If you have been researching ways to restore radiance, firmness, and hydration to your skin, you may have come across the name Profhilo. Over the past few years, this innovative injectable treatment has become one of the most talked-about skin rejuvenation options in the UK, and for good reason. At Kat & Co in Edgbaston, Birmingham, we are proud to offer Profhilo as part of our advanced aesthetics menu, and the results continue to impress patients across the West Midlands.
But what exactly is Profhilo, how does it work, and is it right for you? Here is everything you need to know.
Profhilo is a high-concentration injectable hyaluronic acid (HA) treatment that works differently from traditional dermal fillers. Rather than adding volume or sculpting specific features, Profhilo is classified as a bio-remodeller. It spreads beneath the skin, deeply hydrating the tissue and stimulating the production of four different types of collagen and elastin. The result is skin that looks visibly firmer, smoother, and more luminous from the inside out.
Developed by Italian pharmaceutical company IBSA, Profhilo has been available in the UK since 2015 and has earned an outstanding safety record. It is one of the highest concentration HA products on the market, making it extraordinarily effective at transforming overall skin quality.
This is one of the most common questions we hear at Kat & Co. While both Profhilo and dermal fillers are injectable treatments containing hyaluronic acid, they serve very different purposes.
Dermal fillers are designed to add volume to specific areas, such as the cheeks, lips, or jawline, and they stay localised where they are injected. Profhilo, on the other hand, is ultra-fluid and designed to spread through the skin, delivering deep hydration across a wider area and triggering the skin's own repair and renewal mechanisms. It will not plump your lips or define your cheekbones; instead, it improves the overall quality, texture, and tone of your skin.
Think of fillers as a sculpting tool and Profhilo as a deep conditioning treatment for your skin.
Profhilo is particularly effective for addressing a range of skin concerns, including skin laxity and loss of firmness in the face, neck, and hands; fine lines and crepey skin texture; dull, dehydrated, or tired-looking skin; early signs of ageing where volume loss is not yet the primary concern; and overall skin quality improvement as part of a preventative approach to skincare.
Many patients in Birmingham come to us after noticing that their skin has lost its youthful glow, or that it feels less elastic than it once did. Profhilo is an ideal treatment for addressing these changes in a subtle, natural-looking way.
At Kat & Co, Profhilo is administered by our highly experienced practitioners using the Bio Aesthetic Points (BAP) technique. This means the product is injected into five specific anatomical points on each side of the face, allowing it to flow naturally through the tissue and bio-remodel the skin from within. Each session takes around 30 minutes and is generally well tolerated, with minimal discomfort.
The standard Profhilo protocol involves two treatment sessions spaced four weeks apart. This two-session course is when the bio-remodelling process truly takes effect, with results continuing to improve in the weeks following your second appointment.
There is very little downtime associated with Profhilo. Some patients may notice mild redness, small bumps, or slight swelling at the injection sites immediately after treatment, but these typically resolve within 24 hours. Most patients return to their normal routines on the same day.
Profhilo delivers gradual, natural-looking improvements rather than an immediate dramatic change. After your first session, you may notice a subtle improvement in skin hydration and texture. It is following the second session, around four to six weeks later, that most patients see the most noticeable transformation.
Patients commonly report visibly firmer and more lifted skin, improved skin texture and smoothness, a healthy and well-rested radiance, and a reduction in fine lines and crepey areas. The results are appreciated precisely because they look completely natural. Nobody will know you have had a treatment; they will simply notice that you look refreshed and revitalised.
Results from a Profhilo course typically last around six months, although this varies between individuals depending on factors such as age, skin type, lifestyle, and how actively the skin responds to treatment. Many patients at Kat & Co choose to return for a maintenance session every six months to sustain and build on their results over time, making it an excellent long-term investment in skin health.
Profhilo is a versatile treatment suitable for a wide range of patients. It is particularly well suited to those in their mid-30s and above who are beginning to notice changes in skin firmness or hydration, though younger patients with a focus on prevention can benefit too. The treatment is also suitable for the neck, decolletage, and hands, making it a popular choice for patients looking to address signs of ageing beyond the face.
Profhilo is not recommended for patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding, or for those with certain autoimmune conditions. During your consultation at Kat & Co, our team will take a thorough medical history and discuss your skin concerns in detail to ensure Profhilo is the right treatment for you.
If you are ready to restore radiance and firmness to your skin with a treatment that works with your body's own natural renewal processes, Profhilo could be exactly what you have been looking for. At our clinic in Edgbaston, Birmingham, we combine clinical expertise with a warm and personalised approach to help you achieve results you will love.
Book your Profhilo consultation at Kat & Co today and take the first step towards beautifully revitalised skin.
