The Difference Between Skin Boosters and Bio-Revitalisers

As we age, our skin’s natural ability to produce collagen and retain hydration begins to decline. This results in dryness, loss of elasticity, reduction of the skin's health and therefore, the gradual appearance of fine lines and dullness.

To combat these changes, aesthetic medicine offers two powerful injectable treatments: skin boosters and bio-revitalisers. Though often mentioned together, they serve distinct roles in skin rejuvenation.

Skin boosters, such as Profhilo, are primarily designed to improve hydration and skin texture. They contain high concentrations of hyaluronic acid, which attracts water and plumps the skin from within. Unlike traditional fillers, skin boosters do not volumise or sculpt — they enhance overall skin quality, making it smoother, more supple, and radiant. Profhilo is unique in that it also stimulates mild collagen and elastin production due to its hybrid hyaluronic acid formulation, making it an ideal treatment for early signs of skin ageing.

Reptuable brands of Skin Boosters include:

• Profhilo

• Belotero Revive

• Neauvia Hydro Deluxe

• Juvederm Volite

• Teoxane redensity 1

• Restylane Skin Boosters

• ​Croma Saypha Rich

• Neofound

Bio-revitalisers, on the other hand, go a step further. These include products like Polynucleotides and Sculptra, which actively stimulate cellular regeneration and collagen synthesis. Polynucleotides repair and restore tissue at a DNA level, ideal for delicate areas like under the eyes. Sculptra and Neauvia Stimulate are bio-stimulatory injectables that encourage fibroblasts to produce new collagen, offering a gradual and long-lasting lifting and firming effect.

Reputable brands of Skin Bio-Revitalisers include:

• Polynucleotide brands - PolyPhil, Ameela, Plinest, Vitaran

• Fillmed NCTF

• Sculptra

• Neauvia Stimulate

  
  

In summary, skin boosters hydrate and smooth, while biorevitalisers rebuild and strengthen the skin's deeper structure. Both can be used independently or combined for layered skin rejuvenation, depending on your skin goals.

As always, a consultation is essential to determine the most suitable approach for your skin type, age, and aesthetic concerns — ensuring a personalised plan that supports long-term skin health and natural beauty.