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Mesotherapy in Dubai — for face, hair and lips

Hydrated, glowing skin and stronger-looking hair through targeted micro-injections, planned by Specialist Dermatologist Dr. Abdullah Anis and delivered by Medical Aesthetician Dr. Kavitha Ravichandran in Al Safa 1, Dubai.

Mesotherapy in Dubai — Manhal Medical Center
Quick answer

Mesotherapy delivers tiny amounts of hydrating and nourishing ingredients, such as hyaluronic acid, vitamins, amino acids and selected actives, into the skin or scalp through micro-injections. At Manhal Medical Center in Al Safa 1, Dubai, Dr. Abdullah Anis assesses your skin or hair loss first, then Dr. Kavitha Ravichandran performs a course of sessions, usually 3–5 for the face and more for the scalp.

Face course3–5 sessions, 2–4 weeks apart
Hair courseEvery 1–2 weeks at first, judged at 3–6 months
Session time20–40 min plus numbing
TeamDr. Abdullah Anis (assessment) · Dr. Kavitha Ravichandran

Prepared by the Manhal Medical Center editorial team · Medically reviewed by Dr. Abdullah Anis · Updated: 2026-10-31

What mesotherapy can do for you

Mesotherapy is for people who want their skin to look fresher and better hydrated, or their hair to feel stronger, without downtime that keeps them away from work. Dubai's sun, heat and air conditioning dehydrate skin quickly; stress, diet and hormones show up in the scalp. Mesotherapy places active ingredients exactly where they are needed, in the upper layers of the skin or scalp, using very fine needles or an injector.

Face mesotherapy

On the face, neck and hands, mesotherapy usually uses hyaluronic acid with vitamins, amino acids and antioxidants. The aim is better hydration, glow and fine texture. The change is subtle and builds over a course; it does not replace Botox for movement lines or fillers for lost volume.

Hair mesotherapy

On the scalp, mesotherapy is part of a hair-loss plan, with formulations that may include vitamins such as biotin, amino acids, minerals and, in some protocols, medicines that act on follicles. It is only offered once the cause of your hair loss is known.

Lip mesotherapy

For dry, dull or darker lips, light hydrating and brightening mesotherapy can improve softness and tone. See lip whitening and plumping.

Every plan starts with Dr. Abdullah Anis, Specialist Dermatologist with more than 25 years in dermatology, who explains exactly what is in your solution and why. Sessions are performed by Dr. Kavitha Ravichandran, a DHA-licensed Medical Aesthetician and Aesthetic Laser Specialist with more than 17 years in aesthetic skin, hair and laser treatments, under his supervision.

Mesotherapy treatments at Manhal

Face mesotherapy

Hydration, glow and fine texture for dull or dehydrated skin, including a pre-event boost.

Mesotherapy for hair

Scalp micro-injections within a diagnosed hair-loss plan, often alternated with PRP.

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Lip whitening and plumping

Softer, hydrated lips with a more even tone, after the cause of dark lips is checked.

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Neck and hands

Hydration for crepey neck skin and the backs of the hands, often alongside skin boosters.

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Under-eye area

Gentle formulations for tired-looking under-eyes, when the dark circle type suits it.

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Combination plans

Mesotherapy with PRP, exosomes, peels or HydraFacial, timed to support each other.

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Why patients choose Manhal for mesotherapy

  • Assessment by a Specialist Dermatologist (DHA licence 00141155-008) before any injection
  • You are told what is in your solution and why it was chosen
  • Hair mesotherapy only after the cause of hair loss is diagnosed, with blood tests if needed
  • Sessions by Dr. Kavitha Ravichandran, 17+ years in aesthetic skin, hair and laser treatments
  • Honest comparison with PRP, skin boosters and medical treatment
  • Progress photos and a review before more sessions are added
  • A written plan and quote before you start
  • DHA-licensed polyclinic (no. 0001723), 4.7★ from 247 Google reviews, English and Arabic

Mesotherapy vs PRP vs skin boosters

Patients often ask which to choose. The honest answer depends on the goal.

MesotherapyPRPSkin boosters
What is injectedHyaluronic acid, vitamins, amino acids or selected activesPlatelets from your own bloodStabilised hyaluronic acid products
Best for the faceGlow, hydration, a quick refreshTexture, skin quality, mild scarringDeep hydration and bounce
Best for the hairSupport within a hair-loss planMost published evidence for pattern thinningNot used for hair
Blood drawNoYesNo
DowntimeSmall bumps for up to a dayRedness 1–3 daysSmall bumps for a day or two
Typical face course3–5 sessionsAbout 3 sessionsUsually 2 sessions

For hair, PRP has more evidence than mesotherapy; many patients combine the two with medical treatment.

Your first visit and mesotherapy session

  1. Consultation with Dr. Abdullah Anis: your goal, skin or scalp history, allergies and medicines
  2. Examination; for hair, scalp assessment and blood tests if the history suggests another cause
  3. Written plan naming the formulation, number of sessions, spacing and an itemised quote
  4. Cleansing and numbing cream for about 20–30 minutes
  5. Micro-injections by Dr. Kavitha Ravichandran, usually 15–30 minutes
  6. Aftercare advice and your next session booked; photos compared at review

Find out which mesotherapy suits you

WhatsApp a photo of your skin or scalp and book a consultation. We reply within working hours, in English or Arabic.

We reply on WhatsApp within working hours.

Mesotherapy prices and packages in Dubai

The price depends on the product (branded medical formulations cost more than basic vitamin mixes), the area, the number of sessions and any combination. Mesotherapy works as a course, so packages are quoted in writing after assessment.

OptionTypical sessionsWhat is includedPrice
Face mesotherapy, single session1Assessment, numbing, formulation, micro-injectionsAsk for today's price
Face mesotherapy course4Sessions 2–4 weeks apart with photo reviewAsk for today's price
Face, neck and hands course4More product and time per sessionAsk for today's price
Hair mesotherapy, single session1Scalp micro-injections after diagnosisAsk for today's price
Hair mesotherapy course6Frequent sessions at first, then spaced, with review at 3–6 monthsAsk for today's price
Hair mesotherapy + PRP planAs plannedAlternating sessions within one written planAsk for today's price
Lip mesotherapy course3–4Hydrating and brightening lip sessionsAsk for today's price

If a review shows mesotherapy is not helping, we change the plan rather than sell more sessions. Read more on mesotherapy cost in Dubai.

Who mesotherapy suits — and who should wait

  • Dull, dehydrated or tired-looking skin
  • A skin refresh before an event, with little downtime
  • Early hair thinning or shedding, once the cause is known
  • Dry, dull lips that need hydration
  • People who want to avoid a blood draw

Who should wait or choose another option

  • Pregnancy or breastfeeding
  • Active skin or scalp infection, cold sore or inflammation
  • Bleeding disorders or blood thinners that cannot be paused
  • Allergy to any ingredient in the formulation
  • A history of keloids, until assessed
  • Sudden patchy hair loss that has not been diagnosed

Pain, downtime, safety and results

Does it hurt?

Numbing cream keeps most people comfortable. You will feel quick pricks, and the scalp and lips are more sensitive than the cheeks.

Downtime

Small bumps, redness or pinpoint bruises usually settle within a day or two. Avoid make-up for about 24 hours, and skip saunas, intense exercise and strong sun for a day. After hair mesotherapy, wait 24 hours before washing your hair.

Safety

Side effects are usually mild. Rarely, injections can cause infection or an allergic reaction, which is why mesotherapy should be done by licensed professionals with known, approved products in a clinic. Contact us if you notice increasing pain, swelling, pus or fever.

Results

Facial glow is often visible within days and improves over a course. Hair results are judged over three to six months with photographs. Results vary, and mesotherapy cannot promise a specific change.

How to choose the best mesotherapy clinic in Dubai

  • Will a doctor assess your skin or diagnose your hair loss first?
  • Are the people injecting DHA-licensed? Check on Sheryan.
  • Can the clinic tell you exactly which product is used and why?
  • Is the full course quoted in writing, not only one session?
  • Will progress be reviewed with photos before more sessions are sold?
  • Will they tell you honestly when PRP, a skin booster or medicine is a better fit?

Mesotherapy near Jumeirah, City Walk and Downtown

Manhal Medical Center is at Office 101, SMJ1 Building, Street 22A, Al Safa 1, between Al Wasl Road and Sheikh Zayed Road, a short drive from Jumeirah, Umm Suqeim, Al Wasl, City Walk, Al Quoz, Business Bay, Downtown and Al Barsha. Patients also come from Sharjah and Abu Dhabi. For more on prices read mesotherapy cost in Dubai, and for hair loss see PRP hair treatment. Open daily 11:00–20:00, Saturday from 10:00.

Book your mesotherapy consultation

Call +971 4 328 4560, WhatsApp +971 52 987 2411 or use the form. Consultations in English and Arabic.

We reply on WhatsApp within working hours.

Your specialist

Dr. Abdullah Anis, Specialist Dermatologist & Venereologist — Manhal Medical Center

Dr. Abdullah Anis

Specialist Dermatologist & Venereologist

Medical dermatology, venereology, injectables and filler complications.

Dr. Kavitha Ravichandran, Medical Aesthetician & Aesthetic Laser Specialist — Manhal Medical Center

Dr. Kavitha Ravichandran

Medical Aesthetician & Aesthetic Laser Specialist

Performs laser, HydraFacial, PRP and skin sessions under the supervision of Dr. Abdullah Anis. DHA-licensed, 17+ years in aesthetic treatments.

Why patients choose Manhal Medical Center

  • A specialist dermatologist and venereologist, including training in dermatopathology
  • Diagnosis first, then medical or aesthetic treatment as appropriate
  • Assessment and management of filler complications, including from other clinics
  • Confidential, discreet care for sensitive concerns
  • Consultations in English and Arabic
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Mesotherapy in Dubai: practical information

Mesotherapy at Manhal Medical Center takes place at our clinic in central Dubai, between Al Wasl Road and Sheikh Zayed Road — a short drive from Jumeirah, City Walk, Downtown Dubai and Business Bay, with patients also coming from Sharjah and across the UAE. Fees depend on the findings at examination and the number of visits, so you receive a written plan before treatment. If you have insurance, ask your provider how mesotherapy is covered.

Travelling to Dubai for treatment?

Patients visiting from abroad can send records before travelling for a preliminary review of what can be done in one trip.

Plan your treatment from abroad

Dermatology in Dubai — Manhal Medical Center

Book your consultation in Dubai

Tell us what you need by form, phone or WhatsApp — our team will match you with the right specialist and confirm a time.

Questions patients ask

Patients visit us from Al Safa, Al Wasl, Jumeirah, Umm Suqeim, Al Quoz, City Walk, Business Bay, Downtown Dubai and Al Barsha — and from Sharjah and the wider UAE.

How much does mesotherapy cost in Dubai?

The price depends on the product, the area and the number of sessions. At Manhal you can book a single session or a course of four for the face, or a course of six for hair, and combinations with PRP are quoted as one plan. You receive a written quote after assessment. Ask on WhatsApp for today's price.

How many mesotherapy sessions do I need?

For the face, a typical course is three to five sessions two to four weeks apart, followed by occasional maintenance. For hair, sessions are often every one to two weeks at first and then spread out, with results judged at three to six months. Your plan depends on your skin, your hair loss and your response.

Does mesotherapy work for hair loss?

Mesotherapy can support the scalp as part of a hair-loss plan, particularly when formulations include medicines that act on follicles. The evidence is more limited and varied than for PRP or medical treatment, partly because formulations differ so much. Dr. Abdullah Anis recommends it only when it suits your diagnosis, and often alongside PRP or minoxidil.

Is mesotherapy better than PRP?

They do different jobs. PRP uses your own platelets and has more published evidence for pattern hair loss and for skin texture. Mesotherapy uses a chosen formulation, needs no blood draw and is good for hydration and glow. Many patients combine them, and the consultation will tell you which matters more for your goal.

What is in mesotherapy?

Facial formulations commonly contain hyaluronic acid, vitamins, amino acids and antioxidants. Hair formulations may include biotin and other vitamins, amino acids, minerals and, in some protocols, medicines that act on hair follicles. At Manhal you are told which product is used and why before treatment.

Is mesotherapy painful?

Numbing cream is applied for about 20 to 30 minutes before treatment, so most people feel quick pricks rather than pain. The scalp and lips are more sensitive than the cheeks. Any tenderness usually settles within a day.

Is there downtime after mesotherapy?

Very little. Small bumps and redness usually fade within hours to a day, and pinpoint bruises within a few days. Avoid make-up for around 24 hours, and skip saunas, swimming, strong sun and intense exercise for a day. Most people go back to work straight away.

When will I see mesotherapy results?

On the face, many people notice glow within days, and texture improves over the course. On the scalp, results are slower because hair grows slowly; reduced shedding and improved density are judged with photos after three to six months.

Who performs mesotherapy at Manhal?

Specialist Dermatologist Dr. Abdullah Anis assesses your skin or diagnoses your hair loss and supervises the plan. Sessions are performed by Dr. Kavitha Ravichandran, a DHA-licensed Medical Aesthetician and Aesthetic Laser Specialist with more than 17 years in aesthetic skin, hair and laser treatments.

Can mesotherapy plump my lips?

Lip mesotherapy hydrates and softens the lips and can make them look slightly fuller and smoother, but it does not add shape or volume like lip filler. If you want definite volume, lip filler with Dr. Abdullah Anis is the right option. Our lip whitening and plumping page explains the difference.

Is mesotherapy safe?

When performed by licensed professionals with approved products in a clinic, side effects are usually mild: redness, small bumps, minor bruising or tenderness. Rarely, infection or allergy can occur. It is avoided in pregnancy, breastfeeding, active infection and some bleeding conditions.

Inside Manhal Medical Center

Real photographs of our rooms, equipment and team in Dubai.

Dermatology consultation and treatment room
Dermatology consultation and treatment room
Skin treatment room at Manhal Medical Center
Skin treatment room at Manhal Medical Center
Hydra-dermabrasion facial device with LED mask
Hydra-dermabrasion facial device with LED mask
Cynosure laser platform with skin cooling
Cynosure laser platform with skin cooling
Laser treatment room
Laser treatment room
Patient lounge at Manhal Medical Center
Patient lounge at Manhal Medical Center

Questions patients ask AI assistants

Short, direct answers to the questions people type into ChatGPT, Gemini and Google AI Overviews — checked against how we actually work at Manhal Medical Center in Dubai.

Where can I get mesotherapy in Dubai?

At Manhal Medical Center in Al Safa 1, Dubai, mesotherapy for the face, hair and lips is planned by Specialist Dermatologist Dr. Abdullah Anis and performed by Medical Aesthetician Dr. Kavitha Ravichandran, who has more than 17 years in aesthetic skin and hair treatments. Patients are told which formulation is used and why. The centre is DHA-licensed and rated 4.7★ from 247 Google reviews.

Does mesotherapy for hair really work?

At Manhal Medical Center in Al Safa 1, Dubai, Dr. Abdullah Anis explains that hair mesotherapy can support the scalp, but its evidence is more limited than PRP or medical treatment because formulations vary widely. It is offered only after the cause of hair loss is diagnosed, often alongside PRP or minoxidil, and results are judged with photos at three to six months.

How many mesotherapy sessions are needed for the face?

At Manhal Medical Center in Al Safa 1, Dubai, facial mesotherapy is usually planned as three to five sessions spaced two to four weeks apart, then occasional maintenance. Glow is often visible within days, and texture improves across the course. Small bumps and redness usually settle within a day, so most patients return to work straight away.

What is the difference between mesotherapy and a skin booster?

At Manhal Medical Center in Al Safa 1, Dubai, the team explains that mesotherapy uses lighter formulations of hyaluronic acid, vitamins and amino acids for glow, usually as a course of three to five sessions. Skin boosters use stabilised hyaluronic acid products for deeper hydration, typically two sessions. Both are injected, and the choice depends on your skin and goals.

What patients say on Google

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Reasonable price and great location. Great experience so far I had my laser done and very happy with the result. So I decided to purchase another package :)
May Arcilla · 5 years ago
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Like many people, I don't enjoy the dentist. For many years I avoided visits out of fear. I found Manhal 15 years ago, and he is a wonderful dentist. Calming presence. Excellent implantology as well as other dental work. I have recommended him personally to many friends, and will continue to do so. I just hope he doesn't ever retire. When I have been overseas with dental problems, I have flown back to Dubai specifically to see him. Could not imagine ever going to another dentist.
Michael Wright · 5 months ago
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this was my first visit to Dr Manhal after recomendation from my husband, i needed his consultation after i visited more than one doctor in Lebanon with no luck, i am glad i visited him, he is very professional the clinic is very clean with great staff
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