Harness Your Body's Natural Healing Power
PRF (Platelet-Rich Fibrin) and PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) are regenerative treatments that use a patient’s own blood to rejuvenate the skin, promote healing, and stimulate collagen production. Both are popular in aesthetic medicine, particularly for reducing wrinkles, improving skin tone, and enhancing hair growth. Here’s a breakdown of how each treatment works and their differences:
PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma)
Procedure: A small amount of the patient’s blood is drawn, which is then spun in a centrifuge to separate plasma and concentrate platelets. This platelet-rich plasma contains growth factors and proteins that stimulate collagen production, reduce inflammation, and encourage cell growth.
Application: PRP can be injected into the skin or applied topically after microneedling (small punctures on the skin) to improve texture, tone, and elasticity. It’s also used in hair restoration by injecting it into the scalp to stimulate hair follicles.
Results: Results can take a few weeks to show as the skin regenerates, and the effects are subtle and natural-looking. Many patients report a glowing, more youthful appearance after a series of treatments.
Procedure: PRF also starts with a blood draw, but the key difference is that PRF is spun at a slower rate in the centrifuge, which preserves more of the white blood cells and stem cells in addition to the platelets. PRF contains a higher concentration of fibrin, a natural scaffold that holds platelets and growth factors in place for a longer time.
Application: PRF can also be injected into the skin or applied after microneedling. Its release of growth factors is slower and more sustained, which may lead to more gradual but longer-lasting results.
Results: PRF is generally considered to be more effective for fine lines, deeper wrinkles, and under-eye rejuvenation, given its gradual release and longer activity.
Preparation Process: PRP is spun at higher speeds, which can separate out certain beneficial cells, while PRF uses lower speeds to retain these cells.
Concentration: PRF has a higher concentration of fibrin, leading to a gel-like consistency and longer-lasting release of growth factors.
Results Duration: PRF often has a longer-lasting effect, while PRP might show quicker results that don’t last as long.
Both PRF and PRP are effective, but PRF is often chosen for areas that need more intensive and sustained rejuvenation, like around the eyes or deeper wrinkles, while PRP may be ideal for overall skin tone, texture, and hair growth. The choice depends on individual skin needs and treatment goals.
Results typically last several months to over a year, depending on individual factors. Collagen production continues after treatment, providing long-lasting benefits.
For best results, a series of 2-4 sessions spaced a few weeks apart is recommended. Your provider will tailor the plan to your specific needs.
Discomfort is minimal. The procedure involves a blood draw and small injections, but numbing agents are often used to reduce any discomfort.
You’ll notice gradual improvements over the weeks following treatment as your body produces new collagen and regenerates tissue.
Yes, PRF is effective for stimulating hair growth in areas of thinning hair by boosting the activity of hair follicles and promoting healthier, thicker hair.
There is minimal downtime. You may experience mild redness or swelling, but most patients resume their normal activities immediately after treatment.
Yes, PRF therapy is safe for all skin types since it uses your own blood, minimizing the risk of allergic reactions or side effects.
PRF contains a higher concentration of platelets and fibrin, making it more effective at stimulating collagen production and tissue regeneration than PRP.
Yes, PRF can be combined with treatments like microneedling or dermal fillers to enhance overall skin rejuvenation results.
Yes, PRF is excellent for reducing the appearance of scars, including acne scars, by promoting the regeneration of healthy tissue in the treated area.
