Mesotherapy
Pronunciation: mez-oh-THER-uh-pee
A minimally invasive technique involving microinjections of a mixture of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, hyaluronic acid, or pharmaceutical agents into the mesodermal layer of skin to address hydration, laxity, or localised fat deposits.
Full Definition
Mesotherapy was developed by Dr Michel Pistor in France in the 1950s and involves delivering small volumes of active substances directly into the mesoderm via multiple superficial injections. In aesthetic dermatology, applications include skin hydration (bio-revitalisation), hair loss treatment, and lipolysis. The composition of injectates varies widely, which presents regulatory and documentation challenges. Editors should note that 'mesotherapy' and 'bio-revitalisation' are not exact synonyms: bio-revitalisation typically refers specifically to meso-injection of hyaluronic acid for skin hydration, while mesotherapy encompasses a broader range of injectates and indications. Spell as one word; do not hyphenate.
Usage
Usage note: Do not use as a synonym for bio-revitalisation or skinbooster treatments. Confirm regulatory status of injectate when editing clinical documentation.
In Context
- "The treatment menu listing must clearly distinguish mesotherapy cocktail injections from bio-revitalisation protocols." — Clinic marketing review
- "Mesotherapy for localised lipolysis remains outside the licensed indications for the injectable compounds used in this study." — Clinical trial protocol