The Treatment Guide: PRP/ PRF
01 — What It Is
What It Is
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) and Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF) are regenerative treatments derived from your own blood. A small sample is drawn, centrifuged to concentrate growth factors, and reintroduced to the skin — either topically during microneedling or via injection. PRF is a more recent evolution, processed at lower centrifuge speeds to preserve more growth factors and a natural fibrin matrix.
02 — How It Works
How It Works
- Blood is drawn and centrifuged to separate and concentrate platelets and growth factors
- The resulting concentrate is applied topically or injected into target areas
- Growth factors stimulate cell turnover, collagen synthesis, and tissue regeneration
03 — Who It's For
Who It's For
04 — Who Should Be Cautious
Who Should Be Cautious
05 — What to Expect
What to Expect
Before
Hydrate well. Avoid blood thinners and supplements that increase bleeding risk.
During
Blood draw first. Treatment typically 45–75 minutes total.
After
Redness, mild swelling for 1–3 days. Bruising possible at injection sites.
Results
Gradual improvement over 4–8 weeks. Often used in a series of 2–3 treatments.
06 — Skin Tone & Skin Type
Skin Tone & Skin Type Considerations
- PRP and PRF are considered safe across all Fitzpatrick types as they use your own biology
- Particularly beneficial for melanin-rich skin where heat-based treatments carry more risk
- Sun protection after treatment remains essential regardless of skin tone
The Luxe Take
There is something clarifying about a treatment built entirely from your own biology. No foreign substances, no synthetic signals — just your own growth factors, concentrated and redirected. PRP and PRF do not override your skin's processes. They amplify them. That distinction matters, both clinically and philosophically.