Chemical Peels vs Microneedling vs Profhilo: Which Skin Booster Suits Your Skin Concern?

Your first venture into skin boosters and aesthetic treatments can be confusing. Rather than get caught up in the hype behind certain treatments, it’s far better to start with your own skin concerns and then match the treatment based on what will deliver the best possible results.

In this guide, we’re exploring three popular skin boosting treatments that can deliver similar but different results. How they achieve these results is also hugely different. If you’re ready to discover the skincare benefits of chemical peels, microneedling and Profilho, read on!

What is a chemical peel?

This classic skincare treatment remains hugely popular with a wide range of people, including men and women of all ages. A chemical peel is a kind of facial that uses specially formulated serums to dissolve the top layer of skin cells. These cells will regenerate, returning with a smoother and firmer look. 

This treatment is ideal for improving skin texture, making your skin appear firmer, and for addressing issues like hyperpigmentation of the skin. UV damage from the sun can also be addressed with a chemical peel. 

Popular chemical peel ingredients include glycolic acid, trichloroacetic acid, salicylic acid, lactic acid or carbolic acid (phenol). These are available in different strengths and will deliver controlled damage that encourages the skin to repair.

What is microneedling?

Another kind of controlled damage treatment is microneedling. This treatment uses a short, sterile needle to repeatedly puncture the skin, leading to micro-injuries. This kind of injury encourages the skin to increase collagen and elastin production, which will make the skin appear firmer and tighter.

Microneedling might also be used alongside serums and creams, which are delivered deep into the dermis thanks to the microneedling procedure. Microneedling is a popular anti-ageing procedure but it can also be used to address things like scarring and uneven texture. Multiple treatments are often required to deliver optimum results.

What is Profhilo?

This is one of the most advanced skin treatments available today. It combines the benefits of microneedling with the skin-boosting benefits of fillers. The serum is a highly concentrated form of hyaluronic acid, which is the best moisture magnet available in skincare. This is placed in multiple places throughout the skin surface. 

Rather than using it like a filler, Profhilo is distributed across larger areas to deliver small amounts of the serum throughout the skin. The result is a plumped up and firmer appearance. It can also help to address issues like loss of volume, uneven skin texture and deeply dehydrated skin.

Which one is right for me?

Before choosing the right skin boosting treatment for your needs, you need to ask yourself some very important questions.

• Can I afford to have any down time? With a chemical peel, you might want to hide away while the skin recuperates. The same goes for microneedling, as you might have some tenderness while your skin repairs itself.
• What is my primary concern? Are you worried about hydration levels in your skin, or is it the surface texture that bothers you the most? Things like fine lines and wrinkles can often be resolved by increasing volume, so you don’t have to resort to anti-wrinkle injections.
• Is my skin very sensitive? If you often have adverse reactions to skin treatments, a chemical peel might be too intensive for your skin. Instead, look for minimally invasive treatments like Profhilo to help boost hydration levels without damaging the surface of your skin.
• Is scarring a concern? For scarring and skin resurfacing, treatments like chemical peels will be more effective than skin boosters like Profhilo. Microneedling can also be an effective way to encourage skin regeneration that can help to minimise scars over multiple treatments.

Can I combine treatments?

Yes, it’s common to take a hybrid approach and to cycle between treatments to help deliver the best possible results. Before choosing which treatments you would like to combine, speak to a beauty therapist to confirm that your chosen treatments will work alongside each other and not be counter-productive.

Profhilo is commonly used alongside chemical peels as a way to increase moisture, boost volume, and tighten the skin for optimum effects. You can also combine microneedling with serums and other boosters to help deliver deep hydration and nourishment to your skin.