Treatment Comparison
Dermal Fillers vs Profhilo
Both are hyaluronic acid injectables, but that's where the similarity ends. Dermal fillers add structural volume. Profhilo doesn't add volume — it remodels your skin from within. Choosing the right one depends entirely on what you want to fix.
Dermal Fillers
From £200
Best For
- ●Volume loss in cheeks, temples, under-eyes
- ●Defining jawline and chin
- ●Smoothing deep folds (nasolabial, marionette)
- ●Patients wanting visible structural change
How It Works
Thick, gel-like hyaluronic acid is placed precisely where volume is needed. The filler physically occupies space, lifting and contouring.
Results
Immediate, final result at 2 weeks, lasts 6-18 months.
Appointment Duration
30-45 minutes
Profhilo
From £250
Best For
- ●Loss of skin firmness and elasticity
- ●Crepey skin on lower face, neck, hands
- ●Overall skin quality improvement
- ●Patients wanting skin rejuvenation without volume
How It Works
Ultra-high concentration of pure hyaluronic acid spreads beneath the skin, triggering your body to produce new collagen and elastin. No volume added.
Results
Builds over 4-8 weeks after 2 sessions, lasts 6 months.
Appointment Duration
15-20 minutes
Which Should You Choose?
If you look in the mirror and see sunken cheeks, a less defined jawline, or deep folds, you need dermal fillers. If your face still has its shape but your skin has lost firmness, bounce, or glow, Profhilo is the answer. For many patients over 45, both are part of a complete plan — fillers to restore structure, Profhilo to improve skin quality around the fillers.
Can You Have Both?
Yes, and this combination is increasingly popular. Fillers rebuild the foundation. Profhilo improves the skin envelope. Together, they deliver a more complete rejuvenation than either alone.
Common Questions
Is Profhilo a cheaper alternative to fillers?
No — they do different things. Profhilo can't add volume that isn't there. If you need lift or contour, fillers are the right treatment regardless of cost.
Which looks more natural?
Both look natural when placed correctly. Profhilo has no risk of looking 'overfilled' because it adds no volume. Fillers look natural in experienced hands.
If I'm unsure, which should I try first?
Book a consultation — Dr Niru will assess your face and recommend honestly. There's no pressure to choose either.
Still Not Sure?
The best way to decide is a free consultation with Dr Niru. She will assess your face honestly and recommend what's right for you — even if that means doing nothing.
Medically reviewed by Dr Niru Azim, BDS