What is a Plasma Facial?
Platelet-rich plasma facials, often referred to as PRP, have quickly become one of the most talked-about innovations in regenerative aesthetics. Not only is PRP widely recognized for its role in stimulating hair growth and rejuvenating the skin, but it has also been credited with supporting joint repair. So, what exactly makes PRP so special?
Essentially, PRP consists of two primary components:
- Plasma: the liquid portion of your blood
- Platelets: blood cells that aid in clotting and accelerate healing
Although platelets are commonly associated with stopping bleeding, they also carry potent growth factors. These factors actively trigger cell regeneration, enhance tissue repair, and boost collagen production. In essence, PRP serves as a natural and concentrated form of your body’s own healing ability.
How Is PRP Made?
The process of creating PRP is both simple and minimally invasive. First, we draw a small sample of your blood. Next, we place it in a specialized machine called a centrifuge. This device spins the blood rapidly, separating the platelets from the rest of the blood’s components. As a result, we are left with a plasma concentrate that is packed with powerful healing factors—your personalized PRP.
How Is PRP Used in Aesthetic Medicine?
Today, PRP is used in many ways to enhance facial aesthetics. At Scottsdale Skin & Holistic Health, we incorporate PRP into several innovative treatments designed to restore and rejuvenate the skin. For example:
- We inject PRP directly into the face to encourage collagen production and revitalize the skin.
- We combine it with dermal fillers to restore volume and provide natural-looking anti-aging results.
- We apply it topically after procedures like laser resurfacing or microneedling to accelerate healing and improve outcomes.
Furthermore, one of our newest procedures uses a cannula to gently release adhesions in the skin. These adhesions can form due to aging, sun exposure, repetitive facial movement, or smoking. While traditional filler or laser treatments often struggle to address such texture issues, this advanced technique allows us to separate the skin layers and deposit PRP into the deeper tissue. As a result, clients enjoy a smoother, firmer, and more lifted complexion—powered entirely by their body’s natural healing response.
What Does the Research Say?
For those who appreciate science-backed treatments, there is plenty of research supporting the effectiveness of PRP. Below are a few notable examples:
- Peng GL reports impressive facial rejuvenation outcomes when using PRP alone or in combination with microneedling (Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am, 2019).
- Badran & Nabili emphasize PRP’s synergy with laser treatments and its role in collagen induction (Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am, 2018).
- Alves & Grimalt discuss PRP’s regenerative impact across multiple dermatologic conditions (Skin Appendage Disord, 2018).
- Justicz et al. confirm the benefits of PRP in promoting hair restoration (Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am, 2020).
Clearly, the use of platelet-rich plasma in both skincare and hair restoration is not only effective but also well-documented.
Are Plasma Facials For You?
If you’re looking to rejuvenate your complexion, stimulate hair growth, or recover more quickly after cosmetic treatments, a plasma facial may be the perfect choice. PRP is natural, backed by scientific research, and effective across a wide range of aesthetic and medical applications. More importantly, it allows your body to heal and restore itself—without synthetic substances or extensive downtime.
Contact us today to learn more or to schedule your consultation at Scottsdale Skin & Holistic Health. Let’s bring your skin back to life—naturally.
