PRP – Platelet Rich Plasma
PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) is an advanced treatment technology that utilizes the growth factors present in your own blood in order to regenerate your skin. Platelet Rich Plasma is a natural occurring component of your own blood. PRP encourages skin rejuvenation by stimulating the growth of your own collagen and improving blood supply to the tissue, leading to healthier, younger looking skin. This treatment helps both the tone and texture of skin, while easing the appearance of photo damaged and aging skin.
What Concerns Does It Treat
PRP helps refresh overall skin quality by improving texture and tone and boosting radiance. It can soften fine lines and wrinkles, revive dull or tired-looking skin, and support scar and stretch-mark remodelling. By stimulating collagen and elastin, it improves firmness and helps reduce skin laxity.
What To Expect
- Consultation to discuss your concerns and goals
- A small sample of your own blood is taken (similar to a standard blood test)
- The sample is processed in a specialised centrifuge to extract the platelets from the blood
- The platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is prepared for use
- PRP is injected directly into the treatment area, targeting the dermal layer of your skin
Discomfort Level
A standard blood draw is required. Most clients feel a quick pinch or mild sting, similar to a routine blood test.
Recommended Treatment Plan
This is patient dependant. A typical PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) treatment plan often involves a series of injections, typically 2-4 treatments, spaced several weeks apart, with the exact number depending on the individual’s concern and their response to the treatment.
Contraindications
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Active infection at the treatment site (skin infection, cold sores, etc.)
- Blood disorders (e.g., platelet dysfunction, haemophilia)
- Severe anaemia or low platelet count
- Allergy to anticoagulant used in PRP preparation
Complimentary Treatments
- Micro needling – Stimulates collagen and helps improve overall texture of the skin prior to Profhilo.
- Polynucleotides – These bio stimulators encourage the production of collagen and elastin, which improves skin firmness and elasticity.
- Chemical peels can be incorporated into a comprehensive skincare regimen with PRP to further enhance skin rejuvenation.
- Laser resurfacing or other laser treatments can be combined with PRP to address pigmentation issues, improve skin tone, and improve overall skin health.
