Aftercare Guide
Profhilo Aftercare
Profhilo aftercare is remarkably simple — the treatment uses only 5 injection points per side and recovery is quick. Here's what to know.
First 24 Hours
The most important window for optimal results
- You'll have 5 small 'blebs' or bumps at each injection point — these are normal and resolve within hours
- Mild redness around injection sites is common, fades within a few hours
- Keep the skin clean — gentle cleanser only
- Avoid makeup on the treatment area for 12 hours
- Drink plenty of water — Profhilo works with your body's own hydration
First Week
- Small bumps fully resolve within 24 hours
- Any mild bruising fades over 3-5 days
- Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours
- No saunas, steam rooms, or very hot environments for 24 hours
- No facials or other facial treatments for 1 week
- You may notice initial hydration but the main collagen-stimulating effect takes weeks
Long-Term Care
- Second session at 4 weeks is essential — the protocol is 2 sessions for full effect
- Results build progressively from week 4 through week 8
- Peak result at 6-8 weeks after second session
- Lasts approximately 6 months
- Maintenance session every 6 months sustains the bio-remodelling effect
What to Avoid
- ●Touching or pressing on the injection bumps (they'll resolve on their own)
- ●Strenuous exercise for 24 hours
- ●Hot environments for 24 hours
- ●Other facial treatments for 1 week
- ●Alcohol for 12 hours
When to Contact Dr Niru
Rare, but important to know. Contact us immediately if you experience:
- ●Bumps persisting beyond 24 hours
- ●Severe pain or increasing discomfort
- ●Signs of infection: warmth, redness, pus, fever
- ●Allergic reaction (rash, itching beyond the treatment area)
Common Questions
Why do I have these bumps on my face?
These are the 5 Bio Aesthetic Points — intentional small deposits of Profhilo that spread across the treatment area over 24 hours. They're expected and completely resolve on their own.
When will I see results?
Initial hydration effect within days. The main firming and glowing result builds from week 4-6 after your second session.
Is the second session necessary?
Yes — the clinical protocol requires 2 sessions, 4 weeks apart, for the bio-remodelling effect to activate fully. A single session won't deliver the same result.
Medically reviewed by Dr Niru Azim, BDS · GDC No. 170811 · Last reviewed: April 2026