PRP in Hair Restoration/Hair PRP

PRP results in significant improvement in hair growth when treating Andro Genetic Alopecia (AGA).Both male and female pattern hair loss as well as Alopecia Areata can be improved with PRP.

PRP growth factors promote hair regrowth by stimulating stem cell differentiation of hair follicles, inducing and prolonging the proliferative anagen phase of hair follicles, as well as activating anti-apoptic pathways and promoting angio-genesis ie growth of new blood vessels to increase perifollicular vascularization and survival of dermal papilla fibroblast.

Face PRP

Face PRP is an aesthetic medical procedure that involves injection of Platlet Rich Plasma into the skin of the face. PRP acts in the following way:

• Drive production of new skin cells
• Encourage the production of collagen
• Increase elastin

There are two different ways in which face PRP is done :

• The first option, plasma rich in platelets and growth factors is spread on your face, after which microneedling process either through a Dermapen or a Dermaroller across the forehead and cheeks helps the facial skin to absorb the protein.
• Microneedling is the procedure that makes a series of superficial, tiny holes in the skin using sterile needles who's depth of penetration can be adjusted.
• Both microneedling and PRP stimulate collagen growth and thus have a synergistic effect.
• The second option is called Vampire Facial, which involves injection of plasma rich in platelets and growth factors into the facial skin like a filler.
• This leads to increase in elastin and collagen production resulting in a more tighter, fuller and smoother skin.

Benefits of Face PRP

• Reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
• Plump up sagging skin with a more tighter, fuller and smoother look.
• Brighten and rejuvenate the skin.
• Improve texture of the facial skin.
• Diminishes acne scars.

Is Face PRP/Vampire Facial Painful?

The procedure is not painful as a numbing cream is applied before the procedure. You may feel light to mild pain once action of numbing cream weans off. You can apply ice packs wrapped in towel to your face as needed to reduce swelling. For pain you may have otc painkillers like paracetamol.

Side Effects of Face PRP

Side effects are temporary and can be there for a couple of days up to a week. Side effects include :

• Swelling
• Mild Pain and Tenderness
• Tingling
• Erythema/redness
• Bruising
• Itching

Who can have PRP Treatment?

PRP is considered safe for most people but not recommended for anyone having :

• Hepatitis C
• HIV/AIDS
• Any blood disorder e.g. thrombocytopenia, blood cancer, platelet dysfunction
• Cardiovascular disease requiring blood thinners like aspirin
• These conditions affect the platelets; thus expected results are not obtained

Steps of PRP

Blood Drawn:

Blood is drawn in specialised vials and the amount of blood drawn depends on the kit used. At Zoe Aesthetic we use specialised GFC kits only for which 16ml of blood is required per session.

Blood Centrifuged and Processed:

Blood is centrifuged and processed and divided into three layers based on specific gravity: the bottom layer contains RBCs and Leukocytes, the middle layer is Platelet Rich Plasma layer and the top layer is platelet poor plasma.

Blood Injected:

Dermatologist or plastic surgeon injects the blood plasma component that contains high concentration of platelets or high concentration of GFC into the face or scalp using a syringe or microneedling device like Dermapen or Dermaroller.