PRP Hair & Skin Clinic

PRP stands for Platelet-Rich-Plasma, and is found naturally in your blood. Blood, in addition to red and white blood cells contains platelets, rich in growth factors and are the most potent healers of the body. Growth factors promote healing by restoring strength of the tissue.

Once blood is collected via a tube, it is processed at high speeds, resulting in a separation of the red blood cells from the plasma. This plasma has higher concentrations of platelets with growth and healing factors, which are then used to promote rejuvenation and increase collagen in skin, and increase local blood flow and stimulate follicles to grow healthier hair.

The PRP is used on your scalp and reinjected using micro needling methods into your affected areas on your scalp. It stimulates the dormant hair follicles, increases local blood flow to that area. Platelets have growth factors, and these growth factors help to stimulate collagen, and generate new collagen to grow. Plasma also has vitamins, nutrients and protein in addition to platelets, which supports the hair follicle and reducing hair fall out.

Before PRP treatment:

• Avoid anti-inflammatory medication for 3-5 days (Ibuprofen medication)
• Avoid blood thinners such as aspirin and fish oil tablets 3-5 days before
• Avoid alcohol and smoking for 24-48 hours
• Drink at least 2L of water prior to the appointment
• Clean hair or skin with no product
• If you require pain relief, use paracetamol

After PRP treatment:

• Avoid washing your hair/skin for 24 hours
• Avoid strenous exercise for 24 hours in order to avoid sweating
• Avoid sauna, steam rooms and hot baths for at least 24 hours
• Avoid anti-inflammatory medication for 3-5 days (Iboprofen medication)
• Avoid blood thinners such as aspirin and fish oil tablets 3-5 days before
• Avoid alcohol and smoking for 24-48 hours
• Drink at least 2L of water after the appointment
• If you require pain relief, use paracetamol
• (Skin Only) Do not wash your face with cleansers or apply liquid make-up for 12 hours post-procedure. If you need to wash your face, please do so only after 4 hours and use warm water without soap’
• (Skin Only) Avoid skin care with active ingredients (such as Retinol) for one week post treatment

There are very few risks with the procedure, and all rarely occur. These can include temporary bruising in the area where the blood was drawn or the PRP was injected, and a temporary worsening of hair loss. After the procedure, any usually mild discomfort or headache can be effectively treated with a simple analgesic like Paracetamol.

For skin, just like any injectable there is a risk of infection. Being extra careful in terms of skin cleansing is advised. Avoid touching your skin and applying anything on your skin post treatment will help to reduce this risk.

PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) therapy for hair loss is considered a safe and potentially effective treatment for many individuals, but results are not guaranteed, and they can vary from person to person. Several factors can influence the outcome of PRP hair therapy:

1. Underlying Cause of Hair Loss: The effectiveness of PRP may depend on the underlying cause of hair loss. It tends to be most effective for individuals with certain types of hair loss, such as androgenetic alopecia (genetic pattern baldness) or alopecia areata.

2. Severity of Hair Loss: PRP may produce more noticeable results in individuals with mild to moderate hair loss compared to those with advanced hair thinning or baldness.

3. Consistency of Treatment: PRP is often administered in a series of sessions spaced several weeks apart. Consistency in attending these sessions can impact the results. Missing sessions or not completing the recommended treatment plan may affect the outcome.

4. Individual Response: Each person’s body responds differently to PRP therapy. Some individuals may experience significant hair regrowth, while others may see more subtle improvements.

With the PRP injections, pain towards the area of the crown is minimal, however, our patients experience slight discomfort when approaching the front of the head towards the forehead. There is no downtime after our PRP scalp treatment.