Microneedling with PRP

Microneedling with PRP

(“vampire facial”)

Microneedling with PRP is a cosmetic treatment that stimulates collagen and elastin production by needles over the skin and applying platelets rich plasma, which are one of the components of blood rich in growth factors.

Microneedling is a noninvasive procedure that uses small needles to create micro-injuries in the skin. The punctures from the needles stimulate our natural wound healing process and encourage collagen and elastin production. Microneedling procedures are enhanced by applying platelet-rich plasma into the treated tissue. To accomplish microneedling with PRP, our professionals take a small sample of your blood and spin it in a centrifuge to separates the plasma from the platelets. PRP contains proteins, including growth factors and cytokines. These proteins help skin tissue repair itself.

In terms of skin rejuvenation and results, you can expect to address:

• Enlarged pores

• Acne scars

• Uneven skin tone

• Fine lines and wrinkles

• Sun spots

The addition of PRP from the blood may make microneedling more effective. The liquid in blood is plasma, while platelets are solid. Platelets help blood clot, so they are vital for healing wounds and injuries. PRP is plasma in which the concentration of platelets is higher than that of other components of the blood.

First, a practitioner will use a microneedling tool to prick the skin, making tiny holes in the skin’s surface. They will then apply PRP to these tiny holes to encourage collagen production and cell reproduction. The procedure has minimal pain and downtime associated with it.