How PRP is used on the scalp
A small blood sample is taken and spun in a centrifuge to separate the platelet-rich plasma. The plasma is then introduced across the areas of the scalp where hair has thinned, so the platelets can release growth factors involved in the body’s normal repair processes.
The aim is a healthier scalp environment for the hair you still have. It is a supportive treatment, not a cure for hair loss, and it works best where follicles are still active.
What happens in the appointment
- 01
Consultation, medical history and a look at the scalp and hair pattern.
- 02
A small blood sample is taken and spun in the centrifuge.
- 03
The scalp is numbed while the plasma is prepared.
- 04
The plasma is introduced across the thinning areas.
- 05
Aftercare advice, and planning of the rest of the course.
Who it suits
- Gradual thinning where follicles are still active
- Reduced density along the parting or temples
- Post-partum or stress-related shedding, once settled
- Clients who prefer an approach that uses their own blood
When it isn’t suitable
- Advanced hair loss where the follicle is no longer active
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Blood-clotting disorders or certain anticoagulant medication
- Sudden, patchy or unexplained hair loss — please see your GP first
Downtime and aftercare
Redness, mild swelling and scalp tenderness are usual for up to 48 hours. Avoid alcohol, heat and heavy exercise for 24 hours, keep styling products and heat minimal for a couple of days, and wear a hat in strong sun.
What PRP cannot do
PRP is not a hair transplant and not a cure for hair loss. It cannot bring back hair from follicles that are no longer active, results build slowly and vary between individuals, and nothing is guaranteed. Where a medical cause is possible, you will be asked to see your GP before treatment is considered.
PRP for hair: common questions
What is PRP hair treatment?
PRP hair treatment uses platelet-rich plasma prepared from a small sample of your own blood. The sample is spun in a centrifuge to concentrate the platelets, and the plasma is then introduced to the scalp, where the platelets release growth factors involved in the body's normal tissue repair.
How much does PRP for hair cost in Wimbledon?
PRP for skin and hair starts from £375 per treatment at Village Aesthetics & Beauty, 20 Ridgway, Wimbledon Village. A course of three treatments about one month apart is usually recommended, with the full cost confirmed at consultation.
How many PRP hair sessions will I need?
A course of three treatments roughly one month apart is the usual starting point. Maintenance is discussed after the course, based on how your scalp and hair have responded.
Does PRP hair treatment hurt?
The scalp is numbed beforehand and most people describe the treatment as uncomfortable rather than painful. Some tenderness for a day afterwards is normal.
Will PRP regrow my hair?
No treatment can promise regrowth, and we do not make that claim. PRP is used to support the scalp environment and existing hair, and it is not a treatment for advanced hair loss where the follicle is no longer active. If your hair loss is sudden, patchy or has an unclear cause, we will ask you to see your GP first.
What is the downtime after PRP on the scalp?
Redness, mild swelling and tenderness are common for up to 48 hours. Avoid alcohol, heat and heavy exercise for 24 hours, and keep hair products gentle for the first couple of days.
Who carries out PRP in Wimbledon Village
Cheryl and Scarlett run Village Aesthetics & Beauty together and treat personally. Cheryl has completed 26 years in the beauty industry and 16 years in aesthetics at high-end London clinics. Consultation and suitability assessment come before any treatment, sterile single-use equipment is used throughout, and the clinic holds full professional indemnity insurance.
Meet Cheryl & Scarlett