What is PRP?

PRP, which stands for “Platelet-rich plasma,” is a technique that utilizes the patient’s blood components, specifically platelets, to accelerate healing, tissue regeneration, and stimulate repair in damaged tissues. In this article from Dr. Vojodi’s website, we aim to comprehensively examine the application of PRP injections in the realms of skincare, hair, and beauty. Research indicates that platelet-rich plasma plays a crucial role in tissue repair and regeneration, which has led researchers in the field of dermatology and hair care to discover its potential benefits over the past four decades. Not only does PRP facilitate the repair and stimulation of damaged tissues, but it has also shown significant success in promoting hair growth, increasing hair thickness, and rejuvenating facial, hand, and neck skin.

This efficacy can be attributed to the presence of stem cells within the plasma, which can transform into target tissues. When injected into damaged tissues, PRP triggers an accelerated recovery process. Injected into the scalp, it enhances blood supply to hair follicles, promotes hair growth, prevents hair loss, and treats thinning hair. Facial injections stimulate collagen production, thereby initiating the rejuvenation process, reducing wrinkles, and effectively treating pigmentation issues. PRP is also a valuable tool for rejuvenating hands, neck, décolletage, and addressing concerns like dark circles, puffiness, and under-eye hollows.

The use of PRP in the field of skin, hair, and beauty:

Dermatologists and hair specialists utilize PRP injections in the scalp, face, eyebrows, around the eyes, neck, décolletage, and hands for rejuvenation and treatment purposes.

Injection of PRP in the Face:

Injecting PRP in the face will yield remarkable results, which we outline below.

1. Diminishing skin wrinkles and creases.
2. Reducing skin blemishes and achieving a brighter complexion.
3. Treating acne scars, blemishes, and breakouts.
4. Smoothing crow’s feet lines.
5. Fading dark circles around the eyes.
6. Minimizing puffiness and wrinkles around the eyes.
7. Easing deep frown and laugh lines.
8. Deeply moisturizing the skin.
9. Reducing and closing open pores.
10. Stimulating collagen production and enhancing skin elasticity, resulting in rejuvenation and radiance.

All of these processes will become evident approximately four weeks after the first injection, and the treatment frequency, ranging from one to three sessions every one to three months, will vary based on the physician’s diagnosis.

PRP works wonders in addressing under-eye darkness, puffiness, and crow’s feet lines.

It’s essential to reiterate this miraculous outcome to underscore the role of PRP in addressing under-eye darkness, puffiness, and crow’s feet lines.

PRP initiates the rejuvenation and collagen synthesis process, leading to the restoration and improvement of under-eye darkness, puffiness, and crow’s feet lines. In cases where the severity of crow’s feet and wrinkles around the eyes, or the extent of puffiness and under-eye darkness is more pronounced, the treatment sessions will be repeated at intervals of 1 to 3 months according to the physician’s recommendation.

PRP Injection in the Scalp:

Injecting PRP into the scalp will yield significant outcomes, which we will elaborate on below.

1. Treating hair loss.
2. Promoting hair regrowth.
3. Addressing thinning hair.
4. Thickening hair.
5. Strengthening hair follicles.
6. Aiding in preventing hair loss.
7. Enhancing post-hair transplant recovery by accelerating hair growth, transforming fine hairs into thicker ones, preventing hair loss, and promoting hair growth (eliminating the resting phase).

The above results will become apparent around four weeks after the initial injection, and the treatment period will be determined through medical examination and assessment.

PRP Injection in Eyebrows:

PRP injections in the eyebrows lead to their strengthening and growth. They also prevent eyebrow thinning, thicken eyebrow hairs, and grant us fuller brows. Furthermore, post-eyebrow transplant PRP injections fortify follicles and hinder eyebrow loss, contributing to the elimination of the resting phase.

PRP Injection in Neck and Décolletage Area:

PRP injections in the neck and décolletage region stimulate collagen production and elasticity within the skin, inducing rejuvenation in these areas. In addition to firming the skin, it imparts radiance, clarity, and brightness to the targeted areas. For cases involving blemishes, scars, burns, or scarring on the skin, PRP injections represent one of the best therapeutic options. The treatment duration and intervals will be determined based on the severity and the physician’s diagnosis after examination.

PRP Injection in Hands:

As age advances, the aging process and wrinkling of hands become evident, particularly in the upper layer with the appearance of creases, wrinkles, and skin blemishes. PRP injections are among the most effective and innovative methods for rejuvenating hands. By activating the collagen synthesis process and elasticity, it eradicates wrinkles and creases while restoring and regenerating the skin cells, bestowing youthful hands. Additionally, heightened radiance and brightness of the hand skin will be observed. If scars and scarring are present, the regeneration and restoration of the targeted area leads to their resolution.

Stages of Preparing PRP for Injection:

1. Extracting a small quantity of blood from the patient (between 10 to 20 cc, depending on the PRP kit type).
2. Placing the blood in a dedicated PRP kit.
3. Inserting the kit into a centrifuge device (centrifuge time and speed vary based on the kit type).
4. Separating the platelet-rich plasma.
5. Mixing the platelet-rich plasma with DNA Activator.
6. Injecting it into the target tissue (using specialized fine PRP needles).

The Process of Effectiveness and Treatment Stages of PRP:

Around 4 weeks after the first injection in the targeted area, its effects will become noticeable. If the targeted area is damaged tissue, we’ll observe its regeneration and recovery. In the case of hair-targeted areas, we’ll witness hair growth, thickening, strengthening, and the prevention of hair loss. For facial treatments, collagen synthesis, skin firming, and rejuvenation will occur. The treatment period varies from person to person based on the physician’s diagnosis and reason for seeking treatment and can involve 1 to 3 cycles spaced 1 to 3 months apart.

Post-PRP Injection Recommendations:

Below are some guidelines to adhere to, which will greatly assist in achieving better results and accelerate the treatment process.

1. Refrain from washing, touching, applying pressure, or manipulating the injected area for at least 6 hours after the treatment. After this period, gently cleanse the area with lukewarm to slightly cold water using baby shampoo.
2. Avoid taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen, aspirin, naproxen, celecoxib, diclofenac, indomethacin, ketoprofen, ketorolac, mefenamic acid, meloxicam, piroxicam, and salicylates for at least 1 day.
3. Avoid consuming vitamin A, vitamin E, and fish liver oil for at least 1 day.
4. Avoid steam baths, dry saunas, and blow-drying for at least 1 day.
5. Refrain from intense exercise, sun exposure, for at least 1 day.
6. Avoid alcohol, smoking, and caffeine consumption for at least 2 days.

Conditions that Prohibit PRP Injections:

1. Keloid-prone skin.
2. Platelet count less than 50,000 in blood tests.
3. Various types of cancers and metastases, especially blood cancer.
4. Pregnancy and breastfeeding.
5. Presence of general or localized infections in the body, such as cold, fever, influenza.
6. Platelet dysfunction syndrome.
7. Use of anticoagulant medications.