Pre & post instructions

PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma)

For 12 hours before treatment:

For 24 hours before treatment:

No sunburns or extended sun exposure
Skin must be clean and free of makeup or other products
If acne appears before your treatment appointment, your clinician will evaluate whether it is safe to proceed

Immediately After PRP Therapy Treatment

Be careful to avoid sun exposure.
Wait at least 24 hours following treatment before applying sunscreen.
Wait at least 24 hours following treatment before applying makeup.
If you are prone to cold sores, you may experience a breakout; a prophylactic medication can be taken (i.e. Acyclovir).
A few hours following treatment, wash your face with lukewarm water, using a gentle massaging motion, to remove any remaining serum or dried blood.
For 1 to 3 days, your skin will feel tight and dry
After 2 to 3 days, or when it feels comfortable, you can go back to your daily skin care regimen.
For 10 to 14 days, do not use toners containing alcohol
For at least 10 days, take care to prevent direct sun exposure

PRP Therapy Recovery Timeline:

Day 1: Skin appears red; the more aggressive the treatment, the more severe the reddening will appear.
Day 2: Red or pink skin remains, much like a sunburn. Swelling may increase on this day.
Days 3 to 5: Skin is pinkish or back to normal. Swelling recedes.

After Your Treatment:

For at least 6 hours, do not touch the treated area
For up to 2 weeks, the treated area may feel firm, but it will soften over time, and you should see supple, younger skin.
For 72 hours, do not scrub, exfoliate, or aggressively massage the treated area
You may experience an itchy sensation and dryness of the treated area. You may use Vaseline® or another moisturizer to ease these symptoms
For up to 72 hours, you may experience mild discomfort and swelling. Over-the-counter pain medications can treat this, but do not take any pain medication that things your blood (i.e. aspirin, ibuprofen).
You may use an ice pack to lessen discomfort, bruising, and swelling, but place a thin cloth like a dishtowel between the ice pack and your skin and apply only in 5-minute intervals.
For 24 to 48 hours, we advise that you sleep on your back only, with your head somewhat elevated. This helps to lessen swelling and bruising.
You may experience some bruising, which is normal. You may use makeup over these areas (but wait 24 hours after treatment before applying). Bruises disappear within a few days to a week.

If at any stage you have any concerns regarding your treatment, please do not hesitate to contact FORME Aesthetics by email or phone call.