PRP Platelet-Rich Plasma

Autologous platelet-rich plasma derived from the patient's own blood, re-injected into the facial skin to accelerate tissue repair, stimulate collagen synthesis, and improve skin quality using the body's own growth factors.

PRP (platelet-rich plasma) therapy at SCM Estetic harnesses the regenerative potential of the patient's own blood. A small volume of venous blood (typically 15-20ml) is drawn from the arm and placed into a centrifuge that separates the blood components by density. The platelet-rich layer — containing 3-8 times the normal concentration of platelets — is extracted and prepared for re-injection into the facial skin. Platelets are the body's primary wound-healing cells. When activated, they release a concentrated burst of growth factors including PDGF (platelet-derived growth factor), TGF-β (transforming growth factor beta), VEGF (vascular endothelial growth factor), and EGF (epidermal growth factor). These signalling molecules stimulate fibroblast proliferation, collagen and elastin synthesis, angiogenesis (new blood vessel formation), and stem cell recruitment to the treatment site. The result is genuine tissue regeneration rather than a cosmetic overlay. The PRP is injected into the facial skin using a combination of mesotherapy-style micro-injections and deeper bolus placement in areas of volume loss or deep lines. The procedure takes approximately 45 minutes in total: 10 minutes for blood draw and centrifugation, and 30-35 minutes for injection. Topical anaesthesia is applied to maximise comfort. Because the product is derived entirely from the patient's own blood, there is zero risk of allergic reaction or foreign body response. Post-treatment, patients may experience mild redness and pinpoint bruising for 24-48 hours. Skin quality improvements — including increased firmness, improved hydration, more even tone, and a natural radiance — develop gradually over 3-6 weeks as the growth factors complete their regenerative cascade. A course of 3 sessions spaced 4-6 weeks apart is recommended for optimal collagen stimulation, with annual maintenance sessions thereafter.