Hydration & radiance
Mesotherapy can be used to deliver selected ingredients into the skin with the aim of improving hydration, tone and overall skin quality.
St Mary's Medical Clinic · Dermatology
Mesotherapy in Malta
Mesotherapy uses multiple small injections to place selected active ingredients into the skin. At St Mary's Clinic it is offered for skin rejuvenation and selected concerns such as dullness, hydration, fine lines and pigmentation, with the formulation and treatment course chosen according to the area being treated.
Skin rejuvenationHydrationFine linesPigmentation15–30 minutes
What Mesotherapy is used for
One technique can be adapted to different treatment goals.
Mesotherapy is a micro-injection technique used across skin rejuvenation, pigmentation, selected under-eye concerns, body applications and hair-loss pathways.
Fine lines & firmness
Treatment may form part of a rejuvenation plan where skin quality, elasticity and dullness are concerns.
Selected dark marks
Certain formulations may be used in pigmentation pathways, although the active ingredients and suitability depend on the type and cause of pigmentation.
How the treatment is delivered
Mesotherapy is defined by the micro-injection technique—not by one fixed ingredient.
Different formulations may contain vitamins or other selected active ingredients. The clinician chooses the product, depth and treatment pattern according to the indication.
Multiple small injections
Fine needles are used to place small quantities of the selected formulation into the treatment area. Because mesotherapy is a delivery technique, the exact ingredients and objective should be discussed rather than assuming every mesotherapy session is identical.
Treatment areas
Treatment can be adapted for facial skin rejuvenation, pigmentation, selected under-eye concerns, body areas and hair-loss applications.
Combination treatment
Mesotherapy may also form part of a wider treatment plan alongside laser treatment, PRP or microneedling where clinically appropriate.
Assessment & suitability
The formulation should match the concern being treated.
Consultation considers your treatment goal, skin condition, allergies, active infections, pregnancy or breastfeeding status, previous procedures and the ingredients planned for injection.
Who may be suitable
People seeking non-surgical skin, hair or body treatment may be considered after assessment.
When it may not be suitable
Treatment is generally avoided during pregnancy or breastfeeding, with active skin infection, or where relevant allergy concerns are present.
Number of sessions
There is no single fixed course; the number of sessions depends on the indication and individual response.
Comfort
Topical numbing cream may be used where appropriate. The procedure is generally well tolerated.
Procedure & recovery
Short appointments with little interruption to the day.
A typical treatment session takes approximately 15–30 minutes, depending on the treatment area.
Consultation
The treatment goal and formulation are discussed, together with relevant medical history and previous procedures.
Preparation
The skin is cleansed and topical numbing may be used where appropriate.
Micro-injections
Small quantities of the selected formulation are injected across the treatment area using fine needles.
Immediately after
Temporary redness, pinpoint swelling or mild tenderness can occur around the injection sites.
Aftercare
Gentle skincare and sunscreen are recommended after treatment. Further sessions may be suggested according to the indication and response.
Results & expectations
Improvement is usually cumulative rather than a one-off transformation.
Mesotherapy may improve hydration, tone and elasticity. The degree and speed of change depend on the treatment goal, formulation and number of sessions.
Early hydration
Some patients notice a fresher or more hydrated appearance as the skin settles after treatment.
Course effect
Where mesotherapy is delivered as a series, changes in tone or skin quality are usually judged across the full course rather than after one injection session.
Maintenance
Follow-up treatment may be suggested to maintain hydration or other treatment-specific improvements.
Prices
Mesotherapy prices
Treatment pricing is shown below.
Mesotherapy Treatment€160
Aesthetic physician
Meet the clinician involved in your care.
Your consultation is an important part of treatment planning, allowing the procedure, expected response, recovery and individual suitability to be discussed before proceeding.
Aesthetic Physician
Dr Frank Farrugia
MD, MRCP, M.Sc Health SciencesDr Frank Farrugia provides assessment and treatment planning for mesotherapy at St Mary's Clinic.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Mesotherapy.
Find answers to common questions below. Your consultation will confirm suitability, expected recovery and the treatment plan for your skin.
01Is Mesotherapy painful?
The treatment is generally well tolerated, and topical numbing cream may be used to reduce discomfort.
02How long does a session take?
A typical session is listed as approximately 15–30 minutes, depending on the treatment area.
03How many sessions will I need?
There is no fixed number of sessions; the course is determined according to the concern being treated and your response.
04Can Mesotherapy be used for pigmentation?
Yes. Mesotherapy may be used for selected pigmentation concerns, although the formulation and treatment plan depend on the type of pigmentation.
05Can Mesotherapy be combined with other procedures?
It may be combined with laser treatment, PRP or microneedling in selected treatment plans.
06What aftercare is recommended?
Gentle skincare and sunscreen are recommended after treatment, with any additional instructions tailored to the injected product and area.