PRP (Plasma-rich Platelets) treatments are having a moment. This revolutionary procedure uses your own blood to repair tissue, and promises younger-looking, brighter, and more beautiful skin. Learn if it’s right for you and how it works.
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The beauty landscape is in a good place now, as it’s shifting away from adding artificial elements to the skin, to regenerative treatments. Platelet-Rich Plasma therapy, also known as Liquid Gold Rejuvenation is loved for its subtlety, and it works with the body’s own repair systems to refresh the skin from the inside out. It’s minimally invasive – perfect for people who want natural-looking results.
What is Liquid Gold Rejuvenation?
PRP is a treatment that harnesses the abilities of the patient’s own blood. A small amount is extracted, processed to concentrate the platelets, and the golden-hued liquid is injected (or micro-needled) back to promote tissue regeneration. Platelets are rich in growth factors, which helps with tissue repair and collagen production. PRP helps with improving skin texture, tone, and makes the skin look rejuvenated.
What are the benefits?
What makes this treatment favourable is that it focuses on the quality of the skin, instead of drastically altering the face structure like many other treatments. Benefits may include a more even and brighter complexion, a well-rested glow, softening of fine lines and better elasticity. PRP is mostly used on the skin, neck and décolletage, but also the hands and under-eye area.
Who should try it?
If you’re in your late 30s or onwards, and prefer a natural approach to aesthetic treatments, PRP is ideal for you. This is the stage when collagen production is slowing down, but the treatment can benefit anyone who wants to combat early signs of ageing or have experienced sun damage.
It should be noted, though, that PRP is not a replacement for fillers or surgical procedures. It’s more for maintenance and if you want a refresh, providing you have a well-considered skincare routine in place.
What is the treatment like?
Typically, a session takes about 30 to 60 minutes. Since a needle or micro-needle is used, a numbing cream is applied and the downtime is quite minimal. You may experience mild swelling and redness, but you’ll be able to return to normal within a day or two. You’ll notice results gradually over several weeks as collagen production is stimulated.
What are the downsides?
PRP is considered generally safe because it uses your own blood and is done by a qualified practitioner. Results also vary from person to person, so practitioners usually recommend more than one session for optimal results.
The takeaway
Like with any procedure, it’s best to consult first before doing it. So far, PRP looks promising for anyone who wants great-looking skin without going under the knife.
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