Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) is a cosmetic procedure that uses components derived from your own blood and may be considered for a range of skin concerns.
At Specialist Skin & Laser Clinics, we offer personalised PRP consultations for clients concerned about skin texture, tone and other visible changes in their skin.
During your consultation, our experienced medical team will discuss your concerns and aesthetic goals, review your relevant medical history and previous skin or cosmetic procedures, and complete an individual skin assessment.
Your consultation is an opportunity to ask questions and receive clear information about PRP and other options that may be appropriate for you, including their potential benefits, limitations, risks, recovery considerations and expected outcomes. Any recommendation will be based on your individual circumstances and clinical suitability, with no obligation to proceed with treatment.
How it Works
Understanding Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)
Platelet Rich Plasma is prepared using a sample of your own blood.
A blood sample is collected and processed using a centrifuge to separate components of the blood. The platelet-rich component is then prepared for use as part of the procedure.
Platelets are naturally present in blood and play a role in the body's normal healing processes. PRP also contains naturally occurring growth factors and other proteins.
PRP may be considered as part of an individual treatment plan for certain skin concerns. It may also be used alongside other procedures in appropriate circumstances.
Your Consultation
Your PRP journey begins with a personalised consultation with a member of our medical team.
Your practitioner will discuss your skin concerns and aesthetic goals, review your relevant medical history, medications and previous skin or cosmetic procedures, and complete an individual assessment.
Discussing Your Options
Following your assessment, your practitioner will discuss whether PRP or other options may be appropriate for your individual concerns.
Potential benefits, limitations, risks, expected outcomes, recovery considerations and relevant alternatives will be explained so you can make an informed decision about your care.
Not every procedure is appropriate for every person, and attending a consultation does not mean you are required to proceed with treatment.
Your Treatment Plan
If PRP is considered clinically appropriate and you choose to proceed, an individual treatment plan will be developed based on your assessment and aesthetic goals.
Your practitioner will explain how the proposed procedure will be performed, what you may experience and the potential risks and recovery considerations.
You will have an opportunity to ask questions before providing informed consent.
Aftercare & Follow-Up
Following treatment, your medical team will provide individual aftercare instructions and explain what you may experience during recovery.
Follow-up care will be recommended or arranged where clinically appropriate.
| Benefits |
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| ✔ Personalised Skin Assessment Your consultation includes an individual assessment of your skin, areas of concern and aesthetic goals to help determine whether PRP or another option may be appropriate for you. |
| ✔ Tailored Recommendations Recommendations are based on your individual skin characteristics, medical history, previous procedures, concerns and desired outcome. |
| ✔ Your Skin Considered as a Whole Your practitioner can consider factors such as texture, tone and other visible skin changes when assessing your concerns and discussing options that may be appropriate. |
| ✔ Uses Components From Your Own Blood PRP is prepared from a sample of your own blood. Your practitioner can explain how PRP is prepared and used, together with its potential benefits, limitations and risks. |
| ✔ Informed Decision-Making Receive clear information about potential benefits, limitations, risks, expected outcomes and recovery considerations before deciding whether you would like to proceed. |
| ✔ Ongoing Clinical Care Where treatment is considered appropriate, your medical team will provide individual preparation and aftercare information, together with follow-up care where clinically required. |
Preparation requirements depend on your individual circumstances and treatment plan.
During your consultation, please tell your practitioner about:
- medications and supplements you are taking
- allergies and relevant medical conditions
- pregnancy, planned pregnancy or breastfeeding
- previous cosmetic or skin procedures
- active skincare products you are using
- any previous reactions or complications following cosmetic procedures
- any other information that may be relevant to your care
If PRP is considered appropriate, your medical team will provide specific preparation instructions relevant to your circumstances.
Do not stop taking prescribed medication unless advised to do so by the healthcare professional responsible for your care.
Aftercare and recovery vary between individuals and according to how PRP has been used.
Your medical team will provide personalised aftercare instructions. Depending on the procedure, you may be advised to temporarily avoid strenuous exercise, excessive heat, certain skincare products, makeup, rubbing or applying pressure to the treated area, or other skin procedures.
Appropriate sun protection may also form part of your individual aftercare recommendations.
Your practitioner will explain potential side effects, expected recovery and any symptoms that should prompt you to contact the clinic or seek medical attention.
Follow-up care will be recommended or arranged where clinically appropriate.
All cosmetic procedures carry potential risks and side effects, and outcomes can vary between individuals.
PRP involves collection of blood and the subsequent use of the prepared platelet-rich component as part of the procedure.
Depending on how PRP is administered, temporary effects may include redness, swelling, tenderness, bruising or discomfort. Other complications can occur.
Individual suitability may be affected by your medical history, medications, blood-related conditions, previous procedures and other individual factors.
During your consultation, your practitioner will discuss the risks and potential complications relevant to the proposed procedure, together with expected recovery, alternatives and circumstances in which you should seek medical attention.
Not every procedure is appropriate for every person, and suitability can only be determined following an individual assessment.
No particular outcome can be guaranteed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Your practitioner will discuss your skin concerns and aesthetic goals, review your relevant medical history, medications and previous skin or cosmetic procedures, and complete an individual assessment.
Where appropriate, PRP and other options that may be suitable for you will then be discussed, together with their potential benefits, limitations, risks, recovery considerations and expected outcomes.
PRP is prepared from a sample of your own blood.
The blood is processed using a centrifuge to separate its components and prepare the platelet-rich component for use as part of the procedure.
Your practitioner will explain the process in more detail before you decide whether to proceed.
You can discuss concerns affecting areas such as the face, around the eyes, neck, décolletage and hands.
Whether PRP is appropriate for a particular area will depend on your individual assessment and clinical suitability.
No.
Suitability depends on your individual circumstances, medical history, medications and the procedure being considered. Your practitioner will assess these factors before recommending PRP.
Please tell your practitioner if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, are planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding.
Your practitioner will consider your circumstances and advise you about the suitability of the procedure.
Whether PRP can appropriately be combined or scheduled with another procedure depends on the treatments involved and your individual circumstances.
Tell your practitioner about recent or planned skin or cosmetic procedures so they can advise you appropriately.
Recovery varies according to the procedure and the individual.
Temporary redness, swelling, tenderness, bruising or discomfort may occur.
Your practitioner will explain what you may reasonably expect, provide individual aftercare instructions and advise you about symptoms requiring further assessment.
The number and timing of appointments depend on your individual concerns, clinical assessment and treatment plan.
If PRP is appropriate for you, your practitioner will discuss the proposed treatment schedule and any follow-up care that may be recommended.
Outcomes and their duration vary between individuals.
Where PRP is appropriate, your practitioner will discuss what you may reasonably expect, including factors that can influence the outcome and its duration.
Recovery varies according to how PRP is performed and individual factors.
Before proceeding, your practitioner will explain expected recovery, potential side effects, aftercare requirements and any activities that may need to be temporarily avoided.
Costs vary depending on your individual treatment plan and can be discussed following an appropriate consultation and assessment.
A $50 deposit is required when booking your consultation online. If you are assessed as unsuitable for treatment, the deposit is fully refundable.
Any applicable costs will be explained before you decide whether to proceed.