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Patient having blood drawn for prp injection treatment in a clinic setting

Facial PRP Pre-Treatment Instructions

What to know before your Platelet Rich Plasma appointment

  • Do not consume alcoholic beverages at least 72 hours prior to your Facial PRP treatment as alcohol may thin your blood and increase your risk of bruising.

  • Do not consume alcoholic beverages at least 72 hours prior to your PRP facial treatment as alcohol may thin the blood and increase your risk of bruising.

  • Avoid anti-inflammatory and blood thinning medications & supplements for 2 weeks before your PRP facial treatment. Medications and supplements such as NSAIDs like Ibuprofen (Advil®), Naproxen (Aleve®), (Aspirin®), vitamin E, ginkgo biloba, ginseng, St. John’s Wort, Omega 3/Fish Oil, and Turmeric supplements. These all have a blood thinning effect and can increase your risk of bruising and swelling from your PRP facial treatment.

  • Avoid smoking 3 days prior to your PRP facial treatment.

  • Some patients find Arnica Montana tablets helpful to take for 3-5 days before and after PRP facial treatment to minimize bruising. Food containing bromelain, such as pineapple, may also help minimize bruising & swelling when consumed for 5-7 days before and after treatment. 

  • The day before your treatment, drink extra water.

  • Avoid fatty foods at least 8 hours before your blood is drawn for the best quality of plasma. Fatty foods meaning saturated fats specifically.

  • Discontinue Retinol, topical Vitamin A, and tretinoin at least 3 days before your treatment.

  • The day before your treatment, drink extra water.

  • If applicable shave your facial hair at least 24 hours before your treatment.

  • Avoid fatty foods at least 8 hours before your blood is drawn for the best quality of plasma. Fatty foods meaning saturated fats specifically.

  • The day of your treatment, it is best to eat a healthy meal prior and drink plenty of water.

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