Skin quality · Profhilo
Is Profhilo worth it? Cost, sessions and who it suits
Profhilo is one of the most popular skin treatments in aesthetics because it improves the quality of the skin across the whole face without changing your features. At Aurum Medical Aesthetics in Shirley, Solihull, a session costs £300, or £480 for the usual course of two sessions four weeks apart, with a top-up around every six months. Whether it is right for you depends on your skin, which is why every plan starts with a consultation.
If your skin has started to look tired, dry or a little less firm, Profhilo is probably one of the treatments you have come across. This guide explains what it does, who it suits, how many sessions you need and what it costs in Solihull, so you can decide whether it is worth it for you.
What is Profhilo?
Profhilo is an injectable made from hyaluronic acid that spreads beneath the skin to hydrate it and improve firmness, tone and radiance across the whole face.
It works on the quality of the skin. Dermal filler is placed to add volume or definition in a particular area. Profhilo is placed at a small number of points on each side of the face, usually five, and spreads out from there, so the improvement is even and natural.
Who is Profhilo good for?
Profhilo suits people whose main concern is the quality of their skin.
- Skin that looks dull or tired
- Dryness and dehydration that skincare alone has not fixed
- Fine, crepey lines, especially across the cheeks
- Skin that feels less firm or springy than it used to
It is also popular with people who want to look fresher without anyone being able to tell they have had treatment. If your main concern is deeper folds or volume loss, another treatment, such as Profhilo Structura or dermal filler, may suit you better. We will tell you honestly at your consultation.
How many Profhilo sessions do you need?
The usual course is two sessions four weeks apart, followed by a top-up around every six months.
The change is gradual, and the second session builds on the first. Many people notice their skin looks more hydrated within a few weeks of the first session, with the fuller effect developing after the second. After the course, a top-up around every six months helps maintain the improvement.
How much does Profhilo cost in Solihull?
At Aurum Medical Aesthetics, Profhilo is £300 per session, or £480 for the two-session course.
Every new patient starts with a New Patient Consultation. It costs £50, includes a full OBSERV 520x skin analysis, and is redeemable against any treatment or product. The analysis shows what is happening beneath the surface of your skin, so your plan is based on what your skin actually needs.
What happens during a Profhilo appointment?
The appointment takes about 45 minutes, and most people go straight back to their day afterwards.
We start by checking your medical history and talking through what you would like to improve. The injections themselves are quick. Small bumps can appear where the product was placed, and these usually settle within 24 hours. For the first 24 hours we advise avoiding make-up, strenuous exercise, saunas and alcohol, and you leave with written aftercare advice.
Profhilo or Profhilo Structura?
Profhilo focuses on hydration and skin quality across the face, while Profhilo Structura is designed for deeper structural support and early volume loss.
Both are given as two sessions four weeks apart and cost the same: £300 per session, or £480 for two. Your consultation and skin analysis show which suits your skin, and some people have both over time.
So, is Profhilo worth it?
If your skin looks tired, dry or less firm and you want a natural-looking improvement, Profhilo is well worth considering.
It is less suited to deeper folds or significant volume loss, and it is not a replacement for good skincare and sun protection. The best way to find out is a consultation, where we look at your skin properly and recommend only what will help.
Profhilo and the alternatives at a glance
| Profhilo | Profhilo Structura | Skinvive | Polynucleotides | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Hydration and firmness across the whole face | Deeper support and early volume loss | Smoothness and glow across the cheeks | Tired under-eyes and crepey skin |
| Price | £300, or £480 for two | £300, or £480 for two | £300 per 1ml | £250 per 2ml |
| Sessions | 2, four weeks apart, then every 6 months | 2, four weeks apart | 1 to 2, then about every 6 months | 2 to 3, three to four weeks apart |
| Downtime | Small bumps settle within 24 hours | Small bumps settle within 24 hours | Small bumps settle within 24 to 48 hours | Small bumps for a few hours |
A guide only. Your treatment and plan are confirmed at your consultation.
As with any treatment, individual results vary. Suitability, risks and alternatives are discussed fully at your appointment.
Frequently asked questions
After the first course of two sessions, most people have a top-up around every six months to maintain the improvement.
No. Profhilo is made from hyaluronic acid, like many fillers, but it spreads beneath the skin to improve hydration and firmness rather than adding volume or changing the shape of your face.
Most people find it very manageable. You may feel a brief sting at each point, and the injections themselves are over in a few minutes.
Often, yes. Profhilo works well alongside good skincare and other skin treatments, and we plan the timing at your consultation. If you are also booking a Skintrinsiq facial, leave at least 14 days after Profhilo.
Profhilo is £300 per session, or £480 for the course of two. Profhilo Structura is the same price.
At Aurum Medical Aesthetics, inside Anna Hudson Hair at 5 Farmhouse Way, Shirley, Solihull B90 4EH. There is free parking.
Wondering whether Profhilo is right for your skin? Book a consultation and we will start with your skin analysis.
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