Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)
Sessions
Downtime
Results
Price
Duration
Practitioner​
3 with 7-9 monthly maintenance
Nil
Full results seen at 6 months
Course of 3 £800
60mins
Joseph
What is PRP?
Hair Restoration & Skin Rejuvenation Therapy
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy is a new and advanced restoration treatment that uses your own blood to stimulate hair regrowth, improve skin texture and appearance.
Based on research and extensive clinical studies, PRP is a safe and minimally invasive solution with proven results and we offer this wonderful treatment in our Ware and Old Harlow clinics.
Benefits
Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy has become increasingly popular over the past few years as a restorative treatment for hair loss and improving the skins texture and appearance. A form of regenerative medicine, the treatment utilises your own blood which is drawn during the appointment, the plasma is then extracted from this sample and then reintroduced back into the skin. ​ The plasma contains platelets, they play a special role in terms of restoration whereby they contain substances like bioactive proteins which include growth factors. Through research and extensive findings, these growth factors have been shown to initiate accelerated tissue repair, hair growth, skin rejuvenation and collagen production. For hair restoration; PRP promotes the growth of hair follicles by stimulating stem cells and other cell structures that lie within the hair follicle, PRP is proven to be effective in the treatment of alopecia in both men and women. Offset effects of ageing and environmental damage to rejuvenate the skin. It thickens the outer layer of the skin minimsing dark lines and fine wrinkles, while promoting a healthy glow. It helps treat; acne / pigmentation / wrinkles / scarring / stretchmarks / and sagging skin​. The PRP Centrifuge we use is a European-designed centrifuge system that has obtained both FDA approval and the prestigious CE mark, ensuring its compliance with the highest quality and safety standards.
Treatment Areas
Pretty much anywhere that needs rejuvenation or restoration!
Treatment Process
For hair - please see the hair restoration journey below. For skin; a similar process is followed, however the plasma is injected to the skin area of concern/rejuvenation. Courses of treatments may differ for skin and you may need more than 3, certain conditions may not be suitable.
The Hair Restoration Journey
Book a 30 minute consultation with Joseph for a hair or skin assessment, determine suitability for treatment, expectations and any questions you may have.
Before care will be discussed which may include suggestions of supplements and what to avoid before your treatment.
Throughout your treatment process, you may be recommended some additional supplements or alternative treatments,
One of these is a product called Viviscal, which has proven effects on stimulating hair growth, therefore providing better outcomes.
Suitability & Downtime
PRP is suitable for any male or female who is beginning to notice signs of hair loss or fragile, thinning hair. For skin rejuvenation, mostly anyone is suitable. It is recommended to have a PRP treatment before a hair transplant procedure in order to provide a good donor site. Following your hair transplant, it is recommended that you have 6-12 month maintenance treatments in order to maintain your results. You may experience, temporary swelling, bruising or itchiness around the site of treatment, usually settles in 1-2 days.
