What is a platelet-rich plasma facial?

A platelet-rich plasma facial gets described in a few different ways. This page gives the plain version first, then the questions that shape a price in Rancho Cordova.

What the facial is built on

WebMD says platelet-rich plasma (PRP) facials became popular with plastic surgery because of their role in wound healing. It adds that PRP has a high concentration of platelets, which allows for the formation and release of growth factors and active proteins that promote healing. WebMD also says PRP is widely used in facial skin rejuvenation.

What people use it for

NewBeauty reports that PRP treatments are increasingly used for facial rejuvenation, treating acne scarring, and reversing hair loss. A facial is one of those uses, so say which goal you have in mind when you ask about a price.

From a ballpark to a quote

Before you settle on a figure, ask the provider to state what is included, how many sessions they recommend for your goal, and whether they pair PRP with another step.

The doctor-sourced list of questions to ask before trying PRP helps you prepare. Platelet-rich fibrin comes up in the same conversation, and one article examines microneedling with injectable platelet-rich fibrin for facial rejuvenation. Another asks whether platelet-rich fibrin is better than platelet-rich plasma for skin rejuvenation.

The question to bring with you

Ask what is being injected or applied, and why that choice fits your goal. The answer tells you what you are paying for.