What PRP is, how it works and what the evidence says
PRP stands for platelet-rich plasma — a treatment prepared from your own blood, in one appointment, by a pharmacist. Here is what actually happens, without the marketing gloss.
The science, explained honestly
What are platelets and why do they matter?
Platelets are the part of your blood involved in repair. Platelet-rich plasma concentrates them well above normal levels, and the prepared plasma is reintroduced where support is wanted — the scalp, under-eye area or beard. Research interest in PRP has grown over the last decade, though study results vary and the evidence is stronger for some uses than others.
Is PRP safe?
Because PRP is prepared from your own blood, there is nothing artificial being introduced and allergic reaction is not a typical concern. As with any procedure there can be temporary redness, tenderness or swelling at the treatment site. Your consultation covers your medical history first — safety is a large part of why suitability is assessed in person.
Does PRP hurt?
Most people describe discomfort rather than pain — the blood sample feels like a routine blood test, and the treatment itself is brief. You can ask Haaris anything about comfort at your consultation, and nothing proceeds until you are happy.
How quickly will I see results?
Honestly: not immediately, and not everyone responds. Where PRP works, change is gradual over weeks to months, usually across a course of sessions. Anyone promising fast or guaranteed results is not being straight with you — which is exactly why we won't.
Does PRP really regrow hair?
This is the question worth answering carefully, because "does PRP work for hair loss" has no single answer. Studies report improvements for some patients with pattern hair loss, particularly at an earlier stage — but results vary between people, the research is mixed, and no clinic can honestly guarantee regrowth. What PRP is generally considered for is supporting the hair you still have, rather than restoring hair that has been gone for years. Whether it is likely to help you is a clinical decision made at your consultation, not a promise made on a website.
What about PRP under the eyes — does the evidence hold up there too?
The honest answer is that the evidence for PRP around the eyes is more limited and more mixed than for hair. Reviews suggest PRP may help some aspects of the under-eye area — particularly skin quality and some pigmentation-related darkness in some studies — but it is not a proven answer for hollowing, eye bags or every kind of dark circle, and many marketing pages imply more than the research shows. That is why the under-eye consultation here starts with the cause of the appearance, and why some people are pointed towards a different option, or none.
How long does PRP hair treatment last?
PRP is not a permanent fix, and it should never be sold as one. Where it helps, the effect is maintained with occasional top-up sessions rather than a single course — the underlying cause of the thinning has not gone away. At your consultation Haaris will set out what maintenance would realistically involve for you, including the ongoing cost, before you commit to anything.
What should I ask before paying for PRP — here or anywhere?
The same questions apply to every clinic, including this one: Who will actually assess me, and who carries out each stage of the procedure? What professional qualification do they hold? How is the PRP prepared? Why this number of sessions? What would make you advise me not to have PRP? How will progress be measured, and what will you never promise? A provider who answers all of those comfortably is a provider taking your decision seriously — our guide to comparing PRP clinics fairly walks through each one.
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