What is PRP?
PRP, platelet-rich plasma, is a substance that is derived from your blood. Plasma is the liquid part of your blood, whereas platelets are blood cells. Your platelets are integral to the various healing responses your body engages in when necessary, such as when you get a scrape or cut. Platelets assist with healing by stimulating collagen production, tissue regeneration, and cell reproduction. In the area of skin rejuvenation, providers use PRP in conjunction with microneedling, a complementary modality that stimulates tissue repair and collagen remodeling via micro-injuries in the skin.
The PRP facial involves topical application of the PRP combined with aeration of the skin with Micro Needling or fractionated laser. The platelet-derived growth factors stimulate a healing response that reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles while improving the skin’s tone and texture.
PRP naturally improves all aspects of skin health:
- Reduces fine lines and wrinkles
- Improves skin’s texture and tone
- Naturally increases collagen production
- Pore refinement
- Creates a natural glow
- Reduces acne scars
How is PRP Administered?
At MD Brothers in Chicago, we administer PRP facials. This treatment combines microneedling or fractional laser energy to rejuvenate your skin. This process begins with a quick blood draw from your arm. While your blood is being processed in a special machine that separates the plasma from red blood cells, your provider may apply a topical numbing cream to the treatment area. The PRP facial begins with microneedling or laser treatment that removes dead and damaged cells while also stimulating a natural wound-healing process. After the skin is treated with laser or microneedling, the provider applies the PRP topically. The laser or microneedling makes the skin more permeable, so the PRP will soak into deeper layers, where it can support a more robust process of tissue regeneration.
How Long Does a PRP Treatment Take?
PRP facials can take from 30 to 60 minutes. This depends on the size of your selected treatment area or the combination of multiple treatment areas in a single visit.
How Long is the Recovery?
Your PRP facial is not a service to schedule when you need to attend work or a special event right away. After your treatment, you may experience minor redness, puffiness, and potentially some bruising. These side effects improve significantly within one to two days. During that time, it is important to be very gentle with the skin. Use a gentle face wash and do not exfoliate or rub the skin. As needed, you may take an over-the-counter pain reliever to alleviate the minor soreness or tenderness that can occur after this treatment. In addition to cleansing and moisturizing your skin as recommended by your provider, you must also take care to avoid excessive sun exposure and apply broad-spectrum sunscreen daily.
As your side effects fade over the first week after treatment, you will begin to see smoother, fresher, firmer skin.
Do PRP Injections Hurt?
PRP treatment in our Chicago medical spa involves microneedling or fractional laser resurfacing before the application of the platelet-rich plasma. These minimally-invasive treatments are performed with the use of a mild anesthetic, applied beforehand. Topical anesthetic does not completely numb the skin but it does achieve substantial desensitization. With that, your PRP facial should be quite comfortable!
What Skin Concerns Can a PRP Facial Improve?
PRP facials are highly versatile and may improve multiple cosmetic skin concerns at the same time. PRP is commonly used to address:
- Dull or tired-looking skin
- Uneven skin texture
- Fine lines around the eyes and mouth
- Mild skin laxity
- Enlarged pores
- Acne scars and post-inflammatory marks
- Rough skin tone
- Early signs of aging
- Sun-related skin damage
Because collagen production naturally slows with age, you may notice your skin gradually becoming thinner, less firm, and less radiant. PRP therapy helps support collagen remodeling, which may naturally improve your skin’s overall appearance and resilience.
When Will PRP Results Become Visible?
Results from a PRP facial do not typically appear overnight. Because this treatment stimulates the body’s natural regenerative processes, improvements develop gradually as collagen production increases and the skin renews itself.
Some patients notice an initial glow and smoother skin texture within the first week after treatment. However, more noticeable improvements in firmness, tone, and texture often become visible over the following several weeks. Skin may continue improving for several months after treatment as collagen remodeling progresses beneath the surface.
The longevity of your results can vary depending on your skin condition, age, lifestyle habits, and skincare maintenance. You may choose to undergo a series of PRP facial treatments to maximize your results and maintain healthier-looking skin long term.
Who is a Good Candidate for a PRP Facial?
PRP facials may be appropriate for adults seeking non-surgical facial rejuvenation with minimal downtime. This treatment is commonly chosen by patients who want to refresh their appearance without injectable fillers or surgery.
Good candidates may include individuals who:
- Want smoother, firmer-looking skin
- Have mild to moderate acne scarring
- Notice uneven skin tone or rough texture
- Are beginning to develop fine lines
- Want a more natural approach to skin rejuvenation
- Desire healthier-looking skin with minimal recovery
During a consultation at MD Brothers, a provider can evaluate your skin concerns and determine whether PRP treatment, microneedling, laser resurfacing, or a combination approach may be appropriate for your goals.
How Many PRP Facial Treatments Will I Need?
The number of PRP facial treatments recommended depends on your skin concerns, overall skin health, and desired results. While some patients notice improvement after a single session, many providers recommend a series of treatments spaced several weeks apart for more comprehensive skin rejuvenation.
Patients seeking improvement in acne scars, uneven texture, or early signs of aging may benefit from multiple sessions to encourage ongoing collagen production and tissue remodeling. Maintenance treatments may also be recommended periodically to help preserve long-term results.
Why Choose MD Brothers for PRP Facials in Chicago?
At MD Brothers, patients receive customized aesthetic care tailored to their individual skin concerns and treatment goals. Every PRP facial is performed using advanced technology and a personalized approach designed to support healthy skin rejuvenation and natural-looking improvements.
By combining platelet-rich plasma with proven skin resurfacing techniques such as microneedling and fractional laser therapy, the team at MD Brothers helps patients achieve smoother, brighter, and more refreshed skin with treatments designed around long-term skin health.
Ready to refresh your skin naturally?
Contact MD Brothers in Chicago, IL at (312) 416-6172 today to learn whether a PRP facial with microneedling or laser resurfacing is right for your skincare goals.
