Profhilo Treatment in Islamabad

Profhilo treatment in Islamabad is a non-surgical injectable treatment that uses 64 mg of pure hyaluronic acid in 2 ml to tighten loose skin, restore deep hydration and soften fine lines without adding volume. A standard course is 2 sessions, 4 weeks apart, using 10 injection points. Results appear within 4–8 weeks, last about 6 months, and the Profhilo price in Islamabad starts from PKR 15,999 per session.

At Dermalase, A-103 Main Sumbal Road, F-10/1 Islamabad, Profhilo injections are assessed and performed by Dr. Shumaila Khan, an aesthetic physician with a Diploma in Dermatology from Cardiff (Wales, UK) and board certification from the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine (AAAM), practising with her clinical team since 2011.

Profhilo Quick Facts

What Is Profhilo?

Profhilo is an injectable hyaluronic acid (HA) treatment made by IBSA, an Italian-Swiss pharmaceutical company. It belongs to the skin booster category and is classified as a bio-remodelling injectable, which means it improves skin quality by stimulating collagen and elastin instead of filling lines or reshaping the face.

Is Profhilo an Injectable Treatment?

Yes. Profhilo is an injectable treatment delivered with a fine needle into the layer just below the skin. It is not a cream, serum, facial or laser. Because it is a medical injectable, Profhilo should only be given by a qualified doctor in a clinical setting.

What Is Profhilo Made Of?

Profhilo contains 32 mg of high-molecular-weight HA and 32 mg of low-molecular-weight HA in a 2 ml pre-filled syringe. IBSA’s patented NAHYCO® thermal process binds the two forms into hybrid cooperative complexes (HCCs). This process uses heat instead of chemical cross-linkers such as BDDE, so Profhilo is free of chemical stabilising agents.

Why Is Profhilo Different From Other HA Injectables?

Profhilo carries one of the highest HA concentrations available in a skin injectable, yet stays fluid enough to spread evenly under the skin. This spreading property allows the whole face to be treated with only 10 injection points, compared with 40–100 micro-injections for most other skin boosters.

How Does Profhilo Work?

Profhilo works through two actions at the same time:

1. Hydration: the high HA concentration binds water in the skin, improving plumpness and smoothness within 1–2 weeks.
2. Bio-remodelling: the slow release of low- and high-molecular-weight HA stimulates four types of collagen and elastin, improving firmness and elasticity over 4–8 weeks.

The result is tighter, smoother, more radiant skin with no change to facial shape.

Why Does Skin Need Profhilo After Age 30?

The skin loses about 1% of its collagen each year from the mid-20s, and natural HA levels fall with age, sun exposure and pollution. Profhilo replaces lost HA and signals the skin to rebuild collagen, which slows the visible signs of this decline.

Benefits of Profhilo Treatment

• Tightens mild skin laxity on the lower face, jawline skin and neck
• Deeply hydrates dry, dehydrated skin from inside
• Softens fine lines on the cheeks and around the mouth
• Improves crepey texture on the face, neck and hands
• Restores natural glow by improving how skin reflects light
• Stimulates collagen and elastin for longer-term skin quality
• Gives natural results with no added volume or “done” look
• Needs only 10 injection points, which means less bruising
• Has no downtime, so you return to work the same day

What Does Profhilo Treat?

Profhilo treats skin-quality concerns linked to ageing and dehydration:

• Skin laxity: mild sagging on the lower face, jawline skin and neck
• Crepey skin: thin, wrinkled texture on the cheeks, neck and hands
• Dehydration and dullness: skin that looks tired despite moisturiser
• Fine lines: superficial lines on the cheeks and around the mouth
• Loss of glow: uneven light reflection from dry, rough skin

What Profhilo Does Not Treat

Profhilo does not treat deep wrinkles, volume loss, heavy sagging or pigmentation:

• Frown lines and crow’s feet → Botox
• Hollow cheeks, lips, chin or jawline volume → dermal fillers
• Moderate to severe sagging → HIFU or thread lift
• Melasma and dark spots → PICO laser
• Acne scars → microneedling for acne scars
• Under-eye hollows and dark circles → dark circles treatment

Profhilo Treatment Areas

Profhilo for the Face

Face Profhilo uses the 5-point BAP protocol on each side to treat laxity, crepey cheeks, fine lines and dullness.

Profhilo for the Neck

Neck Profhilo treats horizontal neck lines (“tech neck”) and crepey neck skin with a separate neck injection pattern. The neck often ages earlier than the face because it receives less skincare and sun protection.

Profhilo for the Hands

Hand Profhilo treats thin, wrinkled skin on the back of the hands, where visible veins and tendons make hands look older.

Profhilo for the Décolletage

Décolletage Profhilo treats crepey chest skin and fine lines caused by sun exposure.

Profhilo Body

Profhilo Body is a separate IBSA formulation for larger body areas such as the arms, knees and abdomen, used for crepey skin after weight loss or ageing.

The BAP Technique: How Profhilo Is Injected

Profhilo is injected with the Bio Aesthetic Points (BAP) technique, a standardised protocol developed by IBSA. Each side of the face receives 5 injections of 0.2 ml at fixed anatomical points, giving 10 points and 2 ml in total. The 5 points sit around the cheekbone, beside the nose, in front of the ear, at the chin and at the angle of the jaw.

These points are chosen because they lie in areas with few large blood vessels and nerves, which makes the BAP technique one of the safest injection patterns in aesthetic medicine. Each injection is placed as a small bolus just below the skin, and the product spreads across the surrounding area within 24 hours.

Equipment and Injection Tools Used

• Fine needle (29–30G): used for the standard BAP points on the face, neck and hands.
• Blunt-tip cannula (25G): used for Profhilo Structura in the lateral cheek, where a cannula reduces bruising and the risk of entering a blood vessel.
• Topical anaesthetic cream: applied for 15–20 minutes before injection, because Profhilo contains no lidocaine.
• Sterile skin-marking and disinfection kit: used to mark the BAP points accurately and keep the field clean.

Profhilo vs Profhilo Structura

Profhilo Structura is a newer IBSA injectable that uses the same NAHYCO® technology but targets a deeper layer. Standard Profhilo treats the skin; Profhilo Structura is injected by cannula into the lateral cheek fat compartment to restore lost fat support and create a lifting effect.

Both injectables can be combined: Structura supports the deeper structure and Profhilo improves skin quality on top.

Profhilo vs Dermal Fillers

Profhilo and dermal fillers are both HA injectables, but they do different jobs:

Profhilo vs Other Skin Treatments

Compare all options on our skin boosters in Islamabad page.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Profhilo?

Profhilo suits adults from about age 30 with:

• Early skin laxity on the lower face, jawline skin or neck
• Crepey or thin skin on the cheeks, neck or hands
• Dry, dull skin that does not improve with skincare
• Fine lines without deep folds
• A wish for natural results without fillers or surgery
• Previous HIFU, thread lift or laser results they want to maintain

What Is the Best Age for Profhilo?

Profhilo is most effective from the early 30s to the 50s. In the 30s it prevents early laxity; in the 40s and 50s it improves crepiness and hydration, often alongside HIFU or fillers.

Profhilo for Pakistani Skin

Pakistani skin is mostly Fitzpatrick type III–V, which is prone to post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), the dark marks that follow heat or injury. Profhilo uses no heat, light or ablation and only 10 needle points, so its PIH risk is very low.

Profhilo and Islamabad’s Climate

Islamabad’s dry winters (November–February) and strong summer UV both dehydrate the skin barrier. Starting a Profhilo course in early autumn means the second session’s collagen effect peaks in winter, when skin needs hydration most. During spring pollen season, treatment is delayed if the face shows an active allergic flare.

Profhilo for Men

Men respond well to Profhilo for crepey, sun-damaged or dull skin, especially on the lower face and neck. Male skin is thicker, so results sometimes need the optional third session.

Who Should Not Have Profhilo?

Profhilo injections are not given, or are delayed, for people who:

• Are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Have an active skin infection, cold sore or acne flare in the area
• Are allergic to hyaluronic acid
• Have an active autoimmune disease flare
• Take blood thinners or have a bleeding disorder (doctor review needed)
• Are under 18

How to Prepare for Profhilo

• 3–5 days before: stop fish oil, vitamin E, aspirin and ibuprofen if your doctor approves, as they increase bruising
• 2 days before: pause retinol, acids and exfoliants
• 24 hours before: avoid alcohol and heavy workouts
• On the day: come with a clean face, no makeup, well hydrated and after a light meal
• Reschedule if: you have a cold sore, active acne flare or skin infection on the face

Profhilo Procedure at Dermalase: Step by Step

Step 1: Skin Assessment

Dr. Shumaila assesses skin laxity, thickness, hydration and fat loss, then confirms whether Profhilo, Profhilo Structura, another booster or a different treatment fits your goal.

Step 2: Product Verification

You see the sealed IBSA box, syringe label, lot number and expiry date before injection. Genuine Profhilo comes as a 2 ml pre-filled syringe in sealed packaging.

Step 3: Preparation

The skin is cleansed, disinfected and numbed. The 10 BAP points are marked.

Step 4: Injection

Dr. Shumaila injects 0.2 ml at each BAP point. The injection itself takes 10–15 minutes.

Step 5: After the Session

Small raised bumps appear at each point. These are product depots and flatten within 6–24 hours as Profhilo spreads. You receive written aftercare and your second-session date.

Profhilo Treatment Protocol

Profhilo Before and After: Results Timeline

Before Profhilo, skin typically looks dull, dry, crepey and slightly loose. After Profhilo, it looks firmer, plumper and more radiant, with no change to facial features. Results vary by age, skin condition and lifestyle.

Profhilo Aftercare

First 24 hours:

• Do not touch, rub or massage the bumps
• No makeup for 12 hours
• No gym, sauna, steam or hot showers
• Sleep on your back if possible

First week:

• Use a gentle cleanser and plain moisturiser
• Apply SPF 30+ daily
• Pause retinol and acids for 3 days
• Avoid facials, laser and microneedling for 2 weeks unless planned

Dos and Don’ts After Profhilo

How to Maintain Profhilo Results

• Book a maintenance session every 6 months
• Use SPF 30+ daily, including winter and cloudy days
• Add a vitamin C serum in the morning and retinol at night (after the first week)
• Avoid smoking, which breaks down collagen faster
• Sleep 7–8 hours and stay hydrated
• Combine with HIFU or HydraFacial as advised

Profhilo Side Effects

Common (up to 24 hours): raised bumps at injection points, redness, mild swelling, tenderness.

Occasional (up to 1 week): small bruises at injection points.

Rare: infection if aftercare is ignored, allergic reaction to HA, or prolonged lumps. Profhilo is a non-cross-linked HA, so the body absorbs it naturally; if a lump persists, hyaluronidase, the enzyme that dissolves HA, can correct it.

The BAP points avoid major blood vessels, so vascular complications are very rare with correct technique. Contact the clinic immediately for increasing pain, white or dusky skin, or spreading redness.

Is Profhilo Safe?

Profhilo is CE-marked in Europe and used worldwide since 2015. It is safe when genuine product is injected by a trained doctor using the BAP technique. Most problems in Pakistan come from counterfeit syringes or untrained injectors, not from the product itself.

Combining Profhilo With Other Treatments

• Profhilo + HIFU: HIFU lifts the deeper SMAS layer; Profhilo improves skin quality on top.
• Profhilo + Botox: Botox softens expression lines; Profhilo improves hydration and crepiness. Both can be done in one visit.
• Profhilo + thread lift: threads reposition tissue; Profhilo improves the skin over them.
• Profhilo + PICO laser: PICO treats pigment; Profhilo restores hydration and barrier strength.
• Profhilo + dermal fillers: fillers restore volume; Profhilo improves skin texture over the filled area.
• Profhilo before a wedding: start 8–10 weeks before the event so both sessions reach peak results on the day.

Dermalase devices used in combination plans include HIFU, PICO laser, SylfirmX, Oligio and HydraFacial MD.

Profhilo Myths vs Facts

Profhilo Price in Islamabad

Profhilo price in Islamabad starts from PKR 15,999 per session. Your exact quote, including the full 2-session course and maintenance, is confirmed after a free skin assessment.

What Does the Profhilo Price Depend On?

• Product type: Profhilo Structura and Profhilo Body cost more than standard Profhilo.
• Number of syringes: the face needs 1 syringe per session; face and neck together need 2.
• Treatment area: face, neck, hands and décolletage are priced separately.
• Number of sessions: the standard course is 2 sessions; mature skin may need 3.
• Product authenticity: genuine imported IBSA Profhilo costs more than grey-market or counterfeit syringes.
• Injector qualification: treatment by a qualified aesthetic physician costs more and reduces the risk of misplaced injections.

A Profhilo price far below the Islamabad market rate is a warning sign of a diluted, expired or fake product.

Is Profhilo Worth the Cost?

Profhilo is worth the cost for people with early laxity, crepiness or dehydration who want natural results without fillers or surgery. It is not worth the cost for deep wrinkles, heavy sagging or pigmentation, where other treatments work better.

Why Choose Dr. Shumaila Khan for Profhilo in Islamabad?

• Qualified injector: Diploma in Dermatology (Cardiff, Wales, UK) and AAAM board certification
• Experience: aesthetic practice since 2011, 600+ verified Google reviews
• Doctor-led team: Dr. Shumaila plans every treatment with her trained clinical team
• Correct protocol: IBSA BAP technique with fixed doses at fixed points
• Genuine Profhilo: sealed box, lot number and expiry shown before injection
• Honest advice: you are told when Profhilo is not the right treatment and what would work better
• Combination technology: HIFU, PICO laser, SylfirmX, Oligio and HydraFacial MD under one roof
• Location: F-10/1 Islamabad, easy access from Rawalpindi, DHA and Bahria Town

Book Your Profhilo Treatment in Islamabad

Book your Profhilo treatment in Islamabad with Dr. Shumaila Khan, an aesthetic physician with a Diploma in Dermatology from Cardiff (UK) and AAAM board certification. Your appointment begins with a free skin assessment, where Dr. Shumaila checks your skin laxity, hydration and texture, then confirms whether Profhilo, Profhilo Structura or another skin booster injectable suits your goal.

Every Profhilo treatment at Dermalase includes:

• A personalised plan with the full course cost explained upfront
• Genuine IBSA Profhilo with the sealed box and lot number shown before injection
• Injection by a qualified doctor using the official BAP technique
• Written aftercare and a scheduled second session

Dermalase by Dr. Shumaila Khan
A-103, Main Sumbal Road, F-10/1, Islamabad
Serving Islamabad, Rawalpindi, DHA, Bahria Town overall pakistan and overseas Pakistanis
Call/WhatsApp: (+92) 303 555 8444

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