In recent years, there has been a significant rise in demand for non-surgical aesthetic treatments that deliver natural, subtle rejuvenation. Two of the most frequently requested options at The Bronte Clinic are Profhilo and dermal fillers. While both utilise hyaluronic acid and are administered via injection, they serve very different purposes in clinical aesthetics.
Understanding the distinction between Profhilo and dermal fillers can help patients make informed decisions about which treatment is most appropriate for their skin concerns and aesthetic goals.
What Is Profhilo?
Profhilo is an injectable bio-remodelling treatment that works to improve overall skin quality. It contains one of the highest concentrations of stabilised hyaluronic acid on the market, but unlike traditional dermal fillers, it is not designed to restore volume or structure.
Instead, Profhilo stimulates the production of collagen and elastin, significantly improving skin hydration, firmness and elasticity. It is particularly effective for addressing skin laxity, dullness, and the early signs of age-related volume loss.
Clinical benefits of Profhilo:
- Enhances skin hydration and dermal elasticity
- Improves skin tone and texture
- Softens the appearance of fine lines
- Minimal downtime; small injection-site swelling typically resolves within 24–48 hours
- Treatment protocol: two sessions, spaced four weeks apart, with maintenance every 6–9 months
Profhilo is commonly used on the face, neck, décolletage, and hands, and is suitable for patients seeking natural improvement without structural augmentation.
What Are Dermal Fillers?
Dermal fillers are injectable gels, most commonly made of hyaluronic acid, that are used to restore lost volume, enhance facial contours, and soften deeper lines and folds. Unlike Profhilo, fillers remain localised to the injection site and offer immediate volumising and lifting effects.
At The Bronte Clinic, our aesthetic doctors and nurses take a conservative, medically-led approach to dermal filler treatment, with a focus on creating subtle, harmonious results that respect the patient’s natural facial anatomy.
Clinical benefits of dermal fillers:
- Replaces volume loss in areas such as the cheeks, temples, lips, and jawline
- Smooths nasolabial folds, marionette lines, and tear troughs
- Enhances facial proportions and symmetry
- Results are immediate, with longevity ranging from 6 to 18 months, depending on the product and area treated
Dermal fillers are particularly well-suited for patients who are experiencing structural facial changes, rather than surface-level skin concerns.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
While both Profhilo and dermal fillers utilise hyaluronic acid, they are designed to address different concerns:
- Profhilo is ideal for patients seeking overall skin improvement—particularly in terms of hydration, laxity, and luminosity—without altering facial structure.
- Dermal fillers are appropriate for patients looking to restore volume, enhance contours, or correct deeper facial lines caused by the natural ageing process.
In many cases, a combined treatment approach can offer the most balanced and natural result—improving skin quality with Profhilo, while strategically using filler to support facial structure where needed.
Why Choose The Bronte Clinic?
At The Bronte Clinic, all injectable treatments are delivered by highly trained medical doctors and nurses with extensive experience in aesthetic medicine. We adopt a holistic, skin-first philosophy, with an emphasis on natural-looking results and patient safety.
If you’re considering Profhilo or dermal fillers and would like to chat through the best option for you, click here to book a consultation now.
