Why Skin Boosters Like Profhilo & Sunekos Are Ideal for Melanin-Rich Skin

Gemma Dietrich
May 20
2 min read

Updated: Jun 19

At Astral Skin Clinic in East London, we understand that melanin-rich skin has unique strengths - and specific needs. Whilst it tends to age more slowly and retains elasticity longer than lighter skin types, it can still suffer from dehydration, uneven texture, and dullness.

That’s where skin boosters like Profhilo and Sunekos come in.

These injectable treatments are designed to deeply hydrate and rejuvenate the skin - without disrupting your natural features or triggering pigmentation issues. Here’s why they’re especially effective (and safe) for Black and brown skin:

Deep Hydration Without Heaviness

Topical moisturisers only go so far. Melanin-rich skin often needs hydration at the dermis level - where deeper dehydration can cause loss of glow and elasticity.

Skin boosters like Profhilo and Sunekos are made from hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance that draws water into the skin. These products deliver hydration from within, improving firmness and elasticity without leaving a greasy or heavy finish.

Improves Texture, Not Just Tone

Many clients with Black or brown skin experience textural concerns like fine lines, crepiness, or mild scarring - not always best addressed with harsh resurfacing treatments.

Skin boosters offer a gentle way to improve texture over time, helping the skin look and feel smoother, more even, and more radiant - without affecting your facial structure or natural volume.

Pigment-Safe and Non-Irritating

Unlike chemical peels or lasers, Profhilo and Sunekos are non-invasive and pigment-safe, meaning they won’t trigger post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) - a common concern for darker skin tones.

These treatments work by stimulating your skin’s own production of collagen and elastin, not by peeling or resurfacing. They’re ideal for sensitive, melanin-rich skin types that require gentle, effective care.

Results That Enhance - Not Change

The goal with skin boosters isn’t to make you look different - it’s to make your skin look its healthiest, brightest, and most hydrated.

Profhilo and Sunekos give you:

A natural glow
Improved skin bounce
A smoother, more luminous complexion

All without fillers, volume changes, or obvious signs of cosmetic work.

Why Choose Astral Skin Clinic?

Led by Dr. Michael Aicken, with 18 years experience in advanced aesthetic treatments, our clinic offers bespoke plans for all skin tones. We treat clients of all backgrounds, with special attention to the nuanced needs of melanin-rich skin.

Your treatment plan will be fully tailored to your goals - whether that’s boosting glow, softening fine lines, or simply refreshing your skin ahead of a big event.