What is Vampire Facial?
What could be mistaken for Halloween makeup is actually a skin-care treatment often referred to as a “vampire facial,” or platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy. Basically, a mask made out of a component of your very own blood — not anyone else’s — is spread all over your face to rejuvenate your complexion. As terrifying as this technique may seem, it actually boasts impressive, virtually painless results that will have your skin glowing
What exactly is PRP?
When blood is placed into a centrifuge, it separates into three distinct layers: plasma on top, platelets and blood cells in the middle, and red blood cells at the bottom. PRP is derived from the center part, also known as the “serum portion”
What is the vampire facial process?
Now, you’re probably wondering how your blood goes from flowing through your veins to spread onto your face. Well, you’ll need to get your blood drawn first. Then, the vials of your blood are placed in a centrifuge to isolate the platelets from your red blood cells.
From there, your dermatologist could go a couple of different routes with PRP. Your platelets can be injected directly into your skin like fillers “to stimulate collagen production and achieve rejuvenation.
Alternately, you can combine your PRP treatment with other ones, like microneedling (occasionally with radiofrequency), microdermabrasion, or a resurfacing laser, like Fraxel, he adds. These procedures prep your skin for your PRP to be spread all over it. These pairings further stimulate collagen production, reduces fine lines, and accelerates wound healing. In Korea, PRP treatments are also often done in conjunction with Skin Botox, which involves shallow injections just below the skin’s surface of a neurotoxic protein, for the ultimate skin elasticity-boosting elixir, Lee says.
Depending on how aggressive the microdermabrasion was, recovery might take a day or two of downtime before you’re ready to hit the streets.
Who benefits most from PRP treatments?
Those with premature wrinkles, high levels of sun damage, or anyone who desires a fresher, more even-toned complexion are ideal candidates for the vampire facial, Shamban says. However, if you have a history of blood diseases, including clotting or bleeding disorders, you should avoid PRP treatments.
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