Aesthetic Medicine · since 1998 · Zagreb & Daruvar
Sunekos in Croatia
Sunekos is an injectable treatment intended to improve the quality of thin, dry, or dehydrated skin, without adding volume or deliberately changing the contours of the face. At the exam we assess whether it matches the condition of your skin and the change you expect.
Sunekos protocols differ according to the preparation, the treated area, and the condition of your skin. They most often include three to four treatments at intervals of seven to fourteen days, but the final plan is determined after an exam. That is when the indication, the appropriate preparation, and the realistic reach of the treatment are assessed.
Is this for me?
What Sunekos is, and who it is intended for
Sunekos is an injectable preparation that contains non-cross-linked hyaluronic acid and six amino acids. Unlike a filler, it is not intended to fill in volume or deliberately change contours, but to support the renewal of the structural components of the skin. In aesthetic medicine, preparations of this kind are called biostimulators and are applied to improve skin quality.
Sunekos is applied for thin, dry, or dehydrated skin, fine lines, uneven texture, and other changes in skin quality. It can be applied to the face, the area around the eyes, the forehead, the neck, the décolletage, and the backs of the hands. There is no age limit, so with younger skin it is used for maintenance, and with more mature skin for renewal.
What is the difference between Sunekos 1200 and Sunekos performa
These are two preparations from the same family that differ in the molecular weight of the hyaluronic acid. Sunekos 1200 carries high-molecular-weight hyaluronic acid, and Sunekos performa low. In practice, they are chosen according to the condition of your skin and the area being treated, and they are often combined within the same protocol. Which preparation suits you is something we assess at the exam.
What Sunekos does not do
Sunekos does not replace lost volume, does not lift markedly lax skin along the jawline, and is not a substitute for botulinum toxin for expression lines. It is not intended to deliberately change the contours of the face. If the main problem is loss of volume, pronounced laxity, or expression lines, another procedure may be more appropriate.
Honest about the limits
How we distinguish skin quality, loss of volume, and laxity
At the exam we distinguish between changes in skin quality, loss of volume, and tissue laxity, because these three findings do not call for the same procedures.
Skin quality. Thin and dry skin, reduced hydration, fine lines, uneven texture, and changes in tone can be indications for applying a biostimulator such as Sunekos.
Lost volume. A hollow in the cheek, a shadow below the cheekbone, or an under-eye hollow caused by a lack of volume are not indications Sunekos can correct. In such cases, a procedure intended to replace volume can be considered, along with an assessment of its reach and limitations.
Laxity. When skin descends along the jawline or on the neck, the issue is a loss of support and possible excess skin, not just the surface quality of the skin. Depending on the degree of laxity, other procedures are considered, including laser and surgical methods.
When another procedure is the better choice
Changes in skin quality and laxity can be present at the same time — thin and lax skin, for example. In that case, the plan is determined by the dominant finding and the order of the procedures. Within such a plan, Sunekos can be applied as a complement to a treatment aimed at support or contours.
How it is performed
What a Sunekos treatment with us looks like
The preparation is injected with a mesotherapy technique, through multiple shallow injections distributed across the treated area. The skin is cleansed beforehand, and the layout of the injections is adapted to the area and the indication. The treatment is short and generally requires no special preparation, apart from an agreement about medications that can increase the tendency to bruise.
- Number of treatments
- Most often 3 to 4 treatments, at intervals of 7 to 14 days
- Anesthesia
- Agreed at the exam
- Recovery
- Small papules and possible bruises in the first days; special recovery is generally not needed
- Performed by
- Mario Bartol, MD
How many treatments are needed, and why the protocols differ
Protocols differ according to the type of preparation, the area of application, and the condition of your skin. Published protocols most often include three to four treatments at intervals of seven to fourteen days. The final number of treatments and the intervals are determined after the exam.
What to expect on the same day
Special recovery is generally not needed. Small papules may remain at the injection points and subside within a few hours. Bruises are also possible, especially after the first treatment and on thinner areas such as the area around the eyes, and they can last a few days. The visibility of these reactions should be taken into account when planning commitments after the treatment.
More rarely — as with other procedures involving the injection of hyaluronic acid — more pronounced swelling, hypersensitivity, or an inflammatory reaction is possible.
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Why choose us for Sunekos
Since 1998
The Polyclinic has been operating for more than 27 years, with the continuity of the same family across two generations.
Two generations of the family
The Polyclinic was founded by a surgeon and an anesthesiologist, and today it is led by their daughter.
Assessment before the treatment
At the exam we assess the condition of your skin, the indication, and the change that can be expected.
Three connected fields
The Polyclinic brings together laser medicine, aesthetic surgery, and aesthetic medicine.
Medical premises and operating rooms
More than 1,000 m² in Zagreb and Daruvar, with four operating rooms with air-recuperation systems.
Zagreb and Daruvar
The same team and the same standard at both locations, from the consultation to the follow-up visit.
Published treatment prices
The price list includes the prices for Sunekos 1200, Sunekos performa, and the package of three treatments.
Why trust us
What the evidence says about Sunekos
A systematic review and meta-analysis published in 2026 in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology covered eleven studies on hyaluronic acid enriched with amino acids. Improvement was recorded in the prominence of wrinkles, in dermal thickness, and in overall aesthetic impression. At the same time, the authors rated the quality of that evidence as moderate to very low and explicitly called for larger and better-designed studies.
“The result does not depend on the preparation alone. It is also affected by the condition of your skin, age, lifestyle, and sun protection.”
Sunekos or Profhilo
Sunekos and Profhilo are intended to improve skin quality, and neither is intended to replace volume or correct pronounced laxity. They differ in composition, application technique, and protocol, and the choice is based on the condition of your skin and the expected change.
| Sunekos | Profhilo | |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | An injectable biostimulator based on non-cross-linked hyaluronic acid and amino acids | An injectable preparation of stable hybrid complexes of hyaluronic acid |
| Composition | Sunekos 1200 with high-molecular-weight hyaluronic acid and Sunekos performa with low-molecular-weight hyaluronic acid; both contain six amino acids | 64 mg of hyaluronic acid in 2 ml, of which 32 mg high and 32 mg low molecular weight |
| How it is applied | With a mesotherapy technique, through multiple shallow injections across the treated area | With the BAP technique, at five points on each side of the treated area |
| Where we apply it | Face, the area around the eyes, forehead, neck, décolletage, backs of the hands | Face, neck, décolletage, hands |
| Number of treatments | Most often three to four, at intervals of 7 to 14 days | Two, four weeks apart |
| When the effect shows | Gradually, over the course of the protocol | One to two weeks after the first application, the full effect after the second |
| Repetition | The need for and timing of repetition are assessed individually after the protocol is complete | The need for and timing of repetition are assessed individually after the protocol is complete |
| What the evidence says | A systematic review and meta-analysis from 2026 record improvement in wrinkles and dermal thickness, with the quality of evidence rated as moderate to very low | Multiple studies, mostly open-label and on small samples, with published safety data from worldwide post-market surveillance |
| What it does not do | Does not replace lost volume and is not intended to correct pronounced laxity | Does not replace lost volume and is not intended to correct pronounced laxity |
| Typical indications | Thin, dry, or dehydrated skin, fine lines, and uneven texture; also applied to younger skin for maintenance | Reduced skin hydration, tone, and elasticity without pronounced laxity |
| Price | Sunekos 1200: €360.00 · Sunekos performa: €290.00 · Sunekos – package of 3 treatments: €990.00 | Profhilo face 2 ml: €400.00 · Profhilo body 2x3 ml: €750.00 |
Sunekos
What it is
An injectable biostimulator based on non-cross-linked hyaluronic acid and amino acids
Composition
Sunekos 1200 with high-molecular-weight hyaluronic acid and Sunekos performa with low-molecular-weight hyaluronic acid; both contain six amino acids
How it is applied
With a mesotherapy technique, through multiple shallow injections across the treated area
Where we apply it
Face, the area around the eyes, forehead, neck, décolletage, backs of the hands
Number of treatments
Most often three to four, at intervals of 7 to 14 days
When the effect shows
Gradually, over the course of the protocol
Repetition
The need for and timing of repetition are assessed individually after the protocol is complete
What the evidence says
A systematic review and meta-analysis from 2026 record improvement in wrinkles and dermal thickness, with the quality of evidence rated as moderate to very low
What it does not do
Does not replace lost volume and is not intended to correct pronounced laxity
Typical indications
Thin, dry, or dehydrated skin, fine lines, and uneven texture; also applied to younger skin for maintenance
Price
Sunekos 1200: €360.00 · Sunekos performa: €290.00 · Sunekos – package of 3 treatments: €990.00
Profhilo
What it is
An injectable preparation of stable hybrid complexes of hyaluronic acid
Composition
64 mg of hyaluronic acid in 2 ml, of which 32 mg high and 32 mg low molecular weight
How it is applied
With the BAP technique, at five points on each side of the treated area
Where we apply it
Face, neck, décolletage, hands
Number of treatments
Two, four weeks apart
When the effect shows
One to two weeks after the first application, the full effect after the second
Repetition
The need for and timing of repetition are assessed individually after the protocol is complete
What the evidence says
Multiple studies, mostly open-label and on small samples, with published safety data from worldwide post-market surveillance
What it does not do
Does not replace lost volume and is not intended to correct pronounced laxity
Typical indications
Reduced skin hydration, tone, and elasticity without pronounced laxity
Price
Profhilo face 2 ml: €400.00 · Profhilo body 2x3 ml: €750.00
The table compares composition, method of application, protocol, and price. The choice of preparation still depends on the condition of your skin, the indication, and the expected change, which are assessed at the exam.
Neither of these two preparations is a substitute for botulinum toxin for expression lines, nor for a filler when volume needs to be replaced. Both are primarily intended to improve skin quality, not to deliberately change the contours of the face.
Who we are
Who performs the Sunekos treatment, and where
The treatment is performed by Mario Bartol, MD, specialist in surgery and a member of the Polyclinic's professional team since 2008. His work focuses on injectable and laser procedures.
Alongside the physician, the same team of nurses accompanies you throughout the protocol, at both locations. Continuity of the team makes it possible to monitor reactions and assess the result once the protocol is complete.
Meet the whole team
After the protocol
How the result develops, and how long it lasts
The effect develops over several weeks and is not assessed right after the first treatment. Published studies most often assess the result about three months after the protocol is complete, and later measurements show that the achieved effect diminishes over time, which is why the protocol can be repeated.
Sunekos does not stop the natural aging of the skin, so the achieved effect diminishes over time.
Price
The price of a Sunekos treatment in Zagreb and Daruvar
Prices are the same in Zagreb and Daruvar. Sunekos 1200 costs €360.00, Sunekos performa €290.00, and the package of three treatments €990.00.
The total cost of the protocol depends on the chosen preparation and the number of treatments needed, which are determined after the exam. You can see the full price list on the Price list page, and arrange an appointment through the Contact page. Other procedures in this field can be found under Face & Neck Treatments.
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Sunekos 1200
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Sunekos performa
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Sunekos – package of 3 treatments
Patient reviews
What our patients say
Reviews taken from our Google Business profiles, Zagreb and Daruvar, translated from Croatian.
★★★★★
“All praise for Polyclinic Maletić in Daruvar! I had lip augmentation with fillers and I am very satisfied with the result. I would especially like to praise Dr. Mario Bartol, who is extremely kind and professional and has a wonderful approach to patients, which made me feel comfortable and safe throughout the treatment. All the nurses are also very kind, helpful, and professional. I warmly recommend them to anyone considering aesthetic treatments!”
★★★★★
“Since high school I watched the double chin I inherited from my father become more and more pronounced — and 15 years later, the double chin is gone. A big thank you to Dr. Maletić and the whole team for making my wish come true. The procedure was painless, as was the recovery, and the results were visible after just a few days. The whole team was extremely kind and cheerful, and the atmosphere very pleasant. I left the polyclinic satisfied, and when I saw, two days after the swelling went down, that the double chin was gone, my satisfaction knew no bounds. I warmly recommend Polyclinic Maletić.”
★★★★★
“My experience with breast augmentation with Dr. Maletić in Daruvar was excellent. I am extremely satisfied with the result. All the nurses are very kind and professional. I absolutely recommend them.”
★★★★★
“Laser acne treatment is the only treatment that helped me, and I would not choose any other facial treatment over it. Dr. Ines is one of the kindest people I have ever met and always has useful advice. Kind staff and top-level service — I warmly recommend her to everyone!”
★★★★★
“I had a wart on my face removed by laser. A very professional service with excellent results. The wart was quite large, but after just one treatment it was gone. All recommendations!”
★★★★★
“I recently had a varicose vein procedure. All praise to the whole team.”
★★★★★
“Blepharoplasty, 4D laser, and double chin. Perfect. All recommendations!”
★★★★★
“The best team of physicians, extremely professional and kind. I have been loyal to Polyclinic Maletić for more than 10 years and I am always satisfied with the results. Thank you.”
★★★★★
“I came to Dr. Maletić with a big problem and a lot of stress. I was met with such warm empathy and kindness, and patience in answering all my questions. Thank you, Dr. Maletić, for the advice and sincere support. I know I can always turn to her for advice, and that means a lot to me. The staff of the Zagreb polyclinic are also very helpful and kind. My thanks to them as well.”
★★★★★
“Dr. Maletić’s practice, both in Daruvar and in Zagreb — and I have had several procedures — I can only recommend, because I felt very comfortable and in expert hands there!”
Questions and answers
Frequently asked questions
Is the Sunekos treatment painful?
The treatment involves a series of shallow injections, during which brief discomfort may be felt. Sensitivity varies from person to person and depends on the area — the area around the eyes is more sensitive than the cheeks. The way discomfort will be eased during the treatment is agreed at the exam.
How many Sunekos treatments are needed?
Published protocols most often list three to four treatments at intervals of seven to fourteen days. The exact number depends on the preparation, the area, and the condition of your skin, so we determine it at the exam, not in advance.
How long do the results of Sunekos last?
The effect is not permanent and diminishes over time, so the protocol can be repeated. Data on how long it lasts differ between sources, which is why the need for and timing of repetition are assessed individually at a follow-up visit.
What is the difference between Sunekos and Profhilo?
Both treatments are intended to improve skin quality, and neither is intended to add volume. They differ in composition, application technique, and the number of treatments: Sunekos is applied through multiple injections and visits, while Profhilo uses the BAP technique, at five points on each side and over two treatments. A detailed comparison is in the table on this page.
Can I go straight back to work after the treatment?
Special recovery is generally not needed, but small papules may remain at the injection points for a few hours, and bruises that last longer are also possible. The visibility of these reactions should be taken into account when planning commitments immediately after the treatment.
Can Sunekos be done in summer?
The treatment is not tied to a particular season. After the application it is important to follow the instructions on protecting your skin from the sun, and the appointment can be adjusted to planned sun exposure and other circumstances.
What is the price of a Sunekos treatment?
Sunekos 1200 costs €360.00, Sunekos performa €290.00, and the package of three treatments €990.00. All prices are published in the price list.