PRP Facial
The PRP Facial does not involve the use of any dermal filler products or injections. Instead it utilizes a micro pen, or a microneedling system, and PRP (platelet rich plasma), which is derived from a sample of your own blood. This natural procedure is ideal for people who want a gradual, but noticeable improvement for fine lines, wrinkles, acne scarring, skin discolorations and luminosity of their skin. Platelets in your blood contain a large amount of growth factors that have the ability to stimulate the production of collagen and elastin. Platelets also have a significant role in blood vessel formation, the cellular division of fibroblasts (the most common cells in connective tissue), and in synthesizing hyaluronic acid (common ingredient found in most dermal filler products).
Natural collagen production helps to improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, acne scarring, even pore size while hyaluronic acid can improve the volume and tone of your skin resulting in a more youthful appearance. The PRP Facial procedure helps restore or enhance areas, which require volume. Improvement of skin texture and tone can be noticeable within 3 weeks and improvement continues for the next 8 months as more collagen and elastin is built under the skin. Areas of treatment include cheeks and mid-face, wrinkling around the eyes, smile lines, nasolabial folds, neck, jowls, chest, acne scarring, hands, and more.
Serving the Ashland KY, Huntington WV and Portsmouth OH Tri-State Area!
Frequently Asked Questions
What Happens During the Procedure?
Our aesthetician will assess the degree of skin aging, perform a simple skin analysis, and recommend a sensible treatment with a reasonable outcome. After your skin is cleansed and prepared, a topical anesthetic cream is applied. A sample of your blood is then taken from your arm and is processed in our laboratory to extract the PRP (platelet rich plasma). For treating the entire face, PRP is applied to the skin after and with a MicroPen.
Is the Procedure Painful?
A topical anesthetic cream is applied to your face before the procedure which makes the entire procedure very comfortable. Most patients do not feel any discomfort.
How Long is the Recovery Time?
There is typically no "downtime". Some redness of the treated area may last a day after treatment with a possibility of mild bruising. These affects resolve themselves usually in anywhere from 1 day to 1 week and can be concealed with cosmetics. You can resume your normal activity immediately. There should be no tanning, in the natural sun or tanning bed for at least 2 weeks.
Is It Safe?
This procedure is extremely safe and there is no risk of an allergic reaction because the product used (PRP) is derived from your own blood. The PRP contains concentrated amounts of white blood cells which are actually your body's natural defenders against infections. As a result, infection is extremely rare with our PRP treatment.
