What Is a PRP Facial?
A PRP facial uses platelet-rich plasma prepared from a small sample of your own blood. A technician draws the blood, then separates the plasma and platelets from the red blood cells using a centrifuge. The resulting plasma is applied to the face, typically alongside microneedling, so it can reach the skin’s surface layers.
What a PRP Facial Appointment Looks Like
Before your appointment begins, a topical numbing cream is applied to the treatment area. Your physician or technician will then cleanse the skin and apply the plasma prepared from your blood sample. A micro-needling device is used across the treatment area, such as the forehead and cheeks, to help the plasma reach the skin’s surface layers.
Some mild, temporary redness, sensitivity, or light bleeding at the treatment site is common right after micro-needling. Most patients are able to return to their normal routine the same day.
What Patients Often Ask
- The plasma used in a PRP facial comes from your own blood rather than a synthetic source, which your physician can discuss with you during a consultation.
- Most patients describe some mild discomfort during the micro-needling portion of the treatment. Appointments are typically completed in under an hour.
- A physician can incorporate PRP alongside other treatments, such as fillers or BOTOX® Cosmetic, within the same personalized treatment plan when appropriate.
What to Expect Afterward
Changes to the skin’s appearance after a PRP facial tend to develop gradually over the following days and weeks rather than all at once. Some patients choose a single session, while others discuss a series of sessions with their physician as part of a personalized treatment plan. Individual results vary, and your physician can walk you through a realistic timeline for your specific goals during a consultation.
Is a PRP Facial Right for You?
A PRP facial is one of several minimally invasive options CARE Esthetics physicians may discuss for patients interested in a refreshed, natural-looking appearance. It can be considered on its own or alongside other treatments, such as dermal fillers or BOTOX® Cosmetic, depending on your goals. Schedule a consultation with CARE Esthetics near you to talk through whether a PRP facial fits your personalized treatment plan.
