Profhilo|Smart Skin Clinic [Official]

*Number of cases | For the period from September 1, 2023 to April 1, 2025

1 session (2cc)49,800 yen
Set of 2 (2cc x 2)95,600 yen
Set of 3 (2cc x 3)137,400 yen
*All prices include tax.
*We offer self-pay (non-insured) treatments only; insurance does not apply.
*Prices shown include all fees, such as consultation and acupuncture costs.

Free consultations at our clinic are handled directly by a physician, not by a beauty counselor.

Even if this is your first time visiting a clinic, please feel free to make an appointment.

Before/After Profhilo Injections

  • You can expect improvements in sagging and wrinkles throughout the face (under the eyes, at the outer corners of the eyes, on the cheeks, and on the neck).
  • This may help reduce neck wrinkles.
  • You can expect improvements in the lines and wrinkles on the back of your hands.

*This treatment is not covered by insurance. [Cost] 49,800 yen per session (2 cc) (tax included) [Estimated Treatment Duration and Number of Sessions] We recommend two sessions—the first and second—one month apart, followed by maintenance treatments every six months to one year. [Major Risks and Side Effects] Redness, swelling, pain, and edema at the injection site; bruising; and temporary swelling. Results may vary from person to person.

What is Profhilo?

Profhilo Product Images

The official product name is "Profhilo®." On the market since 2015, it is a hyaluronic acid product created using the NAHYCO™ technology developed by Italy's IBSA.

A treatment that can address sagging and improve skin quality at the same time.


The conventional hyaluronic acid that most people are familiar with"cross-linked"It is a form of hyaluronic acid, andProfhilo is a "non-cross-linked" hyaluronic acid.That is the key distinction.

the major difference between cross-linked and non-cross-linked hyaluronic acid comes down to whether or not it spreads. Profhilo, a non-cross-linked hyaluronic acid, spreads out from the injection site and can be expected to deliver effects over a wide area.

Expected benefits

Profhilo can be expected to offer the following effects:

〇 Improvement of wrinkles and sagging
〇 Improvement of firmness and elasticity (enhanced, dewy skin)
〇 Lifting effect
〇 Natural volume enhancement

Effect

When can the effects be felt after treatment?

When can the effects be felt after treatment?

Dr. Ishii

How soon the effects are felt varies from person to person, but they are often felt gradually from a few days to a few weeks after the injection. The maximum effect is usually felt around one month after the injection.

How long do the effects last?

How long do the effects last?

Dr. Ishii

They are said to last from about 6 months to 1 year. For lasting results, we recommend regular injections for maintenance.

Profhilo pricing at Smart Skin Clinic

1 session (2cc)49,800 yen
Set of 2 (2cc x 2)95,600 yen
Set of 3 (2cc x 3)137,400 yen
*All prices include tax.
*We offer self-pay (non-insured) treatments only; insurance does not apply.
*Profhilo uses a set of designated injection points known as the BAP technique (treatment at bio-aesthetic points), so at essentially any clinic 2cc covers the treatment area described above.

Prices are shown all-inclusive, covering consultation and needle fees.

Supervisor Information
Kota Ishii, Chief Medical Director, Smart Skin Clinic Group

Group Chief Director, Smart Skin Clinic Group

IshiiIshii KotaKota

Career

Graduated from Juntendo University School of Medicine

Worked at Tokyo Women's Medical University Hospital and affiliated facilities

Worked at a major aesthetic clinic in Tokyo

Affiliations / Qualifications

Board-certified specialist, Japan Surgical Society

Board-certified specialist, Japanese Society of Anti-Aging Medicine

AnesthesiaNone

Since this procedure is relatively painless, we perform it without anesthesia. Because there is no waiting time for anesthesia, the total time from when you arrive until you leave is shorter.

Why Our Prices Are What They Are

Smart Skin Clinic is a clinic based on the concept of “Making cosmetic medicine more accessible and smarter.”

We’ve eliminated extravagant interior design to cut down on interior costs, and instead of blindly purchasing equipment, we carefully select only what’s necessary to reduce equipment costs as well. We pass on the savings from these cost-cutting measures to our treatment prices.

In addition, our prices include all fees, such as consultation and acupuncture costs.

A board-certified anti-aging specialist with over 3,000 Profhilo procedures to their creditperforms the treatment

At Smart Skin Clinic,A board-certified anti-aging specialist with over 3,000 Prophilo treatments to their creditwill always be in charge of the treatment.

As a result, we expect not only to achieve a high-quality finish but also to minimize both post-procedure swelling and pain during the procedure.

*Number of treatments | September 1, 2023 – April 1, 2025; based on our clinic’s data

Features of Our Clinic's Prophylaxis Treatment

  • Direct counseling by a physician

    The free consultation will be conducted directly by a doctor, not a beauty consultant.

  • Please open the package on the spot and present it to us.

    We open a brand-new package right in front of our customers to show them the contents.

  • Over 3,000 Profhilo treatments performed*

    Treatments are performed by board-certified anti-aging specialists.

  • We offer treatments on the same day as your counseling session

    If you wish, you can also receive treatment on the same day as your consultation.

*The number of treatments is based on our clinic’s records for the period from September 1, 2023, to April 1, 2025. If you schedule only a free consultation, we may not be able to provide treatment on the same day depending on availability.

Treatment Area / Method

Profhilo isthe BAP technique (bio-aesthetic point technique)injected using this designated method.
Standardizing the injection sites is said to help achieve consistent results.

Injection sites of the BAP technique

10 points each on the face or neck.
These 10 points are centered on the lower third of the face, where skin atrophy from aging tends to appear, and are locations that anatomically contain no major blood vessels or nerves.

BAP Method: Injection Method

A small, shallow amount of 0.2cc is injected per point. One vial (2cc) is used per treatment.

Facial injection sites

Facial Treatment Points

Neck injection sites

Neck Treatment Points

Injection sites on the backs of the hands

Back of the hand treatment points

FAQ

How often and how many times should I receive it?
Dr. Ishii

You can expect results even after a single session, but for the most effective approach we recommend one of the following:
① Have the first and second sessions one month apart, then continue the same pattern once a year thereafter.
② Have the first and second sessions one month apart, then continue every six months thereafter.

Does it hurt?
Dr. Ishii

It varies from person to person. We use a fine needle, but you may feel a slight pricking sensation. The center of the face is also said to be more sensitive to pain.

How long is the downtime?
Dr. Ishii

Redness subsides in about 24 hours.

Who cannot receive this treatment

Those who are pregnant or breastfeeding

Those with abnormal immune function or a history of it, and those undergoing immunosuppressive therapy

Those prone to keloid formation, hypertrophic scarring, or pigmentation disorders

Those with a bleeding tendency, or those taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as aspirin or anticoagulants such as warfarin

Those with excessive sunburn, eczema, dermatitis, severely inflamed acne, or scabs at the Profhilo injection site

Risks and Side Effects

At the needle puncture site:

Redness, swelling, pain, edema

Bruising

Temporary raised bumps

Downtime

Redness and raised bumps may occur at the injection site, but in most cases they return to normal in about 24 hours.

Due to the nature of the treatment, subcutaneous bleeding may occur at the needle puncture site, though not always. If bruising occurs, it gradually fades over 10 to 14 days.

Treatment Flow

STEP
Booking

You can easily book from your smartphone.

STEP
Reception

A smart, effortless check-in: just give your name and our clinic IT system completes reception right away.

STEP
Counseling & Examination

During counseling, please feel free to discuss anything that’s on your mind.

STEP
Profhilo injection

After marking is done, we perform the injection while checking in with you as we go.

STEP
Aftercare

We will provide detailed instructions on how to care for the treated area and what to keep in mind in your daily life.
In addition, with a focus on prevention and maintenance, we recommend appropriate home care products—such as oral medications and skincare products—that can help alleviate your concerns.

STEP
Going Home

Details

Treatment TimeAbout 15 minutes (not including counseling)
Recommended Number & Frequency of Treatments・It is recommended to wait at least 6 weeks and undergo the treatment as a two-session set.
・After that, maintenance treatment is recommended about once every six months.
DowntimeAbout 24 hours
Treatment on the day of counselingAvailable
MakeupPossible right after the treatment
SkincarePossible right after the treatment
ShowerPossible from the same day
PainA slight pricking sensation when the needle is inserted.
*Results vary from person to person.

Legal Notices

In Japan, Profhilo is a pharmaceutical not approved by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare. The pharmaceuticals and devices used in Profhilo treatment are personally imported at the discretion of our physicians. There is also no other domestically approved product with the same performance available for this treatment.

In addition, because Profhilo is an unapproved product in Japan, it is not covered by the Adverse Drug Reaction Relief System.

The drugs and medical devices used in this treatment are not approved within Japan; they are provided based on their track record of use and safety information in other countries. Specifically, Profhilo is a hyaluronic acid currently used in over 80 countries. With more than 500,000 cases reported worldwide, as well as an AMEC & AESTHETICS award, it is a hyaluronic acid whose safety and efficacy are recognized in many countries abroad.

Please refer to this page for information on medications and similar items that require caution in personal importation.
Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, "Medications and Similar Items That Require Caution in Personal Importation."Profhilo treatment includes procedures using medications or medical devices not approved in Japan. The medications and devices used are personally imported at the discretion of our clinic's physicians.

Supervisor Information
Kota Ishii, Chief Medical Director, Smart Skin Clinic Group

Group Chief Director, Smart Skin Clinic Group

IshiiIshii KotaKota

Career

Graduated from Juntendo University School of Medicine

Worked at Tokyo Women's Medical University Hospital and affiliated facilities

Worked at a major aesthetic clinic in Tokyo

Affiliations / Qualifications

Board-certified specialist, Japan Surgical Society

Board-certified specialist, Japanese Society of Anti-Aging Medicine

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