What is the difference between a skin booster and filler?

Filler adds volume by filling out the tissue — it is cross-linked HA or biostimulator. A skin booster adds no volume — it hydrates and improves skin quality. Think filler for contour change, skin booster for skin glow and laxity.

How long does a skin booster treatment last?

It varies with the product: Profhilo lasts about 6 months, Jalupro/Sunekos 3-6 months, Nucleofill 6-9 months. Maintenance is recommended 1-2 times a year for sustained results.

Is Profhilo the best skin booster?

Profhilo is the most established in its sub-category (NAHYCO bio-remodelling), but not automatically 'best' for everyone. Thin loose skin suits Profhilo. Need for collagen build-up suits Jalupro/Sunekos. Thin periorbital skin suits Nucleofill. The indication drives product choice.

Can a skin booster be combined with filler?

Yes, often in the same session or 2 weeks apart. The skin booster lays a foundation of skin quality; filler builds the volume on top. Many complete face plans combine Profhilo + filler + biostimulator (Sculptra or Radiesse).

Skin Booster: glossary | Dibélle

Also known as: skin booster, bio-revitalisation, bio-remodelling

What is a skin booster?

Skin booster is an umbrella term — not a single brand. What all skin boosters share: substance injected into the middle layer of skin, purpose to improve skin quality rather than change contour, no cross-linked filler effect. Different product classes have different mechanisms: HA-based ones hydrate and add micro-volume; amino acid cocktails provide collagen building blocks; polynucleotides stimulate fibroblast repair.

How they work in treatment

Despite different substances, skin boosters share three principles. Direct hydration: water-binding molecules increase dermal turgor. Bio-stimulation: the substance triggers fibroblasts to produce collagen and elastin. Mechanical response: the injection itself activates the skin's repair mechanism. The result is skin that looks firmer and more hydrated.

Where they are used

Skin boosters suit patients seeking skin quality rather than contour change. Most common areas: full face, neck, décolletage, hands. At Dibélle we use Profhilo (NAHYCO HA), Jalupro Super Hydro (HA + amino acids), Sunekos (HA + 6 amino acids), Nucleofill (polynucleotides), and Vitaran (HA-based). Treatment is given as a course of 2-4 sessions.

Which skin booster suits whom?

Profhilo suits general laxity and stiffness. Jalupro/Sunekos suit fine lines and the need for collagen building blocks. Nucleofill suits thin periorbital skin and skin quality. Vitaran suits hydration and skin glow. Consultation is needed for the right choice — products vary in strength, durability, and price.

Common questions about Skin Booster

What is the difference between a skin booster and filler?: Filler adds volume by filling out the tissue — it is cross-linked HA or biostimulator. A skin booster adds no volume — it hydrates and improves skin quality. Think filler for contour change, skin booster for skin glow and laxity.
How long does a skin booster treatment last?: It varies with the product: Profhilo lasts about 6 months, Jalupro/Sunekos 3-6 months, Nucleofill 6-9 months. Maintenance is recommended 1-2 times a year for sustained results.
Is Profhilo the best skin booster?: Profhilo is the most established in its sub-category (NAHYCO bio-remodelling), but not automatically 'best' for everyone. Thin loose skin suits Profhilo. Need for collagen build-up suits Jalupro/Sunekos. Thin periorbital skin suits Nucleofill. The indication drives product choice.
Can a skin booster be combined with filler?: Yes, often in the same session or 2 weeks apart. The skin booster lays a foundation of skin quality; filler builds the volume on top. Many complete face plans combine Profhilo + filler + biostimulator (Sculptra or Radiesse).

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