- How Many Profhilo Sessions You Need — The Short Answer
- Why You Need 2 Injections
- The Results Timeline, First Injection to Top-Up
- Protocol Summary Table
- Is It a Problem to Do Only One Injection?
- When Do You Need to Top Up After the Course?
- Can It Be Done Alongside Other Procedures?
- Planning Profhilo in Phitsanulok — de Pry Clinic
- Frequently Asked Questions
- References
Profhilo has a standard protocol of 2 injections, about 4 weeks apart in the starter course, because the skin renewal process (bio-remodelling) needs repeated stimulation to reach its full effect. You'll feel your skin become more hydrated after the first injection, and you'll see the clearest firmness and glow after completing both injections. After that, you top up roughly every 6 months to maintain the result. In this article, Dr. Time explains why 2 injections are needed, the results timeline, and why completing the full course matters.
How Many Profhilo Sessions You Need — The Short Answer
Patients often ask me, "Is one Profhilo session enough?" I answer honestly — the standard starter course is 2 injections, about 1 month apart, not a one-and-done. After that, you top up to maintain the result roughly every 6 months.
This is a distinctive feature of Profhilo that sets it apart from regular fillers. If you'd first like to know what Profhilo is and how it works, take a look at the "What Is Profhilo" article alongside this one.
Why You Need 2 Injections
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Consult via WhatsAppThe reason lies in how Profhilo works. It doesn't just add hydration — it stimulates the bio-remodelling process — restoring skin quality and stimulating collagen and elastin, which requires repeated stimulation about 4 weeks apart so it keeps working continuously and the result holds well.
It's like committing to a course that you have to complete before you see a stable result. There are academic reviews confirming Profhilo's effectiveness when used according to this protocol, so a single injection often doesn't deliver the full effect.
The Results Timeline, First Injection to Top-Up
- Injection 1 (start day) — injected at the BAP points, with small bumps that subside on their own within 1–2 days. You start to feel your skin become more hydrated in the first few weeks.
- Injection 2 (~4 weeks later) — repeated stimulation so the bio-remodelling works to its full effect.
- 1–2 months after completing the course — firmness, elasticity, and glow are at their clearest.
- ~6 months — come in for a top-up (usually 1 injection) to keep the result consistent.
Protocol Summary Table
| Stage | When | What You Get |
|---|---|---|
| Injection 1 | Start day | Skin begins to feel hydrated and softer |
| Injection 2 | ~4 weeks | Repeated stimulation, full effect |
| Clearest result | 1–2 months after completing the course | Firm, elastic, glowing |
| Top-up | ~every 6 months | Maintains the result continuously |
Is It a Problem to Do Only One Injection?
It's not dangerous, but it often doesn't deliver the full effect and lasts shorter than it should. I often find that patients who do just one injection and feel "I did it but didn't really see results" simply haven't completed the course, because Profhilo is designed for the two stimulations to work together.
I recommend planning to complete both injections from the moment you decide — both in terms of budget and time — so you don't feel like "I paid but didn't see results," because Profhilo's true effect comes from completing the full course, not a single injection.
When Do You Need to Top Up After the Course?
After the 2-injection starter course, many people choose to come in and top up to maintain skin quality roughly every 6 months (usually 1 injection at a time). The right frequency depends on each person's skin condition and satisfaction, and I'll help plan a care schedule that suits you. Topping up on schedule helps your skin maintain its good quality continuously, rather than letting it fade back to the starting point.
If you don't complete the course or top up, your skin will gradually return toward its starting point with age. It doesn't get worse because of Profhilo, but you simply won't get the full result that Profhilo should give. Planning for the full course and topping up on schedule is therefore worthwhile in terms of results.
Can It Be Done Alongside Other Procedures?
In some care plans, the doctor may consider doing Profhilo together with other procedures or spacing them out, depending on the type of procedure and the skin condition. For example, some people do Profhilo to restore skin quality alongside filler to refine the shape in specific spots, but the doctor must arrange the sequence and timing appropriately — you shouldn't do it on your own as you please, because it affects the results and safety.
Completing the Full Course Helps You Get
- The full bio-remodelling effect
- Clearly firm, glowing skin
- A result that holds well as it should
Not Completing It / a Single Injection Often
- Delivers an incomplete result
- Lasts shorter than it should
- Feels like "I did it but didn't really see results"
- Starter course = 2 injections, about 1 month apart (complete it for the full effect)
- The clearest result is about 1–2 months after completing the course
- Top up roughly every 6 months to maintain the result
Planning Profhilo in Phitsanulok — de Pry Clinic
At de Pry Clinic Phitsanulok, Dr. Time will assess your actual skin condition, then plan a course following the standard protocol (starting with 2 injections), with clear appointments and a top-up schedule that suits you, because I want you to complete the full course and get the full result — not do it once and be disappointed.
Having it done close to home in Phitsanulok also makes it convenient to come in for the second injection and for scheduled top-ups. If you'd like to learn more about the longevity or the price of Profhilo, feel free to consult us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here I've gathered the questions about the number of Profhilo sessions that patients ask me most often, and answered them right here.
How many Profhilo sessions are needed?
A starter course of 2 injections, about 4 weeks apart, then a top-up roughly every 6 months to maintain the result.
Why does it have to be done twice?
Because bio-remodelling needs repeated stimulation 1 month apart for the full effect. A single session often doesn't deliver the full result.
Do I need to repeat it again after the course?
Many people top up roughly every 6 months (1 injection) to maintain the result, depending on skin condition and satisfaction.
Are the first and second injections different?
They use the same product and technique. The second injection is repeated stimulation to bring out the full effect. After the first injection your skin becomes more hydrated; after the second, firmness and glow become clearer.
Is it a problem to do just one injection?
It's not dangerous, but it often delivers an incomplete result and lasts shorter. You should plan to complete both injections from the start.
How many days until clear results?
Skin becomes more hydrated in the first few weeks, while firmness and glow are clearest about 1–2 months after completing the course.
Can it be done alongside other procedures?
Yes, in some plans, with the doctor arranging the sequence and timing appropriately. You shouldn't do it on your own as you please.
How should I plan it?
Have the doctor assess and lay out a 2-injection course plus scheduled top-ups, so you complete it and get the full result.
References
The academic information I used to write this article comes from these sources. Feel free to click and read the originals yourself:
- PubMed (Systematic Review) — efficacy and safety of Profhilo when used according to the protocol (including the number of sessions): pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- PubMed — hybrid cooperative complexes of HA in aesthetic medicine (the technology behind Profhilo): pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- PubMed — long-term safety and efficacy of HCC HA: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- Thai FDA (Food and Drug Administration) — check registered products in Thailand yourself: oryor.com
Want to plan a full Profhilo course and get the complete result? Let Dr. Time at de Pry Clinic, Phitsanulok assess and plan your appointments before you decide.
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