Facial PRP (platelet-rich plasma) is a biostimulation technique that uses the growth factors in your own blood to stimulate fibroblasts and activate collagen and elastin production. Because it uses your own plasma, it is an autologous, personalized treatment with no risk of rejection or allergies. The usual protocol is up to 3 sessions one month apart, with results becoming visible at 3 months and more noticeable at 6.
With the passage of time and exposure to external agents, the skin loses luminosity, shine, firmness and tone, which favors wrinkles and sagging tissues. Faced with these signs of facial aging, biostimulation with platelet growth factors is one of the most natural options, and it fits within the Mésoteràpia a Girona treatments of our Facial Aesthetic Medicine Unit.
In this guide we explain what growth factors are, how PRP works step by step, how many sessions are needed, when results are seen, who it is indicated for and which factors influence the price, without invented figures.
What are platelet growth factors?
Growth factors are protein fragments found inside platelets. Their mission is to stimulate fibroblasts, the cells responsible for synthesising collagen and elastin, two proteins essential for the structure and firmness of the face. When they are released into the skin, a natural regeneration process is activated.
How facial PRP works, step by step
The procedure is simple and is performed using your own blood:
| Phase | What does it consist of |
|---|---|
| 1. Extraction | A small blood sample is taken from the patient by venipuncture. |
| 2. Centrifugation | The plasma fraction where platelets and their growth factors are concentrated is separated. |
| 3. Infiltration | The plasma is infiltrated into the skin to stimulate regeneration (facial mesotherapy). Amino acids, coenzymes and vitamins can be added to promote the synthesis of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid. |
| Duration | The whole procedure takes approximately one hour. |
How many sessions do I need and when are the results visible?
To optimise the result, the treatment is repeated up to three times, with an interval of one month between sessions. As for the results:
- The increase in radiance, smoothness and tone becomes evident after about 3 months.
- The improvement becomes more noticeable at 6 months, the time the body needs to synthesise the new regenerative proteins.
It is a progressive and natural process: it is not an immediate change, but a sustained improvement in skin quality.
A natural treatment, without rejection or allergies
Because growth factors are specific to each person's tissues, PRP is a treatment that is completely personalised and free of any risk of rejection or allergy. Being autologous, it can be applied to practically anyone who wants to improve the quality of their skin, always after a medical consultation that confirms it is suitable in your case.
PRP combined with other treatments
Regeneration with platelet-rich plasma and growth factors is an excellent complement to other anti-ageing treatments, such as facial peels. Combining them allows you to work on the surface of the skin and its deep regeneration at the same time.
Am I a good candidate for facial PRP?
Since it is a treatment using your own blood, PRP is one of the most versatile options in facial aesthetic medicine. As a guide, it is usually considered for people who:
- You notice a loss of radiance, firmness or tone in your skin.
- It seeks a natural approach, without external substances.
- Wants to complement other treatments such as peelings or facial hydration.
- You prefer a progressive improvement in skin quality.
Suitability and possible contraindications are always assessed by the medical team at the consultation. See all facial aesthetic medicine →
What influences the price of facial PRP?
The original post does not publish a fixed price. As it is a personalized medical procedure, the figure is confirmed at the consultation according to these factors:
- The number of sessions prescribed (usually up to three).
- Combination with other active ingredients or treatments (vitamins, mesotherapy, peels).
- The prior medical consultation included.
You can check the clinic's funding options or ask us for a personalised quote at the consultation.
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Frequently asked questions
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