Profhilo vs Dermal Fillers — Which Is Right for You?
Two of the most popular injectable treatments at Meraki Aesthetics are Profhilo and dermal fillers. They’re both hyaluronic acid-based, both injectable — and yet they do very different things. Choosing the right one (or combination) comes down to understanding what your skin actually needs.
Here’s a clear breakdown to help you decide.
What Is Profhilo?
Profhilo is a skin remodelling treatment, not a filler. It contains a very high concentration of hyaluronic acid that spreads through the skin tissue, deeply hydrating from within and stimulating the production of collagen and elastin.
Unlike traditional fillers, Profhilo does not add volume or structural definition. Instead, it improves the overall quality, texture, and tone of the skin — giving it a plumper, more luminous, tighter appearance over time.
It’s delivered via 5 precise injection points on each side of the face (the BDDE injection technique) and requires 2 sessions, 4 weeks apart, for a full initial course.
Best for:
- Loss of skin elasticity and firmness
- Crepey or dehydrated skin
- General skin quality improvement
- Prevention of early ageing signs
- “Glass skin” glow effect
- Patients who want subtle, natural improvement without adding volume
What Are Dermal Fillers?
Dermal fillers are injectable gels — most commonly made from hyaluronic acid — that are placed strategically to add volume, restore lost facial structure, or enhance specific features.
Unlike Profhilo, fillers stay in place where they are injected. A skilled practitioner can use them to:
- Add volume to the lips
- Restore cheek projection
- Define the jawline or chin
- Soften nasolabial folds (lines from nose to mouth)
- Fill tear troughs (hollows under the eyes)
- Reshape the nose non-surgically (liquid rhinoplasty)
Best for:
- Specific volume loss (cheeks, lips, temples)
- Structural enhancement or definition
- Targeted correction of lines and hollows
- Facial harmonisation
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Profhilo | Dermal Fillers | |
|---|---|---|
| Primary purpose | Skin quality & hydration | Volume & structural enhancement |
| HA concentration | Very high (64mg) | Varies by product |
| Adds volume? | No | Yes |
| Improves skin texture? | Yes — significantly | Minimal |
| Sessions needed | 2 (4 weeks apart) | Typically 1 |
| Results visible | Gradually over 4–8 weeks | Immediately |
| Duration | 6–9 months | 6–18 months |
| Suitable for | Skin laxity, dullness, fine lines | Volume loss, structural concerns |
Can You Have Both?
Yes — and in fact, combining Profhilo with strategic dermal fillers is one of our most popular treatment approaches at Meraki. Think of fillers as restoring the scaffolding of the face, and Profhilo as improving the quality of the covering. Together, they create a result that is both naturally youthful and genuinely skin-healthy.
Which One Is Right for You?
As a general guide:
- If your main concern is dull, dehydrated, or lax skin → Profhilo
- If your main concern is lost volume or defined features → Dermal Fillers
- If you want overall rejuvenation with natural results → Both, in a tailored plan
The best way to decide is with a proper face-to-face consultation. At Meraki, we never sell treatments — we assess your face holistically and recommend what will genuinely make a difference for you.
Profhilo Prices at Meraki Aesthetics Twickenham
| Treatment | Price |
|---|---|
| Profhilo Structura — 1 Session | £330 |
| Profhilo Structura — 2 Sessions (Full Course) | £600 |
Book a Consultation in Twickenham
If you’re based in Twickenham, Richmond, Isleworth, Teddington, Whitton, or Brentford — we’d love to see you at Meraki Aesthetics and help you build a treatment plan that’s right for your skin.
157 St Margarets Road, Twickenham, TW1 1RD
07904 726199