PRP on Harley Street, London

What is PRP?

PRP stands for platelet-rich plasma. It's made from a small sample of your own blood, which is spun in a machine called a centrifuge to separate out the platelets. Platelets contain growth factors, natural proteins your body uses to repair and renew tissue.

The concentrated plasma is then injected into the skin, or applied during micro-needling, to encourage collagen production and improve skin quality. Because it's made from your own blood, the risk of an allergic reaction is very low. Libbie uses the WorldPRP system, a medical-grade kit designed specifically for preparing PRP.

How it works

PRP can gradually improve skin texture, tone and fine lines on the face and neck, and is often used for the delicate under-eye area.

A course of 3 treatments, 4 to 6 weeks apart, is usually recommended, followed by maintenance treatments every 6 to 12 months.

What happens at your consultation

1. 1

   Your medical history

   Libbie goes through your health, medications and any previous treatments, to make sure any option you consider is safe for you.

2. 2

   Your goals

   You talk through what you'd like to change and how you want to look and feel.

3. 3

   Your options

   Libbie explains what's suitable for you, including expected results, risks, side effects and costs, and agrees a plan with you. Where treatment isn't the right choice, she'll tell you honestly, and suggest alternatives or refer you on where appropriate.

4. 4

   Time to decide

   A cooling-off period before any treatment gives you time to think, with no pressure to go ahead.

If you do go ahead, Libbie will give you written information about preparing for your appointment and caring for your skin afterwards, and you'll have a follow-up appointment to review your results.

Before your treatment

• Drink plenty of water the day before and on the day, and eat a normal meal beforehand. This makes the blood sample easier to take.
• Avoid anti-inflammatory painkillers, such as ibuprofen, aspirin and naproxen, for 7 days before treatment, unless a doctor has prescribed them, as they can affect how your platelets work.
• Avoid alcohol for 24 hours.
• Arrive without makeup.

Treatment

On the day of treatment:

1. 1Review medical history and goals
2. 2Answer any further questions
3. 3Obtain written consent for the treatment
4. 4Take a small blood sample from your arm
5. 5Prepare the PRP in the centrifuge
6. 6Cleanse the skin and apply numbing cream if needed
7. 7PRP injections, or micro-needling with PRP

Aftercare

• Your skin may look red or slightly swollen for 24 to 48 hours, with small bumps at the injection points.
• Avoid washing the treated area for 6 hours, and makeup for 12 hours.
• Avoid anti-inflammatory painkillers for 7 days, as they can reduce the effect of treatment. Paracetamol is usually fine, unless you've been told not to take it.
• Avoid alcohol, vigorous exercise, saunas and steam rooms for 24 to 48 hours.
• Apply a broad-spectrum SPF every day.

What can PRP help with?

Recommended with

Frequently asked questions

Good to know

Consultation

£100

Review appointment

Included if you go ahead with treatment

Payment

Cash and cards accepted

Age

Treatments are only for clients aged 18 and over

Men welcome

Treatments are suitable for men as well as women

Cancellations

Please give 48 hours' notice

Questions after treatment

Message Libbie on WhatsApp 07974 345 457

Concerns or complaints

If you have any concerns, please contact Libbie directly on WhatsApp 07974 345 457 or info@libbiewallace.co.uk

Getting here

10 Harley Street, W1G 9PF. Nearest Tube: Oxford Circus, Bond Street and Regent's Park. Lift access.