PRP is a treatment that involves the use of your own blood. First, this is drawn using a butterfly needle - similar to the type used in IV therapy. This blood is then processed in a centrifuge machine in order to produce plasma, a clear yellow substance of which a portion is rich in platelets. The final element of PRP treatment preparation involves drawing the platelet-rich portion of this plasma into a syringe for injection. It is then injected into the tissues of the scalp, in order to support hair regrowth.

The reason why we use platelets is because they play a key in the body’s healing processes. They are major components of our blood, along with red and white blood cells. All of these cells perform unique functions and in the body, platelet function is primarily associated with the prevention of blood loss. Whenever a wound or cut is sustained, platelets are the body’s “initial responders”; they arrive at the site of injury to stop the bleeding and support healing.

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is extracted from the patient’s blood and spun in a centrifugation machine, which separates the blood from plasma and simultaneously increases the concentration of platelets that promote tissue repair and healing. Typically, PRP tubes contain anti-coagulants and separator gel although we sometimes add active ingredients after centrifugation to enhance hair growth, such as Biotin.

Platelets, when injected back into the skin or scalp, accelerate healing. This mechanism of action of platelet-rich plasma helps men and women beat hair loss.

PRP heals the delicate tissues of the scalp as well as hair follicles and even hair shafts damaged by extrinsic factors such as over-bleaching, exposure to the sun, use of chemical shampoos, injury and so on. Once these damaged tissues heal, they’re able to start producing new hair again with improved efficiency. Treatments ultimately increase hair growth and volume.

PRP contains natural proteins and growth factors that speed up tissue repair. As most forms of hair loss occur due to damaged hair shafts and follicles, PRP can effectively help to regrow hair. It is specifically suitable for reversing processes that are responsible for male pattern baldness.

Hair restoration treatments can be taken in isolation or in combination. To help you derive a visible change in your hairline within a shorter period of time, we recommend combining this treatment with red and near infrared Light Therapy sessions, mechanical Microneedling with our No-Tear Dermapen and Mesotherapy injections.

Common indications for this treatment include: