Understanding the treatment
PRP is a platelet concentrate prepared from a sample of your own blood. Before considering an aesthetic use, it is important to understand the proposed method and the evidence behind it. Evidence for some cosmetic uses remains limited, and results are unpredictable.
At your consultation
- Ask about the intended goal and how the PRP will be used.
- Discuss medical conditions, blood health and medicines, including blood thinners.
- Consultation includes evidence, alternatives, treatment limitations and follow-up.
Risks & limitations
Pain, swelling and bruising may occur. Incorrect handling of blood can lead to infection, so preparation and sample handling matter. Medical assessment is still necessary when a treatment uses your own blood.
Does using my own blood mean the treatment is right for me?
No. Your health and the proposed treatment need medical assessment. The source of the material does not remove risks or the need to assess suitability.
Can an improvement in skin appearance be guaranteed?
No. Evidence for certain cosmetic uses is limited, and individual responses vary. Ask what is known about your specific goal and what remains uncertain.
This website provides general information, not personal medical advice. Treatment suitability and outcomes vary between individuals.