Aftercare guide
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) aftercare
Worried about anything after your treatment? Call or message the clinic on 07958 129660. If it is urgent and you cannot reach us, call NHS 111, or 999 in an emergency.
What to do
- Avoid touching the treated area for the rest of the day
- No makeup for 12 hours, or 24 hours after SkinPen with PRP
- Avoid alcohol, strenuous exercise, saunas and steam rooms for 24 hours
- Avoid anti-inflammatory painkillers such as ibuprofen for 48 hours unless advised otherwise by your doctor, as they may dampen the healing response
- Avoid washing your hair for the rest of the day after scalp PRP
- Wear a broad-spectrum SPF every day
What is normal
- Redness and swelling for 24 to 48 hours
- Bruising at the injection points or where the blood was taken
- Mild tenderness in the treated area
When to call
Because PRP is made from your own blood, allergic reactions are very unlikely. The main risk is infection, which is reduced by sterile technique and single-use equipment. Some people feel faint when blood is taken, so please tell us if this has happened to you before. If you take blood thinners or have a clotting condition, this is discussed at your consultation rather than on the day.
The clinic number is 07958 129660. If you are worried, call or message rather than wait. If you cannot reach us and it is urgent, call NHS 111, or 999 in an emergency.