PRP stands for platelet-rich plasma, which is a part of your blood that promotes healing. In PRP facial rejuvenation, the platelet-rich plasma is extracted from your own blood and then used in microneedling injections to trigger collagen and elastin production to improve skin tone and texture.
PRP has a high concentration of platelets, which stimulate the release of growth factors and active proteins that promote healing. The practice of using PRP as a healing tool began with orthopedic surgeons, who used it to treat tendon damage. Now dermatologists and many other medical professionals use PRP for healing.
During a PRP facial, your blood is drawn, processed and injected into specific areas of your face.
1. Your blood is drawn and put into a centrifuge, a machine that spins rapidly to separate fluids of different densities.
2. After about 10 minutes, your blood separates into three layers:
3. The platelet-rich plasma is drawn into a syringe and injected into areas of the face that need rejuvenation.
Most patients require three or more treatments, and the full benefit of treatment will appear in a few weeks to months.
Some patients find that PRP can:
However, the American Academy of Dermatology Association says more studies are needed to back up claims of what it can do.
Yes, the procedure is safe for most adults. The most important aspects of the process are keeping the blood sterile and making sure that each patient's blood is correctly labeled and only injected into that patient.
PRP is not recommended for anyone who has:
No. A PRP facial is considered a cosmetic procedure, not a medical procedure.
