The Science behind the PRP/Vampire Facial

The Vampire Facial  was made famous by Kim Kardashian. It is a very popular treatment for regenerating and rejuvenating the skin.The scientific basis for the Vampire Facial, a non-surgical variation, is PRP, or protein rich plasma, which is rich in many growth factors that stimulate the production of new collagen. This treatment can be a very good option for clients who want to improve texture and tone of the skin, or reduce the appearance of fine lines

What is it used for ?

PRP stands for platelet-rich plasma, and it’s a concentration of wound healing growth factors that are naturally found in the blood. This substance stimulates collagen and blood supply and contains several factors that, in the concentrated form, are shown to have anti-ageing properties. PRP can form part of your treatment plan to help you look your best and treat facial ageing and even discolouration.

It’s a very straightforward procedure. Our Aesthetics Nurse Prescriber will take your blood and centrifuge it for around 10 minutes to separate the red cells, from the plasma and the pro-inflammatory white cells. Following the centrifuge the Platelet Rich Plasma with growth factors is viable at the top of the sample and ready to use. .

The results of this treatment  have been documented and validated in several studies and dermatological literature. It is a form of regenerative medicine, as when we inject it, we stimulate that healing and regenerative mechanism that is entirely natural and effective.

How does it work ?

PRP or vampire facial  works well for the face, decolletage and other areas of the body. It has been used for years in the field of equine and veterinary medicine to help with ligaments, tendon and muscle repair. The treatment has been scientifically proven to refresh, tone and tighten the skin. This is because a PRP procedure makes use of the body’s own rejuvenating properties, creating a local stem cell response which boosts collagen, elastin and blood vessels. This process helps to repair and regenerate damaged or aged skin producing subtle, natural-looking results.

What are the Benefits ?

PRP or Vampire Facials are very popular due to the anti-aging and regenerative benefits. The healing properties of the blood components in PRP can be used to combat the following: 

• Reducing fine lines and wrinkles

• Tightening and toning skin

• Mild collagen and volume loss

• Crow’s feet and dark under eye circles

• Acne scarring

• Rosacea

• Stimulates new cell growth

• Improves skin tone and texture

• Improves skin complexion

• Helps with first signs of ageing

• Improves skin complexion

PRP therapy is used on the face, particularly around the eyes, mouth and nose, it can also be used on the backs of the hands, over the body and the décolletage to give a more youthful and radiant appearance.