Profhilo Structura vs Sculptra: Which Non-Surgical Aesthetic Treatment Is Right for You?
With non-surgical aesthetic treatments having their heyday, two options are talked about the most for really lifting the skin to a more voluminous, youthful look and improving its quality: Sculptra and Profhilo Structura. While both are excellent, each works in different ways and thus is really suited for different issues. So, which is for you? Let’s look a little deeper to see what the real differences are between Sculptra and Profhilo Structura.
Sculptra: Volume that Truly Lasts, Natural Collagen Stimulation
Sculptra is an injectable collagen stimulant that works to help restore lost facial volume and smooth out deep lines over time. Unlike traditional dermal fillers, Sculptra does not add instant volume. Instead, Sculptra encourages your skin to create its own collagen over time. In this manner, natural, long-lasting results that can last as long as two years are achieved.
Sculptra is particularly effective for deep wrinkles, hollow cheeks, and general facial laxity, whether that is due to aging or weight loss. It’s a popular choice for those seeking a more subtle, gradual improvement rather than the immediate volume boost offered by hyaluronic acid-based fillers.
Key Benefits of Sculptra:
It works by stimulating one’s body to start producing more of its natural collagen. This allows a natural younger look.
Long-term outcome: Since collagen is built up gradually, such results may last up to two years or even more, taking maintenance sessions into consideration.
Subtle, Gradual Changes: In the case of a much subtler transformation, when suddenly fillers would appear, Sculptra offers a soft yet sure improvement.
Deep Volumization: It is best suited for problems related to hollowed cheeks, deep folds, and atrophy of facial volume.
Profhilo Structura: The Hydrating Skin Booster with Lifting Power
While Profhilo is well-renowned for its skin-boosting and hydrating properties, Profhilo Structura is a bit more advanced and new, joining those skin remodelings with subtle lifting effects. Profhilo Structura remained based on ultra-pure hyaluronic acid; however, it is designed to go deeper and perform by providing hydration and supporting the structure.
Profhilo Structura does not work in the mode of filling the lines, but it diffuses homogeneously under the skin and induces remodeling of the tissues to basically improve the quality of the skin. It is particularly indicated for crepey skin, enhancing elasticity and giving the face a firmer look that is more lifted.
The key benefits of Profhilo Structura include:
Deep Hydration: Profhilo Structura provides extreme skin hydration, reducing the look of tired and languid skin while helping the skin be plump and fresh.
Tissue Remodelling: This will help remodeling of skin from inside, hence improving elasticity, and overall health of the skin.
Lifting Effect: Unlike the original Profhilo, Profhilo Structura comes along with a gentle lifting effect, making it great for anyone who would like to firm and tighten saggy skin.
It is a quick procedure with a very short-time expenditure, thus minimal downtown-one great advantage for people on the go.
How They Compare
| Aspect | Sculptra | Profhilo |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanism | Collagen stimulation | Hydration & skin remodeling |
| Main Benefit | Long-lasting volume & natural lift | Deep hydration & subtle lifting |
| Ideal For | Deep wrinkles, hollow cheeks, volume loss | Fine lines, skin laxity, dull, tired skin |
| Results | Gradual, long-lasting (up to 2 years) | Quick, with visible effects in weeks |
| Treatment Frequency | Requires multiple sessions, every 1-2 years | Typically 2 sessions, top-ups yearly |
| Downtime | Minimal, but some redness or swelling | Very little, mild bruising at most |
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Go for Sculptra if you want to restore volume, especially in places like the cheeks, and also wish for long-lasting, progressive improvements. Sculptra works even better when you have deeper lines, hollow areas, or significant volume loss, and you want to get a more natural-looking result that develops over time.
Choose Profhilo Structura when your concerns are more related to skin texture, laxity, and hydrating factors of the skin. Whenever it has become dull, sagged slightly, or doesn’t snap back with elasticity, then Profhilo Structura will be in a position to return a firmer, brighter, more youthful appearance with minimal downtime.
Can they be combined?
Yes! In many patients, the combination of Sculptra with Profhilo Structura can give them the best of both worlds: deep collagen stimulation from Sculptra to add volume and lift, with the intense hydration skin remodeling benefits of Profhilo Structura. This combination can provide comprehensive facial rejuvenation, addressing both structural volume loss and improving overall skin quality.
Final Thoughts
Both Sculptra and Profhilo Structura are excellent treatments in their own right, providing potential ways to achieve different ends. Whether you’re wanting to restore lost volume or revitalize the texture and firmness of your skin, Astrum Medical can offer both treatments to help meet your unique aesthetic goals. Book in for a consultation today to find out which treatment-or combination-suits you best!
