Microneedling with PRP

Collagen is essential for maintaining healthy, youthful, and strong skin. As collagen levels decrease with age, microneedling can help stimulate its production. When combined with Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), which is rich in growth factors, the treatment becomes even more powerful, enhancing the results for a rejuvenated appearance.

What is Microneedling with PRP?

Microneedling is a non-invasive treatment that enhances skin texture and appearance by stimulating collagen and elastin production. Using an electric medical-grade pen with 12 fine, sterile needles, this procedure creates microchannels that safely reach the deep dermal layers of the skin.

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy is a natural rejuvenating treatment that promotes tissue healing, collagen production, and reduces inflammation. The process involves drawing blood from the patient, then centrifuging it at high speed to separate the red blood cells, leaving behind concentrated plasma. This plasma, rich in platelets and growth factors, is injected into the skin, where it helps reduce wrinkles and lines, even skin tone, improve scarring, and lighten sun spots.

When combined with microneedling, the PRP is absorbed through the microchannels, allowing it to penetrate deeply into the dermis. This synergy accelerates cell growth and enhances skin renewal, resulting in more effective and faster rejuvenation.

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Benefits of Microneedling with PRP

Reduces the appearance of acne scars
Improves the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines
Minimizes the appearance of large pores
Helps reduce spider veins and broken capillaries
Evens out skin tone
Lightens sun spots
Provides smoother and firmer skin texture
Increases skin radiance and glow
Boosts collagen production

BEFORE TREATMENT

Avoid using Accutane for 6 months prior to treatment.
Discontinue retinoid use for 1 week before treatment.
Avoid laser treatments for 1 week prior.
Refrain from alcohol consumption for 1 week before treatment.

DURING TREATMENT

A small amount of blood is drawn from the client.
The blood is placed in a centrifuge to separate the PRP.
The treatment area is numbed for comfort.
A microneedling device is rolled over the treatment area.
PRP is applied to the skin to enhance results.

AFTER TREATMENT

Skin may feel taut.
Avoid applying products to the face or washing the face for 24 hours.
Refrain from strenuous activity for 24 hours.
Resume regular skincare in 2-3 days.
Avoid sun exposure for 1 week.
Refrain from using alcohol-based toners for 2 weeks.

RESULT NOTES

3 treatments are recommended for optimal results.
Results typically appear after 4-8 weeks, as this is the time required for collagen production.
Maintenance treatments are recommended every 6 months.

What is the advantage of combining Microneedling with PRP?

Microneedling with PRP is the most effective method for administering PRP to the skin. The treatment uses an electric medical-grade pen with 12 fine needles that create microchannels in the skin, reaching the deep dermal layers safely and effectively.

Once microneedling is complete, PRP is applied to the skin. The PRP follows the microchannels, penetrating the deep dermis to promote cell growth and accelerate skin renewal. Adding PRP to microneedling enhances the improvement in skin volume and clarity, delivering more dramatic results.

How does Microneedling with PRP improve my skin?

Microneedling with PRP stimulates the healthy function of your skin by creating microchannels that induce “mini wounds” to promote the renewal of damaged or scarred skin. The growth factors in the PRP engage with the deep dermis on a cellular level, accelerating the renewal process and boosting collagen production more effectively than microneedling alone. Additionally, these growth factors speed up cell turnover, helping to fill in fine lines and wrinkles, and making the skin appear fuller and rejuvenated.

Can Microneedling with PRP treat scarring?

PRP helps stimulate new skin cell production, gradually replacing damaged, scarred tissue with smoother, more even-toned skin. With continued PRP treatments, the appearance of acne scars and discolorations improves over time, leading to clearer and more refined skin. Most clients see the best results after three treatments, spaced four to six weeks apart.

How many sessions are needed?

Clients typically see their best results after three PRP applications, spaced four to six weeks apart. To maintain glowing, healthy skin, we recommend one PRP session every six months.

Who is the ideal candidate for Microneedling with PRP?

Microneedling with PRP is ideal for clients looking to improve the appearance of skin imperfections such as fine lines, wrinkles, skin laxity, scarring, and uneven skin tone and texture.

Who is Microneedling with PRP not recommended for?

Microneedling with PRP is not recommended for clients who have:

Used Accutane within the last six months
Open wounds or a skin infection
Had radiation treatment within the past year
Are pregnant
Have a history of keloid scars

Is there anything important to know during the recovery process?

For at least 3 days post-treatment, avoid using alpha hydroxy acids, beta hydroxy acids, retinol products, or vitamin C-based skincare.
Avoid direct sun exposure for 1 week.
Do not swim or wash your face for 24 hours after the microneedling with PRP procedure.
Avoid exercising and strenuous activity for the first 24 hours following treatment.

Are there any side effects?

Microneedling with PRP is generally well tolerated.
Redness may appear after treatment and last for 2-3 days.
Skin may feel warm, tight, or itchy, which typically resolves within 12-48 hours.
Sun protection is recommended for one week post-treatment.
Local antibiotic creams may be prescribed to help prevent bacterial infections.
PRP has no negative effects, as it is a natural product derived from your own body.