PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma)
PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma), known in the world of Aesthetic Medicine as the "Vampire Facial," is a treatment that uses a special centrifugation technique, which is made from a sample of the person's own blood.
It is a treatment that utilizes growth factors derived from the platelets in our blood to stimulate cellular regeneration and accelerate tissue repair.
How it works
Initially, a small amount of blood is collected, which will then be placed in a properly sterilized tube.
This tube is placed inside a centrifuge, at high speeds, in order to separate the plasma from the different components of the blood.
During this process, the red and white blood cells are separated from the plasma and platelets.
After this process, a golden-yellow liquid, the plasma, is obtained, which contains a higher number of platelets than usual. Platelets are the cells present in our blood that help in tissue healing and promote the production of new cells, including collagen and hyaluronic acid production.
When applied to specific areas of the skin through a local intradermal injection, they act as a matrix that promotes increased collagen production, regenerates tissues, smooths, and firms the skin, contributing to a significant improvement in skin quality.
It is a simple, safe, and quick procedure that uses the growth factors from each individual, without synthetic products or surgery. Your own blood does all the work. As such, it does not present contraindications or serious side effects from its application.
The results begin to appear 3-4 weeks after the treatment and gradually improve over time, with the most significant results being more noticeable after 1 to 2 months. PRP maintenance treatments should be administered over time depending on the needs of each case.
It can be indicated for
Skin rejuvenation
PRP is used in skin rejuvenation treatments, and it can be applied to the face, neck, décolletage, or the back of the hands. It improves the appearance and texture of the skin, providing greater firmness and elasticity while reducing fine lines and the appearance of enlarged pores.
There is also the possibility of combining PRP with treatments like laser, microneedling (Dermapen 4™), chemical peels, and fillers, thereby enhancing its effects.