PRP is a natural treatment that separates growth factors from your blood, which can be injected into an area of the body that needs collagen or tissue repair. Platelets are cells in the blood that help tissue heal and grow new cells.
PRP is an extraordinary treatment because it uses your body’s own healing power to jump-start tissue healing and transformation, as well as collagen regrowth. The procedure is simple, non-surgical, and completely hypoallergenic.
PRP has been known to be used on the face for facial rejuvenation, on the scalp for hair restoration, and in the vaginal area for woman’s health. Learn more about how PRP can be beneficial.
If you have a history of facial and/or nasal herpes or fever blisters receive advice on antiviral therapy prior to treatment.
If you have a history of any significant allergy or skin sensitivity
If you have any implants that could be metal
If you are taking broad beta-blockers such as Inderal (Propranolol), please inform your provider as this medication may need to be changed to a select beta-blocker in advance of the treatment.
If you have recently had a facial peel or surgery
Recent use of self-tanning lotions, tanning booths, or prolonged sun exposure 24 hours prior to treatment
All current medications and supplements including blood thinning, Accutane, and use of Retin-A products
If you have had Hormone replacement therapy
If you have a history of Keloid scarring
If you are pregnant or lactating
Avoid chemical peels, waxing, electrolysis, Laser treatments, or threading
Discontinue blood thinning agents such as vitamin E, vitamin A, Ginko, Garlic, Flax, Cod Liver Oil, and Essential
Fatty Acids, and multivitamins, a minimum of 7 days (preferably 14 days) prior to treatment. It is fine to continue iron and vitamin D.
If you are taking any blood thinners, please let your provider know immediately, as they may represent a contraindication to this treatment. These medications include Plavix, Coumadin, and Heparin.
Avoid aspirin, Advil, Motrin, Ibuprofen, Naproxen, Voltaren, and other anti-inflammatory medications. We want inflammation to occur – because this is one of the ways that PRP works.
Prescription medications (including heart and blood pressure medication) should be taken as prescribed right up to, and including, the day of and the day after your treatments.
Avoid excessive sun or heat exposure.
Avoid topical products such as Tretinoin (Retin-A), Retinols, Retinoids, Glycolic Acid, Alpha Hydroxy Acid, or Salicylic Acid. Also, avoid waxing, bleaching, tweezing, or the use of hair removal cream on the area to be treated.
Avoid excessive sun exposure and wear a broad-spectrum sunscreen daily of SPF 30 or higher.
Come to your appointment with freshly washed hair (without any hair products).
You may expect a certain degree of discomfort, redness, and/or irritation during and after treatment.
You may have a bruise at the blood draw site.
You will look as though you have a moderate to severe sunburn and your skin may feel warm and tighter than usual. This typically diminishes within the same day or within 24 hours.
If you experience any pain or discomfort you may take Tylenol or other Acetaminophen-containing products as directed. Cold compresses can be applied to reduce swelling if necessary.
Do not take any anti-inflammatory medications such as Ibuprofen, Motrin, or Advil. These agents will interfere with the natural inflammatory process that is critical and responsible for your skin rejuvenation.
Light scabs may form in the treated area and remain for 24 to 48 hours.
Do not pick or scratch treated skin but instead keep it moisturized.
Avoid vigorous exercise and sun and heat exposure for at least 24 hours following your treatment.
Make sure you only use clean linens and towels during the healing process.
Avoid pets and small children having contact with treated skin for the first 12 - 24 hours.
During the healing phase, be sure to disinfect your cell phone with alcohol wipes before using or preferably use the speaker phone feature.
Don't use heat or hair products for 24 hours.
Continue to avoid aspirin, Advil, Motrin, Ibuprofen, Naproxen, Voltaren, and other anti-inflammatory medications for 3 days after your procedure (try for 7 days if possible).
Use a gentle cleanser to cleanse the face for the following 72 hours.
Use a gentle moisturizer as needed.
Avoid excessive sun exposure, including tanning beds, and wear a broad-spectrum sunscreen daily of SPF 30 or higher.
Avoid warm environments (i.e saunas, steam rooms, etc) for 3 days post treatment.
By day two or three, your skin may feel a bit dry. This is normal and will resolve on its own.
You may return to your skin care products and makeup when your skin is not irritated, typically 4 -5 days after treatment.
You will begin to see improvements in the overall texture and tone shortly after your treatment, but the overall effects take up to 3 months, for optimal improvement.
New collagen formation takes 4-6 weeks to develop.
It is recommended to have a minimum of 3 treatments, 4 weeks apart for maximum benefit.
PRP is a natural treatment that separates growth factors from your blood, which can be injected into an area of the body that needs collagen or tissue repair. Platelets are cells in the blood that help tissue heal and grow new cells.
PRP is an extraordinary treatment because it uses your body’s own healing power to jump-start tissue healing and transformation, as well as collagen regrowth. The procedure is simple, non-surgical, and completely hypoallergenic.
PRP has been known to be used on the face for facial rejuvenation, on the scalp for hair restoration, and in the vaginal area for woman's health. Learn more about how PRP can be beneficial.
PRP is one of the most effective and safest ways to restore hair follicles on the scalp and eyebrows as well as prevent further hair loss or thinning. It may take a while for hair follicles to be completely activated. Patients typically see results anywhere from 4-6 months after treatment. PRP can regrow hair on men and women of all ages that suffer from hair loss from a medical condition, stress, or aging.
A treating physician will start the treatment by painlessly drawing a small amount of blood from your arm. The blood is then centrifuged to isolate platelets from the rest of the blood. The concentrations of platelets are then injected into a treated area using a very fine needle to prevent discomfort. The procedure is quick (15 minutes total), relatively painless, and requires no post-procedure care or time off from daily events.
Hair loss from Alopecia, stress, or aging
Thinning hair from medical conditions, stress, or aging
Receding hairline
Using your body's own healing and regenerating powers
Stimulating collagen and elastin growth
Supporting skin health
No surgery or scarring
No medications
No downtime
Anybody that is noticing excessive hair shedding hair thinning or hair loss.
If you have complete hair loss you are not a candidate.
Contraindications: You should not have PRP treatment done if you have any of the following conditions:
An impaired immune system due to immunosuppressive diseases, HIV, HTV, or immunosuppressive medications
Skin conditions and diseases including Facial cancer, existing or uncured. This includes SCC, BCC and melanoma, systemic cancer, and chemotherapy.
Steroid therapy, dermatological diseases affecting the face (i.e. Porphyria), communicable diseases, blood
disorders and platelet abnormalities, anticoagulation therapy (i.e. Warfarin)
A history of medication over the past 2 months that could affect the skin, i.e., Accutane
Pacemakers, a history of a severe heart disorder, arrhythmias
Pregnant or lactating
Blood thinning medications or blood clotting disorders
Any active skin disease or disorder around the treatment site; acne, eczema, psoriasis
History of keloids or abnormal wound healing
Any surgical procedure in the treatment area within 3 months
Yes, PRP is safe for all skin types.
Approximately 30 Minutes-1 hour depending on the treatment area.
After an initial series of treatments, you should get maintenance sessions 2 – 4 times per year. How often you need treatments will be based on the health and age of your skin as well as your goals, so our team will help you decide on your unique PRP facial plan. Your technician will be able to recommend how often you should get PRP facial maintenance treatments to keep your skin fresh.
The results of a PRP facial have been known to last for up to eight weeks. The results will vary in each patient and will depend on the area being treated. The benefit of a PRP facial is that it does not require surgery or lengthy downtime, plus it is less expensive.
No. While some patients may feel some slight discomfort during the injections, most simply feel pressure. Additionally, the procedure usually only takes about 30 minutes to perform, making it incredibly tolerable.
There is very little down time. Some clients may experience some swelling for approximately 1-3 days. Some may experience some bruising, but this is rare.
About 4 – 6 weeks after your procedure, you should begin to notice your hair looking fuller and more healthy. The final results, however, may not be visible for around 3 – 4 months from your last appointment.
Possible risks from a PRP facial when performed on its own are extremely mild and include only temporary bruising and swelling. When micro needling is performed with PRP therapy, potential risks may include skin infection, pigment changes, and delayed healing. This is why it’s important to have cosmetic treatments performed by an experienced practitioners like the ones at Renew Wellness Center who have studied and are skilled in the process.
PRP hair restoration injects growth factors found within your own blood into your scalp to encourage growth from your hair follicles. A hair transplant, on the other hand, removes healthy hair follicles from the back of your head and places them on top of your head in order to replace the old, damaged follicles.
The science of hair restoration is constantly emerging. The newest technology lies in Exosomes. It consists of a serum that includes growth factors, messenger RNA, micro RNA, and cytokines. When injected into the scalp it stimulates the body to grow new hair. Exosomes differ from PRP in that they contain higher concentrations of growth factors in addition to the above, however, they are lab-derived.
