Earlier this week, Dr Ellen Selkon, co-owner of the esteemed doctor-owned cosmetic clinic Clinic42, became one of the first practitioners in New Zealand to receive specialised training in Profhilo® treatment for the peri-orbital (eye) and peri-oral (lip) areas.

Once again, Clinic42 has reaffirmed its position as a leader in cosmetic medicine. On Tuesday, Dr Selkon was invited to undertake training in Profhilo® specifically for the delicate regions around the eyes and lips. This follows the phenomenal success of Profhilo® and Profhilo® Structura, both of which have generated extensive waitlists and led to global shortages, with Clinic42 being the first clinic in New Zealand to offer the latter treatment.

The advanced training was conducted by Dr Naveed Muradi, an internationally recognised speaker from IBSA, the creators of Profhilo®. This represents the next evolution in Profhilo®’s regenerative aesthetic offerings, focusing on two of the most challenging areas in cosmetic medicine.

“These areas, especially under the eyes, are incredibly delicate and difficult to treat well,” explains Dr Selkon. “Filler in these zones can look puffy or visible due to how thin the skin is. This Profhilo® approach is different — it improves texture, boosts collagen and elastin, and delivers noticeable refinement without volume overload. It is a treatment that will gradually, over time, improve the skin and tissue quality in this difficult to treat area.”

Designed to smooth fine lines, hydrate the skin and restore elasticity, this treatment is ideal for patients looking to future-proof the eye and mouth areas, which are often the first to show visible signs of ageing.

This targeted eye and lip treatment can be utilised as a standalone skin-enhancing protocol or in conjunction with other Profhilo® treatments, such as Profhilo® (face), Profhilo® Body, Profhilo® Structura, or Clinic42’s unique Lift & Glow package, which synergises both Profhilo® and Profhilo® Structura for a comprehensive rejuvenation solution.

Treatment details

• Targets: Under-eye and lip areas (peri-orbital & peri-oral)
• Benefits: Improves skin texture, diminishes fine lines, boosts collagen and elastin
• Duration: Approximately 30 minutes; two sessions are recommended four weeks apart
• Downtime: Minimal
• Price: $800 per treatment (peri-orbital or peri-oral); two treatments are recommended
• Availability: From mid-May 2025. Treatments with Dr Ellen Selkon available on Wednesdays or Thursdays.