How PRP works on the skin
A small blood sample is taken and spun in a centrifuge, which separates the platelet-rich plasma from the rest of the blood. That plasma is then introduced to the treatment area, where the platelets release growth factors involved in the skin’s normal repair and collagen-forming processes.
Because the material comes from your own body, there is no foreign substance and no filler effect. PRP does not add volume or change the shape of the face; it works with the skin you have, gradually, over a course.
What happens in the appointment
- 01
Consultation, medical history and suitability check.
- 02
A small blood sample is taken and spun in the centrifuge.
- 03
Topical numbing while the plasma is prepared.
- 04
The plasma is introduced to the treatment area.
- 05
Aftercare advice, and planning of the rest of the course.
Who it suits
- Texture, tone and early lines
- Fine scarring and skin that looks tired
- Under-eye area where skin looks dull or crepey
- Clients who prefer an approach that uses their own blood
When it isn’t suitable
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Blood-clotting disorders or certain anticoagulant medication
- Active infection or inflammation in the treatment area
- Anyone looking for an immediate or guaranteed result
Downtime and aftercare
Redness and mild swelling are usual for up to 48 hours, and occasionally there are small pinpoint marks. Skip make-up for 24 hours, avoid alcohol, heat and heavy exercise for the same period, keep home care gentle for 48 hours and wear SPF daily.
What PRP cannot do
PRP is not a facelift and not a filler. It will not restore lost volume or lift significant laxity, and it is not a treatment for medical skin conditions. Results build slowly over months and differ between individuals — nothing here is guaranteed. If PRP is not the right choice for your skin, you will be told so and offered the alternative that suits you better.
PRP for skin: common questions
What is a PRP facial?
A PRP facial uses platelet-rich plasma taken 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 skin, where the platelets release growth factors that support the skin's own repair processes.
How much does PRP skin treatment 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, and the full cost is confirmed at consultation before anything is booked.
How long does a PRP skin appointment take?
Allow about one hour and twenty minutes. That covers the consultation and suitability check, the blood draw and centrifuge separation, numbing, the treatment itself and aftercare advice.
What is the downtime after PRP for skin?
Redness and mild swelling are common for up to 48 hours, and occasionally there are small pinpoint marks. Most people are comfortable in normal daily life the next day, though we suggest avoiding make-up for 24 hours and heat, alcohol and heavy exercise for the same period.
When will I see a difference?
Changes build gradually, typically from four to six weeks and continuing across the course, as the skin responds. Results vary from person to person and no outcome can be guaranteed.
Who is PRP skin treatment not suitable for?
PRP is not carried out during pregnancy or breastfeeding, where there is a blood-clotting disorder or certain anticoagulant medication, or where there is active infection in the treatment area. Suitability is always assessed in person first.
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, specialising in peels, skin needling, radiofrequency and lasers. The person who assesses your skin is the person who treats and reviews it, and the clinic holds full professional indemnity insurance.
Meet Cheryl & Scarlett