Who is the ideal candidate for the Vampire Facial?

PRP therapy is autologous, which means it comes from one’s own body. Therefore, in theory, we should all be good candidates for this treatment if we want to improve the quality and appearance of our skin. Specifically, the Vampire Facial can be used to treat:

• Crow’s feet
• Dark circles around the eyes
• Fine lines around the mouth
• Dull, rough, or grey skin tone and texture
• Sun damaged skin
• Acne scarring
• Crepey skin in the eye, neck and décolletage areas

Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy: The Vampire Facial

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy is a popular skin rejuvenating treatment sometimes known as the Vampire Facial. The colloquial name “Vampire Facial” comes from the use of the patient’s own blood in the treatment, and the prevalence of vampires in popular culture. This procedure has garnered a lot of media attention because of its popularity with movie stars and celebrities and its sensational nickname. The terms platelet rich plasma, PRP and the Vampire Facial are used interchangeably:

The patient’s own blood is drawn, treated, and then the platelet-rich plasma (growth factor rich) is micro-needled into the patient’s face/skin. This is meant to encourage skin healing, cell renewal and new collagen production, leading to a more youthful, plumper, and firmer appearing skin

Watch and wait: – Growth factors contained in the plasma stimulate the release of the skin’s stem cells. The skin is being tricked into believing that it has been injured and must heal itself with new, fresh tissue. This somewhat sneaky process allows the skin to create new collagen, new blood vessels, and new cells. The results will not be immediate, so while you patiently wait a few weeks and even a few months, your skin will begin to transform itself

Before any treatment, we suggest booking a consultation with us. This is your opportunity to discuss your goals and expectations for the treatment and we will ask about your medical

Caring for your rejuvenated skin

After your PRP therapy, skin hydration, pigment control and sun protection are paramount. You will need to purchase your “skin care kit” at the first consultation. These products will be used during recovery of each of the 3 suggested treatments

This procedure is not recommended for those with blood-related conditions, anemia, or blood or bone cancers. Patients who take blood thinning medication or non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs) should discontinue their medication for a few weeks prior to their treatment and for a few days afterwards according to physician instructions.

Recovery after PRP therapy

The Vampire Facial requires little recovery time. There may be redness and some tenderness on the first day that appears much like sunburn. Occasionally some bruising may occur. The initial redness will subside on the second day, and some patients then notice some swelling and a sandpaper texture to the skin the day after treatment. By the third day, the swelling should diminish. The sandpaper texture to the skin may persist for up to a week.

Though you may notice these changes, you will not likely have any significant downtime as a result of these symptoms. You can go back to your regular daily activities the day after your appointment and, with a light make-up application, no one will be the wiser about your procedure.

A light Microdermabrasion is recommended after 2 weeks