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By Fredrik Filipsson, Co-founder  ·  writes from first-hand patient experience  ·  Independent & not affiliated  ·  Last updated June 2026

Polynucleotides in Paris

Polynucleotides are purified chains of DNA fragments, often derived from salmon or trout, injected into the skin to support repair and hydration. Rather than adding volume the way a filler does, they work quietly over weeks to improve skin quality, texture and a sense of bounce. Paris has a deep bench of aesthetic doctors and dermatologists, and this regenerative approach has become a considered choice here for tired under eyes and thinning, crepey skin. Here is what to expect locally, the honest risks, and indicative Paris prices.

Good to know · Polynucleotides are an injectable medical aesthetic treatment. This page is general information, not medical advice. Results build gradually, vary between individuals and are not guaranteed, and a course of sessions is normally needed. Treatment should be carried out by a qualified doctor or dermatologist after a proper consultation. Prices are indicative ranges only.

What to expect

A regenerative course, not a quick fix

The consultation

A doctor assesses your skin and discusses whether polynucleotides suit your concern, since they improve skin quality rather than restore lost volume. In Paris this is often part of a broader skin plan, so ask how it fits with anything else you are considering.

The course

A typical plan is two to three sessions spaced around three to four weeks apart, with maintenance every six to twelve months. Each session is short, often twenty to thirty minutes, using fine needles or a cannula into the dermis.

The result

Most people notice smoother, more hydrated and better toned skin that builds over the weeks following the course. It is a subtle improvement in quality rather than a dramatic change, and results vary from person to person.

Single session
€250 to €450

Indicative per session in Paris, varying by product and area treated.

Course of three
€700 to €1,200

Many Paris clinics offer the recommended course at a lower per session rate.

Under eye focus
€300 to €500

The delicate under eye area is often priced separately. Confirm exactly what is included.

All figures are indicative ranges for guidance only. They vary by clinic, the product used, the area treated and whether you buy a course. Always confirm the price and what is included with the provider before booking.

Where it is offered

Polynucleotides across Paris

Polynucleotides are offered by aesthetic doctors and dermatologists across Paris. A few names that reference the treatment are below. Verify the practitioner's qualifications, the product used and prices with each clinic before booking.

Renécia Aesthetic Clinic

A Paris aesthetic clinic that offers polynucleotide injections and describes a course of around three sessions spaced four weeks apart followed by maintenance. A reasonable option for someone who wants a clinic that lays out the protocol clearly. Confirm the product and pricing at consultation. Pricing to be confirmed with the clinic.

Dr Christelle Santini

A Paris practice that presents polynucleotides as a gentler, regenerating treatment. A sensible choice for someone who wants a doctor led consultation before committing to a course. Confirm suitability and pricing at consultation. Pricing to be confirmed with the clinic.

Clinica, Paris 16 (Dr Abbou and Dr Pessis)

An aesthetic centre in the sixteenth arrondissement offering a range of injectable and regenerative treatments. A reasonable option for someone who wants an established centre in west Paris. Confirm that polynucleotides are offered, along with the product and pricing, at consultation. Details to be confirmed with the clinic.

Listing reflects publicly available information and is not a ranking or an endorsement. Always confirm current services, qualifications and prices directly with the provider.

Risks and downtime

Honest about what is involved

Downtime is usually short. Expect small injection marks, some redness and the chance of bruising or mild swelling for a few days, which is more noticeable in the thin under eye skin. Possible risks include tenderness, lumpiness that settles, infection, and rarely an allergic reaction, so a careful consultation matters, particularly if you have a fish allergy since many polynucleotides are derived from salmon or trout. Results develop gradually over weeks, are not guaranteed and vary between people. This is a skin quality treatment and will not replace volume where volume has been lost.

Good to know · Ask who performs the injections and their medical qualifications, which product is used and its source, how many sessions are realistic for your concern, and what aftercare to expect. Mention any allergies, especially to fish, before treatment.

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