Skin Booster Injection

Profhilo, Volite, Restylane Vital and more

Hydrate and refresh your skin with the game changing power of skin boosters at Athena Clinic Dubai. We offer the latest and the best skin boosters (including the most popular Profhilo) that give your skin a long lasting healthy glow.

As we age the quality of our skin changes and there is disintegration of Collagen and elastic fibres along with reduction of hyaluronic acid. This results in drier, thinner, rougher skin with less elasticity. Skin boosters are exactly what one needs for restoration of a radiant look. Amongst the wide range of skin boosters available with us, is also the latest and most popular skin booster available in the market - Profhilo® .This revolutionary treatment is suitable for men and women of all ages, and is composed of one of the highest concentrations of hyaluronic acid. These skin boosters vary in their compositions and structure , each having their own unique advantage. They help to restore the water balance and improve the structure, plumpness and elasticity of the skin, while also stimulating collagen and elastin production. Using our expertise to choose amongst the best of these skin boosters , we carefully select the best suited booster to give you a long lasting, supple, dewy skin.

  • A numbing cream may be applied to the area for 15-30 minutes prior to the treatment. The area is then cleaned with antiseptic and marked accordingly, before the Skin Booster is injected using a microdroplet or mesotherapy technique of tiny injections. Depending upon the type of skin booster used, the treatment may require 3-4 sessions 2-4 weeks apart. Results are visible from the first session in most people, but usually takes a few sessions to give a long lasting effect. It is recommended to repeat the treatment every 3-6 months to maintain the results. After the treatment(s) some bruising, slight blush, pain, itching, discolouration and minor bumps may occur at the injection site, but these typically resolve spontaneously within 2 to 5 days.

  • Avoid alcohol, any blood thinner medication, antibiotics 48 hrs prior to the treatment. If you are prone to cold sores, keloids please inform your doctor prior to the treatment. Avoid heavy make up on the day of the procedure.

  • Avoid any heat inducing activities for 48 hours such as strenuous exercise, spas saunas and steam rooms. Avoid your night skin care routine products (AHAs, retinols, vitamin C) on the night of treatment and oil-based makeup for 24 hours. You can lightly cleanse on the day of treatment using light pressure. Avoid touching the face on the day of treatment to avoid infection. Avoid facials, waxing, chemical peels, skin needling, microdermabrasion, IPL or laser treatments for 2 weeks after treatment. Do not massage the treatment area unless instructed to do so.

FAQs on skin booster injections

  • The main difference between skin boosters and dermal fillers is lift and longevity. Skin boosters add hydration, glow and restore elastin and collagen in the long term while dermal fillers add volume and soften lines to restore a more youthful appearance. Both treatments use a key ingredient of hyaluronic acid and are injected under the skin using a needle.

  • At our clinic, we use the best products available in the industry, such as Juvederm Volite, Restylane Vital, and Profhilo.

  • Profhilo is available as face and body injections. One is specifically for the face and neck, and the other is for areas like the decolletage, abdomen, arms, thighs, and buttocks, etc.

  • Due to its high concentration of hyaluronic acid, Profhilo is capable of intense hydration which can give a lifted appearance. However, keep in mind that this is not a replacement for fillers and other lifting techniques for the face.

  • At our clinic, we use only the safest, most premium products, which are FDA approved. The highest concentration of hyaluronic acid is present in Profhilo. However, keep in mind that the concentration of hyaluronic acid is only one of the elements that goes into deciding which skin booster is the best for you. This can be discussed in detail at the time of consultation.

  • There are many high quality skin boosters available at our clinic and the best one will depend on your need and specific concern.

  • Usually, 2-3 sessions are done in an interval of 4 weeks to see visible and long-lasting results from the treatment. However, from the very first session, the patient will notice visible changes like dewy, youthful, supple, and firm skin. The number of sessions also depends on the type of skin booster used.

  • The effects of skin boosters can last up to 6 months. The effect varies to some extent from person to person and other factors like lifestyle, smoking, etc. It is recommended to do this treatment at regular intervals to maintain the results.

  • This treatment is suitable for anyone with signs of ageing skin and noticeable skin laxity, dryness, dullness, and deepening of lines. It is a great way to refresh the skin and give it a dewy glow.

  • Skin boosters help in improving skin quality and can be done over the face, neck, décolletage, hands, elbows, and knees.

  • Lip Refresh is a treatment to hydrate the lips giving a pink, plump appearance without adding too much volume or changing the shape of the skin. Skin boosters like Juvederm Volite and Restylane Vital can be used for this procedure.

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