Platelet Rich Plasma

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy

Dr Martyn King | Cosmedic Skin Clinic | Staffordshire

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy is an advanced regenerative treatment that uses the body's own natural growth factors to stimulate tissue repair, collagen production, and cellular regeneration. Often referred to as the "vampire facial" when used for skin rejuvenation, PRP is widely used in aesthetic medicine to improve skin quality, support hair restoration, and enhance healing.

By concentrating platelets from a small sample of your own blood, PRP delivers a high concentration of growth factors directly to the treatment area, helping to rejuvenate the skin and stimulate natural repair processes.

Summary

• Procedure time: 45-60 minutes
• Downtime: Minimal (mild redness and swelling for 24–72 hours) 
• Discomfort: Mild to moderate
• Anaesthetic: Topical anaesthetic may be used for skin treatments 
• Onset of results: 2–6 weeks
• Peak/final results: 8–12 weeks following treatment course 
• Duration: Approximately 6–12 months 
• Maintenance: Usually a course of 3 treatments spaced 4–6 weeks apart, followed by maintenance every 6–12 months

Pricing

Prices vary depending on the treatment area and whether PRP is combined with other regenerative procedures.

Typical Treatment Prices

• Single PRP treatment: £300
• Course of 3 treatments: £750

💡 Final pricing is confirmed following consultation and assessment of your treatment goals.

How it works

PRP therapy begins with a small blood sample being taken from your arm, similar to a routine blood test.

The blood is then placed into a specialised centrifuge, which separates and concentrates the platelets from the other blood components. These platelets contain powerful growth factors that play a key role in tissue repair and regeneration.

The concentrated platelet-rich plasma is then carefully introduced into the treatment area through injection and/or combined with microneedling depending on the treatment plan.

PRP works by:

• Stimulating collagen and elastin production
• Supporting tissue repair and regeneration
• Improving blood supply to treated tissues
• Encouraging healthy cellular activity
• Promoting natural healing responses

Because the treatment uses your own blood products, there is minimal risk of allergy or rejection.

What areas can be treated

Facial Rejuvenation

• Full face
• Periorbital area (around the eyes)
• Forehead
• Cheeks
• Lower face
• Neck
• Décolletage

Hair Restoration

• Male pattern hair loss
• Female pattern hair thinning
• General hair density improvement
• Early-stage hair loss

Skin Rejuvenation Concerns

• Fine lines and wrinkles
• Dull skin
• Loss of skin elasticity
• Acne scarring
• Sun-damaged skin
• Uneven skin texture

Am I suitable?

You may be suitable if you:

• Want a natural regenerative treatment
• Have early signs of ageing
• Wish to improve skin quality and texture
• Are experiencing hair thinning or early hair loss
• Prefer treatments using your body's own biological materials
• Are in good general health

You may not be suitable if you:

• Have certain blood disorders
• Take specific anticoagulant medications
• Have active infection or inflammation in the treatment area
• Are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Have certain autoimmune conditions

A full medical consultation is required before treatment.

Pre-treatment advice

• Stay well hydrated for 24–48 hours beforehand
• Avoid alcohol for 24 hours
• Inform your practitioner of any medications or medical conditions
• Avoid anti-inflammatory medications where appropriate and medically safe to do so
• Attend with clean skin if facial treatment is planned
• Good hydration can help improve blood collection and PRP preparation.

Post-treatment advice

After treatment:

• Avoid touching the treated area unnecessarily for 24 hours
• Avoid strenuous exercise for 24–48 hours
• Avoid excessive heat exposure, saunas, and steam rooms for 48 hours
• Continue daily SPF protection
• Avoid harsh skincare products for several days if facial treatment has been performed
• Follow any personalised aftercare instructions provided
• Mild redness, swelling, or bruising may occur and usually settles within a few days.

Side-effects & complications

Because PRP uses your own blood products, serious complications are uncommon.

Common (temporary):

• Redness
• Swelling
• Tenderness
• Bruising
• Temporary skin sensitivity

Less common:

• Prolonged swelling
• Temporary lumpiness
• Mild discomfort at injection sites

Rare:

• Infection
• Nerve irritation
• Delayed inflammatory reaction
• Unsatisfactory response to treatment

Individual results can vary depending on age, lifestyle factors, and the body's regenerative capacity.

Benefits

• Uses your own natural growth factors
• Stimulates collagen and elastin production
• Improves skin texture and quality
• Supports tissue regeneration
• May improve hair density and hair quality
• Minimal risk of allergy or rejection
• Natural-looking results
• Can be combined with other regenerative treatments
• Suitable for both facial rejuvenation and hair restoration

Advice from Dr Martyn King

Dr Martyn King, Cosmedic Skin Clinic, Staffordshire

"PRP is one of the most natural regenerative treatments available because it harnesses your body's own healing mechanisms. Rather than introducing synthetic products, we use concentrated growth factors derived from your own blood to stimulate repair and rejuvenation. It is particularly effective for patients seeking gradual, natural-looking improvements in skin quality or hair density."