PRP Facial (Platelet-Rich Plasma)

Platelet-rich plasma uses a small sample of your own blood, spun to concentrate its platelets and growth factors, which is then injected to support skin repair and rejuvenation. Because it is derived entirely from you, it is well tolerated and a natural option for improving skin quality — including the delicate area under the eyes and the backs of the hands. A short course at Medeste Clinic gives the most noticeable improvement.

PRP (platelet-rich plasma) is a regenerative treatment that uses components from your own blood. A small sample is drawn and spun in a centrifuge to separate and concentrate the platelets, which carry growth factors that signal tissue repair and may be associated with collagen production. The concentrated plasma is then injected into the skin to support tone, texture and firmness, and can be combined with microneedling for a stronger effect. At Medeste Clinic the process — blood draw, preparation and treatment — takes around forty-five to sixty minutes, with numbing cream applied for comfort. Because the material is entirely your own, there is no risk of an allergic reaction to a foreign substance, which makes PRP popular with patients who prefer a natural approach. Expect mild redness or small bruises for a day or two. Results build gradually over several weeks as the skin responds, so a course of roughly three sessions spaced four to six weeks apart is recommended, with maintenance once or twice a year. PRP is well suited to dull or tired skin, fine lines and the thin, crêpey skin under the eyes, and is also offered for the hands. Suitability is assessed at consultation; it is not performed during pregnancy or in certain blood or clotting conditions.