Vampire Facial: Transform your skin with PRP technology

We all may have heard about a very popular skin treatment made famous by the celebrities called vampire facial.

Let’s explore what a vampire facial is and is it worth the hype?

What is a vampire facial? 

It’s a combination of PRP (Platelet rich plasma) and micro needling. 

In micro needling, fine and short needles are used to puncture the skin.

These tiny needles ranging from 0.5 to 2.5 millimeters feel like tiny pinpricks on the skin. These needle pricks injure the skin which promotes healing by production of collagen, elastin and also allowing the PRP to penetrate deep into the skin.

After micro needling, PRP is topically applied to your skin. 

PRP is a concentrate of platelet rich plasma protein derived from blood. It also has a good concentrated amount of growth factors, which helps tissue to heal and repair, treating a lot of skin issues. 

Process of vampire facial:

Micro needling with PRP is an in-office procedure. First, a simple blood draw is done. Then, your blood is spun in a special machine to separate out the healing parts. To minimize discomfort during micro needling, a numbing cream is applied to your face. After the micro needling, a concentrated platelet solution is rubbed onto your skin and kept for a day for optimal results. Your skin might feel dry, red, and sensitive for a few days following the treatment, similar to a mild sunburn.

Benefits of vampire facial:

The vampire facial offers several advantages for your skin. It can accelerate skin cell renewal, leading to improved tone and texture. Micro needling with PRP also helps diminish fine lines and wrinkles, making you look younger. This treatment is particularly beneficial for those with acne scars or sun damage.

Can I opt for it? 

Micro needling with PRP offers a youthful boost for many! It tackles wrinkles, acne scars, sun damage, and uneven skin tone. However, if you have a history of blood-related issues like clotting disorders, this procedure might not be suitable for you.

Side effects:

• Swelling, mild pain, tenderness, and tingling
• Skin tone changes (redness or darkening)
• Bruising and itching
• Rare allergic reaction to the filler (bumps, pain, persistent swelling)
• Serious but uncommon risk: filler injection into a blood vessel, which can cause tissue death.

Aftercare:

While a vampire facelift boasts a quick recovery, there are some things you’ll need to avoid to optimize healing:

• Sun exposure: Give your skin a break from the sun’s rays.
• Strenuous activity: Take it easy and avoid heavy lifting or intense exercise.
• Harsh products: Skip thick creams and harsh cleansers for a while.
• Makeup: Let your skin breathe by avoiding makeup for at least a day.
• Washing: Hold off on washing your face for the first 24 hours.

Your doctor will provide specific aftercare instructions to ensure a smooth recovery.

How long does a vampire facial lasts?

Vampire facial results can last from about 12 to 18 months.

Bottomline:

Want younger, brighter skin without surgery? A vampire facial might be for you!

It’s recommended to get it done by a highly professional certified dermatologist only.