Mesotherapy in Islamabad with Dr. Umbreen Munir Minhas delivers a sealed blend of vitamins, amino acids and light hyaluronic acid into the upper skin of your face to refresh dull, tired-looking skin.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Umbreen Munir Minhas, MBBS, FCPS (Plastic Surgery). Last updated October 2026.
Mesotherapy is a technique of many very shallow microinjections into the middle layer of skin, the mesoderm. French doctor Michel Pistor developed it in 1952.
On this page, it means facial skin mesotherapy only. It is not a weight loss method, a fat dissolving treatment or a hair loss treatment.
Stress, poor sleep, pollution and sun can leave skin looking flat and grey. A course of microinjections aims to bring back a fresher look.
Skin that feels tight and rough despite moisturiser lacks water in its deeper layers. The light hyaluronic acid in the blend helps hold moisture.
Fine texture changes around the eyes and cheeks make the face look worn out. Mesotherapy targets skin surface quality rather than volume.
Some people want brighter skin before a wedding or event without the redness and peeling that stronger peels or lasers can cause.
Microinjections spread over the forehead, cheeks and chin refresh overall tone. This is the standard treatment area.
Thin skin around the eyes is treated gently with very shallow points. It suits fine dryness lines, not deep bags.
Dry, crepey neck skin is treated in the same session as the face. It suits early texture change, not loose skin.
Sun-exposed chest skin with roughness gains a smoother look. It is usually treated alongside the neck.
Expect fresher, smoother skin, not a dramatic change. A review of 15 published reports found most results were judged by photos and opinion rather than objective tests, so outcomes vary. Photos below are shared with consent.
Illustrative images. See Dr. Umbreen’s patient results in the before and after gallery.
Dr. Umbreen looks at your skin type, dryness and any acne or pigmentation. She explains what mesotherapy can realistically improve for your skin.
Stop aspirin and fish oil for some days before if allowed. Avoid peels, waxing and retinoid creams on the face for a few days beforehand.
Numbing cream is applied. A sealed vial is opened in front of you, and the blend is placed with a very fine needle as many tiny shallow injections.
Small bumps and pinpoint redness are normal and fade within a day. Leave the skin bare until the next morning and skip the gym that day.
| Time After Treatment | What to Expect |
|---|---|
| Same day | Pinpoint redness and small bumps. |
| 24 to 48 hours | Bumps fade. Tiny bruises may remain. |
| Week 1 | Skin looks fresher and feels smoother. |
| Weeks 2 to 4 | Time for the next session in the course. |
| Long term | Effects fade without maintenance. |
Use a gentle cleanser and daily sunscreen. Avoid saunas, steam rooms and swimming pools for a couple of days to protect the tiny injection points.
Most side effects are mild. The serious risk is infection from unsterile products, and one systematic review gathered 423 patients with mycobacterial skin infections after mesotherapy.
It does not lift sagging skin, fill wrinkles, remove fat or treat hair loss. Deep lines, scars and pigmentation need other treatments.
Your fee is confirmed after assessment, once the areas and number of sessions are agreed. Ask for one written price for the full course.
| Factor | How It Affects Your Fee |
|---|---|
| Product | Licensed sealed blends cost more than unbranded mixes. |
| Areas | Adding neck or chest increases the fee. |
| Sessions | A course costs more than a single visit. |
| Maintenance | Repeat sessions add to the yearly cost. |
A very low price can mean an unlabelled mix, so ask to see the product name and sealed vial before your mesotherapy treatment starts.
She will tell you honestly if mesotherapy fits your concern or if another treatment would help more. As a female doctor, she offers a private, unhurried consultation about your skin.
| Feature | Mesotherapy | Skin Boosters |
|---|---|---|
| Contents | Vitamins, amino acids, light hyaluronic acid | Hyaluronic acid gel |
| Main aim | Freshness and glow | Deep hydration and firmness |
| Depth | Very shallow | Within the dermis |
| Evidence | Limited, mostly photo-based | Controlled studies |
| Cost per session | Usually lower | Usually higher |
If your main concern is dryness and fine crepey lines, skin boosters are usually the stronger choice. Mesotherapy suits a lighter refresh.
Dr. Umbreen sees patients privately at Omer Diagnostic & Specialist Clinics (ODC), 12-A, LG Floor, CBC Plaza, G-8 Markaz, Islamabad, Monday to Friday, 3:00 to 5:00 PM.
Tell her about any allergies, recent facials or peels, and bring the names of skin products you use daily.
Choose a doctor who uses only sealed, licensed products, shows you the label and explains realistic results. Avoid salons and home visits offering mixed vials.
Numbing cream keeps it comfortable for most people. You feel many quick, light pricks across the face, and the delicate areas near the eyes and lips feel slightly more sensitive.
Most courses involve several sessions spaced a few weeks apart. Dr. Umbreen reviews your skin and photos after the course before suggesting any maintenance plan.
No. The ingredients are absorbed by the skin over time, and your skin keeps ageing naturally. Occasional maintenance sessions are needed to keep the refreshed look you like.
No. This treatment is for facial skin quality only. Fat reduction needs proven options such as fat freezing or liposuction, which Dr. Umbreen can discuss with you.
Hair fall needs a plan based on its cause first. For thinning hair, Dr. Umbreen usually discusses PRP for hair and medicines, which have stronger evidence behind them.
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