Facial Mesotherapy in Berlin
Environmental exposure and the natural ageing process gradually alter the skin’s structure. It loses firmness and volume, leading first to fine lines and later to more pronounced wrinkles. At the same time, the complexion can begin to look dull and tired.
Mesotherapy involves injecting a personalised combination of active ingredients into the deeper layers of the skin. There, they act at a cellular level to support long-lasting skin revitalisation and regeneration. The treatment stimulates skin cells and connective tissue whilst helping to improve the skin’s moisture balance. This can leave the complexion looking smoother, fresher and more youthful. At my specialist practice for plastic and aesthetic surgery in Berlin, I offer mesotherapy as a minimally invasive treatment for skin rejuvenation. Each treatment is tailored to you and can be combined effectively with other aesthetic procedures.
- Treatment time
- 20 to 30 minutes, depending on the extent of treatment
- Anaesthesia
- Topical local anaesthetic cream
- Hospital stay
- Outpatient treatment
- Return to work
- Immediately after treatment
- Exercise
- After two days
- Wound care
- Not required
- Cost
- From €250, depending on the extent of treatment and the product used
- Aftercare
- Cooling immediately after treatment; avoid hot baths, exercise and strenuous physical activity for one day
Following your consultation, I prepare an individual combination of active ingredients based on the condition of your skin and the result you would like to achieve. The treatment area is disinfected and, if you wish, I apply an anaesthetic cream so that the injections usually feel like no more than mild pressure. I then introduce the active ingredients into the skin using very fine needles. A light massage at the end of the session helps distribute the injected substances evenly. Treatment takes approximately 30 minutes, and you can normally return to work and social activities immediately afterwards.
Mesotherapy is generally considered a low-risk treatment, but no injectable procedure is entirely without potential side effects. The selected ingredients are usually well tolerated, and some, such as hyaluronic acid, also occur naturally in the body. I tailor the formulation to your individual skin and treatment goals to reduce the likelihood of unwanted reactions. During your consultation, I will also ask about any known allergies, sensitivities and previous adverse reactions. Temporary redness, swelling, bruising, tenderness or irritation may occur at the injection sites; infection and allergic reactions are uncommon but possible.
No special aftercare is usually required following mesotherapy. Mild redness or swelling may develop around the injection sites, but this generally settles quickly and can be eased by cooling the area. Avoid strenuous physical activity on the day of treatment. For the first week, it is advisable to avoid saunas, sunbeds and direct sun exposure.
Mesotherapy for Fresher, Younger-Looking Skin
Mesotherapy was developed in 1952 by the French physician Dr Michel Pistor, who is regarded as the founder of the technique. It is a minimally invasive procedure designed to support the skin’s natural regenerative processes over the longer term. Small quantities of various active ingredients are injected into the middle layer of the skin, directly into the areas where they are intended to act.
Today, mesotherapy is used primarily in aesthetic medicine and pain management. In aesthetic treatment, it acts as a skin booster: tired-looking areas may appear smoother and firmer, creating a visible rejuvenating effect. For this reason, the treatment is sometimes also called a “meso lift”.
How Does Mesotherapy Smooth and Firm the Skin?
In aesthetic medicine, mesotherapy is used primarily to improve the firmness and smoothness of facial skin. It combines several treatment principles associated with acupuncture, neural therapy and reflexology. At the same time, natural substances such as hyaluronic acid, along with selected vitamins and amino acids, support skin regeneration. The injections create small deposits of these ingredients within the skin, from which they are released gradually into the surrounding tissue. Treatment may also promote local circulation and improve the skin’s oxygen supply, contributing to a fresher, smoother and firmer appearance. By stimulating skin metabolism at a cellular level, mesotherapy delivers active ingredients more directly than topical products.
Mesotherapy can be combined effectively with other aesthetic procedures, including wrinkle treatment with Botox or dermal fillers, laser treatment or a vampire facial (PRP treatment using your own blood).
What Results Can Mesotherapy Achieve?
Mesotherapy is not used solely for wrinkle treatment; it can also serve as a broader treatment to improve overall skin quality. Tired or stressed skin may look fresher and more revitalised following treatment. The full result generally develops over ten to 14 days and may last for several months. A maintenance treatment can then be considered.
Mesotherapy at My Berlin Practice: Personalised Advice and Care
Mesotherapy at my specialist practice for plastic and aesthetic surgery in Berlin begins with a personal consultation, during which I take the time to understand your expectations and treatment goals. I explain how the treatment works, discuss the procedure and examine the areas of skin concerned. If mesotherapy is suitable for you, treatment can usually be carried out directly after the medical consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does mesotherapy work?
Mesotherapy involves injecting a blend of selected active ingredients into the deeper layers of the skin, where they form small deposits and are released gradually. The formulation supports the skin’s regenerative processes at a cellular level, helping the complexion appear smoother, fresher and more youthful.
Who is suitable for mesotherapy?
Mesotherapy may be suitable for people seeking long-lasting skin rejuvenation through a minimally invasive treatment that does not require surgery or incisions. Your suitability will be assessed during a medical consultation.
How long do the results last?
There is no single answer, as the duration of the result depends on factors including your skin metabolism and the active ingredients used. Results generally last for several months. Treatment can be repeated at appropriate intervals, provided there are no medical reasons not to proceed.
Who is permitted to perform mesotherapy?
In Germany, mesotherapy may be performed by doctors and licensed non-medical practitioners known as Heilpraktiker. For an injectable aesthetic treatment, I recommend consulting a suitably qualified specialist in plastic and aesthetic surgery. This ensures that your suitability, anatomy, treatment plan and any potential risks are assessed from a specialist medical perspective.
What else can mesotherapy be used for?
In aesthetic medicine, mesotherapy is used not only for facial rejuvenation and wrinkle treatment, but also to support scar treatment and to address concerns such as cellulite, pigmentation irregularities and hair loss.
What are the benefits of mesotherapy?
Mesotherapy is a minimally invasive approach to skin regeneration and rejuvenation. It requires neither surgery nor incisions and usually involves little downtime.
Can mesotherapy be combined with other aesthetic procedures?
Yes. Mesotherapy is often combined with wrinkle treatments such as Botox, dermal fillers or laser treatment. It can also complement a vampire facial using platelet-rich plasma (PRP). In these combinations, mesotherapy acts as an additional skin-boosting treatment.
What is a vampire facial?
A vampire facial is an autologous blood treatment, meaning that it uses material obtained from your own blood. It is intended to support skin regeneration and connective-tissue formation, helping the skin look smoother and firmer over time. The treatment does not use whole red blood; instead, it uses plasma containing a concentrated proportion of platelets, along with growth factors and proteins. It is therefore also known as PRP therapy, with PRP standing for “platelet-rich plasma”. A small amount of blood is taken from a vein in your arm and processed before the plasma is applied or injected.