Hyaluronic acid (HA) skin boosters (such as Profhilo, Restylane Vital, and Juvederm Hydrate) are injectable HA treatments designed to deeply hydrate and improve skin quality — not to add volume or shape. Unlike structural fillers which stay in place to contour, skin boosters spread through the dermis to bind water, improve elasticity, and stimulate fibroblast activity for genuine collagen and elastin production. The result is naturally glowing, supple, hydrated skin with a "glass skin" effect.
HA skin boosters are highly effective for skin dehydration and dullness, fine lines caused by skin laxity (not muscle movement), crepey skin texture, enlarged pores, uneven skin tone, and early signs of ageing. They are suitable for the face, neck, décolletage, and hands. Profhilo in particular is known for its bio-remodelling properties — it triggers all four types of collagen and elastin, delivering both immediate hydration and progressive skin quality improvement.
A standard Profhilo protocol is 2 sessions spaced 4 weeks apart, with results becoming most visible 4–8 weeks after the second session as collagen production peaks. Results typically last 6–12 months. Other HA skin boosters (Restylane Vital, Juvederm Hydrate) usually require 3 initial sessions monthly, then maintenance every 6–9 months. Most patients schedule 2 maintenance sessions per year to sustain optimal skin quality.
Skin booster injections use very fine needles, and topical numbing cream is applied before treatment to minimise discomfort. Most patients describe the sensation as a mild pinch or pressure. The face is typically treated with 5–10 injection points using the BAAPS (Bio Aesthetic Points) technique for Profhilo, taking 15–20 minutes. Mild redness and small raised bumps at injection sites resolve completely within 12–24 hours.
HA skin booster costs in Malaysia vary by brand and volume. Profhilo (2ml per session) typically costs RM1,200–RM2,000 per session. Other HA boosters (Restylane Vital, Juvederm Hydrate) range from RM800–RM1,500 per session. A 2-session Profhilo course costs approximately RM2,400–RM4,000 in total. Contact Vivardi Clinics for our current skin booster packages and consultation availability.