How it works
Platelet-rich plasma is a treatment that utilises the plasma in your blood to stimulate your skin and address the texture and the health of your collagen tissue. A small amount of your blood is extracted and through the process of centrifugation, a process where the blood is spun around to separate its elements, the plasma is separated from the blood itself.
To regenerate new tissue, the plasma is then injected into areas of skin that are known to prematurely age. The platelet-rich plasma activates the muscles, nerves, and elasticity of the skin and stimulates collagen growth. Platelet-rich plasmas contain high levels of platelets (9 billion platelets per treatment) and mononuclear cells so when injected into tissue, growth factors are released. This procedure can be used to stimulate hair growth and tighten the skin on the face, hand and neck, among the multitude of uses this treatment has in the cosmetic industry.
This is a great treatment for clients wanting a natural appearance as Platelet-rich plasma aids tissue growth and collagen stimulation. Platelet-rich plasma is a treatment that focuses on forming new tissue to keep you looking young and fresh. When used with microneedling, the skin is known to tighten, smoothing out wrinkles.
The benefits
Platelet-rich plasma is a therapy used to treat and stimulate different dermatological imperfections. This is a natural procedure as it uses the individual’s blood to treat these areas and therefore it won’t cause damage to the skin. The benefits of platelet-rich plasma are known to be long-lasting. This therapy can improve a variety of areas, including:
Reduce Fine Lines and Wrinkles
Other benefits include:
- Facial Rejuvenation
- Treat delicate areas
- Speed up the healing process
- Decrease injury and postoperative pain
- Encourage hair growth
- Improve the laxity of visible ageing areas such as neck, hands and decollete
- Stimulate the production of collagen and elastin
- Improve skin tone and texture
- Improve dark bags under eyes
- Increase cell function
- Add volume to sagging skin
- Minimise scarring and inflammation
- Rejuvenate wrinkled and ageing skin
- Treat redness, dryness, and inflammation
Ideal candidates for Platelet-Rich Plasma
Platelet-rich plasma treatment is suitable for those looking to improve the texture, look, and structure of their skin in a natural, long-lasting way. This therapy rejuvenates areas such as the face, mouth, neck and under the eyes. This procedure takes approximately 1 hour to complete. The only downtime is swelling, redness and bruising which can last for between 24-48 hours. Treatments can occur every 4-6 weeks leaving you looking fresh.
Those considering platelet-rich plasma should be in relatively good health and could have a variety of skin problems including, but not limited to:
- Scars caused by acne, injuries, and surgery
- Ageing-related skin concerns such as wrinkles and fine lines
- Hyper-Pigmented Skin
What to expect
Before the procedure, your doctor will apply an anaesthetic cream to the area that is being treated. The Doctor will draw a syringe of blood, most likely from the arm, and will then put it into a centrifuge. This machine is designed to extract the Plasma in a safe, clinical manner: it will separate the red blood cells and the plasma so it can be of use. The Plasma Hair Restoration solution will then be injected into the skin in the area of treatment that requires tissue remodelling and rejuvenation. Once this procedure is done your doctor may provide balm to the area if needed and you will receive information on aftercare.
Things to consider
Something to take into consideration is that the platelet-rich plasma treatment can involve bruising and swelling for up to a few days after the procedure. It is recommended that the timing of the procedure should be considered so that you can adequately heal and avoid places you wouldn’t feel comfortable attending in case of bruising and swelling.
It is possible for makeup to be worn over the treatment area straight after the therapy. UV protection is also an essential part of aftercare to avoid unwanted pigmentation of the skin. To help protect the barrier of the skin after the treatment, adequate hydration is recommended. It should be noted that whilst each person reacts differently to platelet-rich plasma, skin can appear red and tender after the procedure and remain hot and tender for 24-48 hours after the procedure.
Prior to Plasma Hair Restoration Treatment
Prior to Plasma Hair Restoration treatments it recommended that you look after your body and allow space between other procedures. Before your Plasma Hair Restoration treatment, drink a minimum of one litre of water the evening before and morning of the procedure (this does not include tea, coffee and soft drinks).
Make sure you allow one week after a long flight so you’re not jet-lagged and dehydrated prior to your treatment. If you have difficult veins please inform your physician as you may not be a candidate for treatment. It is recommended that you have no dermal fillers or botox for 2 weeks either side of the procedure as this would interfere with the results of either procedure.
It is recommended to explain to your physician about what medications you take as some nutritional products and blood thinners will cause bruising if Plasma Hair Restoration treatments are completed whilst taking them.
