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platelet rich plasma
Platelet Rich Plasma
Platelet Rich Plasma, otherwise known as the “vampire facial”, is a treatment that uses the body’s own natural healing properties to improve skin tone, texture, fine lines and scarring. A small amount of blood is taken from you and spun down in a centrifuge to separate the platelets and the plasma. The platelets are then injected back into the skin by a micro-needling technique. Platelets are the cells in the blood that help tissue to heal and grow new cells. When the PRP is injected into the skin it acts as a matrix to stimulate collagen and elastin production which will smooth and tighten the skin.
Areas we can treat with PRP include:
- Face
- Neck
- Décolletage
- Hands
- Hairs
The treatment takes approximately 30-45 minutes and topical numbing cream is applied prior to treatment. Swelling, slight bruising and pain are all normal 2-3 days post procedure. Results can be seen for between 1-2 months and often a second treatment is required at 4-6 weeks.
Is it painful?
The procedure of a PRP Facial may sound a bit scary, but through numbing the area properly, it can be painless and effortless. During the micro-needling, PRP is intermittently applied to the skin. It’s important that the procedure is performed by an experienced professional who specialises in this type of procedure.
The downtime from a PRP facial is minimal. Most patients can go back to their normal routine the following day. Some feel comfortable going back to their routine even on the day of treatment.
This will depend on the micro-needling device that is used in the procedure. A series of four treatments, which can be separated by 4 to 6 weeks, is typically carried out. With each additional treatment, the benefits continue to build.
The results are not seen until after a few treatments. But some patients report noticeable improvements within 2 to 3 treatments.
- Helps rejuvenate facial and neck skin
- Reduces the appearance of fine lines and certain types of scars
- Leads to smoother, softer skin once the collagen production is stimulated
- Addresses under eye bags and sagging skin (when PRP treatment is combined with fillers)
A PRP facial uses the nutrients and growth factors from a blood sample of the patient and combines them with micro-needling. In the case of a PRP facelift, the plasma can be injected into the skin.
PRP facial and PRP facelift can revitalize the skin and leave it refreshed and rejuvenated. The skin is stimulated and produces more collagen, making your skin look younger and more beautiful.
