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Profhilo Versus Polynucleotides
Profhilo and Polynucleotides are the two biggest skin booster treatments in the aesthetics world right now. While similar, in that they have an amazing ability to improve skin quality, it may be confusing when you’re trying to figure out which treatment to get when.
So we’re going to break it down for you.
What You Need to Know about NAD+, Anti-ageing, and Aesthetics
You might have recently started to hear growing buzz in the aesthetics world about NAD+. Anyone who has a background in biology will be very familiar with this little molecule, where it works as an essential co-enzyme in metabolic processes. It’s being touted as a new fountain of youth, from brightening tired skin to enhancing cellular function.
But what exactly does all of this mean?
Polynucleotides in Aesthetic Medicine: Everything You Need to Know
Regenerative medicine is all about repairing, replacing, or regenerating cells, tissues, or organs to restore their function. The basic principle involves giving your body a boost to heal itself from any damage or signs of ageing. Regenerative medicine is an expanding field within aesthetics, with exciting treatments like polynucleotides being the talk of the town.
So what exactly are polynucleotides and how do they work?
Let’s find out!
What are Exosomes?
You might have heard buzz around the new vehicle taking the aesthetics and regenerative medicine world by storm. Exosomes are being touted as the “next big thing.” But what exactly are they, and what do we know about how they work?
The concept of “Instagram face” is not a new one, but has received more recent attention as Meta has banned filters that encourage plastic surgery. Awareness of the role that social media and photo editing plays in aesthetic medicine is incredibly important for both clinicians and patients. The influence of social media can be incredibly negative, and it means it’s more important than ever to navigate between good, ethical medical practice versus “selling” cosmetic procedures.