Mesotherapy · Mesocan in Berlin – AS Clinic

What should be established before mesotherapy?

For a sound consultation, the name of the method alone is not what matters. Before treatment it should be clear:

• Which product is used
• Which ingredients it contains
• Which skin concern is to be treated
• How many sessions appear sensible
• Which effect is realistic
• Which side effects and contraindications have to be taken into account

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What does "Mesocan" mean at AS Clinic?

"Mesotherapy · Mesocan" is the name of AS Clinic's mesotherapy offering. The specific injection solution is not inferred from the name in blanket terms, but named before treatment and chosen according to your skin and the treatment goal. That keeps it transparent which product is actually used — a general description such as "vitamin cocktail" would be too imprecise without knowing the specific composition.

What can facial mesotherapy be used for?

Facial mesotherapy can be of particular interest where the priority is not more facial volume but an improvement in selected properties of the skin. How much these points change depends on the product used and on your individual skin; mesotherapy should therefore not be understood as a treatment that corrects every form of line, pigmentation, scarring or skin laxity equally.

• Skin that is dry or low in moisture
• A dull or tired-looking complexion
• Fine superficial lines
• Uneven skin texture
• Elasticity that appears to be decreasing
• A wish for a subtle refresh without classic volume build-up

Can mesotherapy improve skin hydration?

With mesotherapy concepts using suitable hyaluronic-acid-based products, clinical studies show indications of improvements in skin hydration and elasticity. The effect depends on the product and the person, however, and is not equivalent to a volume filler. Hyaluronic acid that is not cross-linked, or developed for superficial skin treatments, can bind water in the tissue; with a suitable treatment the skin can therefore appear smoother and fresher.

Can mesotherapy improve fine lines?

Fine superficial lines can appear less distinct depending on their cause and the product used. Deeply etched lines, or lines that are mainly expression-related, may need a different approach. Before treatment we therefore distinguish between:

• Dryness lines
• Expression lines caused by muscle movement
• Static lines that remain visible at rest
• Structural changes from volume loss or skin laxity

How well is mesotherapy studied scientifically?

The scientific evidence depends heavily on the injection solution used. For certain hyaluronic-acid-based mesotherapy and skin booster concepts there are clinical studies with positive results for hydration, elasticity and skin quality; for unspecific multivitamin mixtures the results are considerably less consistent. The effect should therefore not be inferred from the term "mesotherapy" in blanket terms — the product, the ingredients, the injection technique, the course of treatment and the specific indication are what matter.

Mesotherapy or a Skin Booster – what is the difference?

Mesotherapy describes above all a technique with several superficial micro-injections. "Skin booster" is a more broadly used term for injectable treatments aimed at skin quality and hydration. Depending on the product used, the two concepts can overlap. What matters for the decision is therefore which product is used and which goal is to be treated, rather than the name of the method alone.

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Mesotherapy or a hyaluronic acid filler – what is the difference?

A classic hyaluronic acid filler is used to change volume, shape or contour in a targeted way. Mesotherapy works more superficially and across an area; a pronounced build-up of volume is not its primary goal.

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Mesotherapy or Botox – what is the difference?

Botulinum toxin reduces the activity of specific muscles and is used above all for expression lines. Mesotherapy addresses the superficial skin instead and does not change muscle activity in the same way. For a pronounced frown line or crow's feet caused by strong facial movement, a different treatment can therefore make sense than for dry, finely textured skin.

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Mesotherapy or Profhilo – what is the difference?

Profhilo is a specific hyaluronic-acid-based product and treatment concept. Mesotherapy, by contrast, is a technique — a collective term for superficial micro-injections with various possible products. Which treatment suits better depends on the condition of the skin, the effect you want and the product actually planned.

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Which areas can be treated?

Which regions are suitable for mesotherapy depends on the product used and your individual skin. The face is often the focus; depending on the treatment concept, other areas of skin can also be discussed. In the face, particular attention can be paid to areas where skin quality and hydration are the priority. Very delicate regions, for example immediately around the eyes, need their own anatomical assessment and, where applicable, a concept designed specifically for them.

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When do you see the result of mesotherapy?

The final result is not visible right after the last micro-injection. Immediately afterwards, small bumps, redness or swelling can appear; changes in skin quality then develop gradually. How quickly an effect is noticed depends particularly on your starting skin, the product and the number of sessions planned.

How many sessions do you need?

There is no fixed number of sessions that applies to every mesotherapy. Depending on the product and the treatment goal, a course can make sense; the number and interval of appointments are set individually. A course should not be extended simply because a blanket standard package provides for it — it makes more sense to assess the course so far and the effect actually achieved.

How long does the result last?

The longevity of mesotherapy cannot be stated in blanket terms. It depends heavily on the product used, the course of treatments and your individual skin. Even after a visible result the skin continues to change; a possible repeat should therefore be planned according to the actual condition of the skin and not solely by a fixed calendar.

Does mesotherapy hurt?

The treatment consists of many small injections. These can be felt as brief pinpricks, slight burning or pressure. How much you feel is individual. Because the work covers a wider area than a treatment with a few injection points, the experience differs from classic filler or Botox treatments.

How long is the downtime?

Downtime is usually minimal. Small areas of redness, pinpoint swelling, temporary bumps or bruising can occur, however, and be visible for a while. If a wedding, photoshoot, important business appointment or another event is planned straight afterwards, allow an appropriate gap.

Risks and possible side effects

Mesotherapy is an invasive injectable treatment too and not entirely free of risk. Local, temporary reactions are more common; further risks depend substantially on the product used and the region treated. The specific explanation of risks must therefore relate to the product actually used. Possible reactions are:

• Redness
• Small swellings or bumps
• Tenderness or burning
• Small bruises
• Temporary irregularities
• Infections
• Hypersensitivity or inflammatory reactions to components of the product used

Which symptoms should be assessed?

Unusually severe or increasingly painful reactions, marked signs of inflammation, strongly increasing swelling or other unexpected symptoms should be assessed medically promptly. For any injectable treatment in the face the following also applies: sudden visual disturbances or neurological symptoms are not a normal treatment outcome and require immediate emergency medical assessment.

Who may mesotherapy be suitable for?

Mesotherapy may be an option for adults where skin quality, hydration or fine superficial changes are the priority and the chosen product suits their individual situation. Among the things taken into account are:

• The condition of the skin
• The treatment goal
• Allergies and intolerances
• Existing illnesses
• Medication taken regularly
• Previous injectable treatments
• Current inflammation or infection

When should mesotherapy not be carried out, or be postponed?

With acute infections or inflammation in the treatment area, and with certain medical risk factors, mesotherapy can be unsuitable or postponed. Further contraindications depend on the product actually used. Pregnancy or breastfeeding, known allergies and certain illnesses or medicines should be stated before treatment planning begins. Prescribed medicines should never be stopped or paused on your own initiative for an aesthetic treatment.

Aftercare following mesotherapy

You will receive individual instructions after treatment. In general it can make sense to:

• Touch the treated skin as little as possible at first
• Keep the injection sites clean
• Avoid firm rubbing or massaging, unless this has been expressly recommended
• Not apply unnecessary irritating skin products immediately after treatment
• Avoid intense physical exertion at first
• Avoid saunas and strong heat for a while
• Report noticeable or increasingly severe symptoms early

Medically reviewed

Nader Farahwaschy – specialist in surgery. Medical licence since 2004; specialist recognition in surgery from the Berlin Medical Association since 2011. The medical review of this content does not replace a personal assessment before treatment.