Polynucleotides in Ascot: The Regenerative Treatment Your Skin Has Been Waiting For

Published by Ascot Skin & Body Clinic | Kate Winter, MSc Aesthetic Medicine

Polynucleotides are one of the most exciting developments in aesthetic medicine in recent years, and they are rapidly becoming one of the most requested treatments at our clinic in Ascot. If you have not yet heard of them, you are about to — because the results they deliver are genuinely impressive, particularly for clients who want to improve skin quality rather than simply add volume.

This post covers everything you need to know: what polynucleotides are, how they work, what conditions they treat, and what to expect from treatment at Ascot Skin & Body Clinic.

What Are Polynucleotides?

Polynucleotides, sometimes referred to as PDRN (polydeoxyribonucleotide), are chains of DNA fragments derived from highly purified salmon or trout DNA. Before that puts you off, it is worth knowing that salmon DNA has a remarkably high compatibility with human tissue, which is why it has been used in medical and wound-healing research for decades.

When injected into the skin, polynucleotides work by stimulating your own cells to regenerate and repair. They activate fibroblasts, which are the cells responsible for producing collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid. Rather than introducing a foreign substance to fill or freeze, polynucleotides switch on your skin's own repair mechanisms and encourage it to heal and rebuild from within.

What Do Polynucleotides Treat?

Polynucleotides are highly versatile and can be used to treat a range of skin concerns, including:

Skin laxity and loss of firmness, particularly around the eyes, cheeks and jawline. Fine lines and crepey skin texture. Dull or uneven skin tone and poor skin quality. Dark circles and thin skin under the eyes, where results can be particularly striking. Sun damage and pigmentation. Hair loss, where polynucleotides are injected into the scalp to stimulate follicle activity.

One of the things that makes polynucleotides stand out is their effectiveness in areas that other treatments find difficult to address. The under-eye area, for example, is notoriously tricky — the skin there is very thin and delicate, and not all products are suitable. Polynucleotides are well tolerated in this area and consistently produce excellent results.

How Are Polynucleotides Different from Profhilo?

This is a question we get asked often, since both are classed as skin boosters. The key difference is in how they work. Profhilo uses hyaluronic acid to hydrate and stimulate collagen production, delivering fast and visible results in terms of plumpness and radiance. Polynucleotides work through a regenerative mechanism, repairing and rebuilding skin at a cellular level over a longer period.

In practice, polynucleotides tend to produce more gradual results that continue to improve over several months. Some clients benefit from one treatment, others from both — your consultation will help us determine which approach, or which combination, is right for you.

What Does Treatment Involve?

Polynucleotides are administered via a series of small injections into the treatment area. The number of injection points varies depending on the area being treated. Treatment typically takes between 20 and 40 minutes.

A course of treatment usually involves two to three sessions spaced three to four weeks apart. Results build gradually over the weeks following each session, with the full effect typically visible two to three months after completing a course. Many clients then choose a maintenance session every six to twelve months.

The treatment is well tolerated by most clients. There may be some mild redness or swelling immediately afterwards, which usually settles within 24 hours.

Why Choose Ascot Skin & Body Clinic for Polynucleotides?

At Ascot Skin & Body Clinic, all injectable treatments are performed by Kate Winter, MSc Aesthetic Medicine. Kate holds a Master's degree in Aesthetic Medicine awarded with distinction, and her clinical knowledge of skin science, facial anatomy and regenerative treatments means you are in exceptionally qualified hands.

We use pharmacy-grade, UK-licensed polynucleotide products and follow the strict clinical guidelines of the Cosmetic Practice Standards Authority (CPSA). Every client receives a thorough consultation before treatment begins, and we will never recommend something that is not right for your skin and your goals.

We serve clients from Ascot, Windsor, Virginia Water, Sunningdale, Camberley and across Berkshire and Surrey.

Polynucleotides Pricing and Current Offer

Polynucleotides at Ascot Skin & Body Clinic are priced at £249 per session.

We are currently offering an introductory price of £186 per session, a saving of 25% off the regular price. For the first ten clients who take up this offer, we are also including a complimentary facial.

This is a strictly limited offer, so we encourage you to get in touch soon if you are interested.

Book Your Consultation in Ascot

If you would like to find out whether polynucleotides are the right treatment for your skin concerns, we would love to help. Book online at ascotskinandbody.simplybook.it or email us at hello@ascotskinandbodyclinic.co.uk.

All new clients are welcome for a consultation. No obligation, no pressure — just honest, clinician-led advice on what will genuinely make a difference to your skin.