PRP Skin & Hair Aftercare & Preparation

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PRP Skin & Hair
Preparation & Aftercare

in Putney, Richmond, Wimbledon, Kingston, Wandsworth, & South West London

Clinically guided aftercare to ensure safe healing and optimal results

What to expect after PRP Skin & Hair

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Results develop gradually as collagen stimulation and tissue repair occurs.

  • Mild redness (24–48 hours)
  • Swelling (more common under eyes or scalp)
  • Tenderness or tightness
  • Small injection marks
  • Possible bruising
  • Scalp sensitivity (for hair PRP)
  • Skin may feel warm or slightly inflamed initially

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 week before

  • Avoid anti-inflammatory medication (if medically safe to do so)
  • Avoid alcohol where possible
  • Stay well hydrated
  • Avoid blood-thinning supplements (fish oil, vitamin E)

Before your treatment

24 hours before

  • Avoid alcohol
  • Avoid strenuous exercise
  • Avoid active skincare (retinol, acids, exfoliants)
  • Wash hair thoroughly before hair PRP (no products after washing)
  • Do not attend with active infections, illness, or skin irritation

30 minutes before

  • Optional: apply numbing cream (lidocaine-based)

First 24 hours

  • Do not touch, rub, or massage treated areas
  • Avoid makeup (skin PRP)
  • Do not wash face or hair for at least 12–24 hours
  • Avoid alcohol
  • Avoid exercise
  • Avoid heat (sauna, steam, hot showers)
  • Avoid sun exposure

After your treatment

48 – 72 hours post treatment

  • Redness and swelling should settle
  • You may gently wash face or hair with mild products
  • Avoid active skincare
  • Avoid harsh shampoos or scalp treatments
  • Continue SPF use (for skin PRP)

First 7 days post treatment

  • Avoid retinol, acids, peels
  • Avoid microneedling, laser, or facials
  • Avoid excessive sun exposure
  • Avoid scalp irritation (hair PRP)
  • Avoid tight headwear or friction on scalp

What to avoid

First 24 hours

  • Heat (sauna, steam, hot showers)
  • Exercise
  • Alcohol
  • Makeup (skin PRP)
  • Washing treated area immediately
  • Touching or pressing treated areas
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First 7 days

  • Active skincare (retinol, acids, exfoliants)
  • Sunbeds or prolonged UV exposure
  • Hair dyes or chemical treatments (hair PRP)
  • Facial treatments or scalp treatments
  • Strong pressure or massage

Results timeline

Varies & depends on individuals

Skin PRP

  • Initial glow: 3–7 days
  • Texture improvement: 2–4 weeks
  • Collagen stimulation: 4–8 weeks

Hair PRP

  • Reduced shedding: 4–6 weeks
  • Improved thickness: 8–12 weeks
  • Best results seen with a course of treatments

Ready to improve your skin?

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£50 consultation fee redeemable against treatment (within 2 weeks)

Skin Treatments Across Putney, Richmond & South West London

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We provide advanced skin treatments including microneedling, PRP, skin boosters, Polyneucleotides, exosomes and cryotherapy for clients across Putney, Richmond, Wimbledon, Kingston, Twickenham, Wandsworth and surrounding areas as well as vitamin injections and ear wax removal.