they do occur.
Is there any post-treatment downtime?
Profhilo® bio-remodelling requires no anaesthetic, which means recovery is quick. It is recommended that patients avoid UV exposure, saunas, and vigorous sporting activity for a few days. Visit Skin Renewal Illovo to book a treatment or a consultation with one of the company’s highly skilled aesthetic specialists.
