revitalise & regenerate
Skin regeneration
Skin regeneration treatments at Dr Munroe Clinic include Profhilo, polynucleotides (Plinest), Celora Vita, Teoxane babyGLOW and exosomes (Purasomes) following microneedling. They work within the skin rather than on the shape of the face. They focus on skin quality, hydration, texture and resilience, and none of them adds volume. Each is given as a course rather than a single treatment, and they are often combined for optimal results.
who it's for.
Skin regeneration may suit skin that looks dull or dehydrated, or has lost its bounce. It may also suit fine lines at rest and crepiness, including under the eyes, and uneven texture, enlarged pores and acne scarring. The treatments can be used on the neck, décolletage and hands as well as the face.
Where the concern is loss of firmness or support across the face, collagen biostimulation is usually more appropriate, and a hollow or lost contour may suit hyaluronic acid filler.
how they combine.
Profhilo and polynucleotides are often given within the same plan, combining hydration and repair. Microneedling with exosomes may suit the face, neck and décolletage where texture is the main concern, and is usually spaced between injectable treatments. The order and intervals are set at consultation, with a review before anything further is added.
Polynucleotides are derived from salmon DNA, so please mention any fish allergy at consultation; it is not necessarily a reason not to treat. Exosomes are always applied to the skin after microneedling and are never injected.
what each one does.
| Profhilo | Polynucleotides (Plinest) | Celora Vita | Teoxane babyGLOW | Exosomes (Purasomes) with microneedling | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| What it is | An injectable moisturiser: hyaluronic acid that is not cross-linked, so it spreads rather than holds a shape | Purified DNA fragments derived from salmon, better known as the 'salmon sperm facial' | Nine amino acids with low-molecular-weight hyaluronic acid, also known as the Amino Acid facial; a CE-marked medical device | Teosyal Redensity 1, hyaluronic acid with amino acids, antioxidants and vitamins, placed by an 8-point technique | Microneedling, followed by exosomes applied to the skin; never injected |
| May suit | Dehydrated skin that has lost its bounce | Thin, crepey or damaged skin, under-eyes, scarring | Dull, dehydrated skin and early loss of elasticity | Dullness, dehydration and uneven texture | Texture, pores, dullness and scarring |
| Course | 2 treatments, 4 weeks apart | 3 treatments, 3 to 4 weeks apart | 3 sessions, 3 weeks apart | Set at consultation | 3 treatments, 3 to 4 weeks apart |
| When you see it | From 3 to 4 weeks, settling over around 8 | From 2 to 3 weeks, building over the course | Hydration early; texture over the course | A glow within 1 to 2 weeks, building over a course | Brighter within 1 to 2 weeks; texture builds over the course |
| Maintenance | Usually every 6 months | Usually every 6 to 12 months | Usually every 6 to 9 months | Discussed at review | Discussed at review |
the treatments.
PolynucleotidesAlso called: Plinest, PN injections, under-eye polynucleotides.
Read about Polynucleotides
Teoxane babyGLOWAlso called: babyGLOW, Redensity 1 skin booster, Teoxane skin booster.
Read about Teoxane babyGLOW
Microneedling with exosomesAlso called: Purasomes, exosome facial, collagen induction therapy.
Read about Microneedling with exosomes