Mesotherapy is a medical skin treatment that delivers a tailored blend of vitamins, antioxidants and hydrating actives directly into the skin’s mid-layer using a series of fine micro-injections. At The Skin Nurse Clinic, it’s used to address dehydration, dullness and early signs of fatigue in the skin of the face, neck and décolletage, under the care of a qualified nurse prescriber.
45min
Minimum to no downtime
If requested
At The Skin Nurse Clinic, we approach skin treatments from both a medical and aesthetic perspective.
Many skin concerns such as acne, rosacea, and pigmentation require careful assessment before treatment. Our consultations ensure that the underlying causes of skin issues are properly understood before we begin aesthetic treatments.
Overall hydration, glow and skin quality
A natural extension of facial treatment, as dehydration and skin-quality concerns rarely stop at the jawline
an area that shows sun damage and dehydration early, but is often left out of a skincare routine
Treatment here focuses on hydration and vitality for tired-looking skin, rather than the volume restoration a filler would address
Mesotherapy suits people who want to support their skin’s condition rather than change its structure a preventative, quality-focused step rather than a corrective one.
It tends to appeal to:
A consultation determines suitability mesotherapy is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding, for anyone with an active skin infection in the treatment area, or for those with a known allergy to any product component. A full medical history is taken before any treatment plan is agreed.
At The Skin Nurse Clinic, your skin health is supported by more than just our team.
Through The FemHub, we are connected to a trusted network of healthcare professionals across Dublin who specialise in women’s health, dermatology, Skin check, hormones, nutrition, and wellbeing.
This collaborative approach allows us to support your skin in a truly holistic way.
Mesotherapy sits alongside microneedling, PRP and skin boosters as one of several routes to better skin quality not a replacement for any of them, and often used alongside them. Which combination suits you depends on your skin, your goals and how much downtime you’re comfortable with, so this is always worked out at consultation.
Most patients begin with a short course typically 3 to 6 sessions, spaced one to two weeks apart followed by occasional maintenance treatments. Your practitioner will confirm a personalised plan at consultation.
A full treatment typically takes 20 to 30 minutes, including preparation. Consultations are booked separately for new patients.
Most patients describe mild, brief discomfort rather than pain, similar to light pinpricks. Topical numbing cream is available for anyone who would prefer it, and can be discussed at consultation.
Downtime is minimal. It’s common to see slight redness or small bumps at injection points for a few hours, occasionally up to 24–48 hours. Most patients return to normal activities the same day.
Results build over a course of treatments and are typically maintained with occasional top-up sessions, as the effect relates to skin hydration and vitality rather than a permanent structural change.
When carried out by a qualified, appropriately trained practitioner using licensed products and sterile technique, mesotherapy is considered a low-risk treatment. As with any injectable treatment, a small risk of bruising, swelling or infection exists, which is why a full consultation and medical history are carried out beforehand.
Yes, mesotherapy is often paired with microneedling, as the micro-channelling can enhance how the solution is absorbed. Your practitioner will advise on the right sequencing and spacing for your skin.
Mesotherapy isn’t suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding, for anyone with an active skin infection or inflammation in the treatment area, or for those with a known allergy to any product ingredient. A full assessment at consultation determines suitability for you.
Pricing depends on the treatment area and the course recommended for your skin. Current prices are available on our https://theskinnurse.ie/price-listing/ page, or you can discuss a personalised plan at your consultation.
A considered, nurse-led approach to skin vitality, delivered at our Clontarf clinic by a team with 35 years of dermatology experience.
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