What is Platelet-Rich Plasma?
A dynamic duo for skin renewal. Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) harnesses your body’s healing power, while microneedling creates micro-injuries for enhance absorption. Together, they promote collagen, improve texture, and rejuvenate your skin naturally.
How does Platelet-Rich Plasma work?
PRP involves drawing a small amount of your own blood, processing it to concentrate platelets and growth factors, and then applying this PRP solution to your skin. Microneedling is performe using fine needles to create controlled micro-injuries in the skin.
When these two treatments are combine, the microneedling process allows the PRP to penetrate deeper into the skin, enhancing its effectiveness. The growth factors in PRP promote collagen production, skin renewal, and a more youthful appearance. This combination can address various skin concerns, including wrinkles, scars, and texture irregularities, for a comprehensive and natural approach to skin revitalization.
How long do results last?
The duration of microneedling results can vary from person to person and depends on factors such as the individual’s age, skin condition, lifestyle, and the quality of the post-treatment skincare regimen.
Avoid sun exposure for at least a week prior to the treatment. Sunburne or tan skin can increase the risk of complications and discomfort during and after microneedling.
Discontinue treatments such as retinoids, alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs), beta hydroxy acids (BHAs), and other exfoliating or irritating skincare products for several days to a week before the procedure.
Avoid Blood-Thinning Medications such as aspirin or certain supplements, consult your healthcare provider about whether you should temporarily discontinue them before the treatment.
Notify of Skin Conditions: Inform your skincare professional if you have active cold sores, open wounds, or any other skin infections in the treatment area. Microneedling may to be postpone until these conditions have resolve.
Avoid Waxing or Laser Treatments and other invasive procedures in the treatment area for a few weeks before microneedling.
Arrive with clean skin and makeup-free skin to ensure a clean treatment area.
A numbing cream will be applie before the procedure.
Your skincare professional will start by cleansing your skin to remove any makeup, dirt, or oils.
A numbing cream is use, it will be applie and left on for a short period to minimize discomfort.
The microneedling device, a motorize pen-like tool, will be gently applied to your skin. The device's fine needles will create controlle micro-injuries on the skin's surface. You may feel a sensation during the procedure, which can range from mild discomfort to a sensation similar to light scratching.
The skincare professional will systematically move the microneedling device across the treatment area, adjusting the depth of the needles based on your skin's needs and the specific concerns being address.
Depending on the treatment plan, multiple passes over the same area might be performe to ensure thorough coverage and optimal results.
After the microneedling is complete, a soothing serum or treatment solution may be applied to your skin to help calm any redness or irritation.
After a microneedling treatment, follow these steps:
Keep the area clean and gently cleanse with a mild cleanser.
Apply soothing products like serums or moisturizers recommended by your professional.
Protect your skin from sunlight and avoid makeup for at least a day.
Hydrate, avoid harsh skincare products, and be gentle with your skin.
Skip intense exercise and activities that may cause sweating.
Moisturize regularly and follow any specific instructions given by your skincare professional.
Remember that results develop gradually over time, so be patient and let your skin heal and rejuvenate.
