PRP Care
Pre & Post Treatment Care following PRP
To maximise results and minimise side effects, follow these preparatory and aftercare steps. Your clinician may adjust them to your needs.
Pre-treatment care
- Avoid blood-thinning medications, supplements or herbs (aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oil, vitamin E, ginkgo) for ~1 week beforehand — unless advised otherwise by your doctor.
- Avoid smoking and alcohol in the 24 hours before treatment.
- Stay well-hydrated & avoid excessive caffeine or sugary drinks.
- Avoid excessive sun exposure for at least a week; use broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen.
- Pause harsh skincare (exfoliants, scrubs, acids) ~48 hours before.
- Disclose all medications, herbs, medical conditions or supplements to your provider.
Post-treatment care
- Avoid direct sun exposure; apply a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ daily.
- Avoid harsh or abrasive skincare (exfoliants, scrubs, acids) for first 7 days.
- Avoid makeup for 24 hours; thereafter use gentle, mineral-based formulas.
- Do not pick, scratch or rub treated areas.
- Keep skin hydrated with gentle, fragrance-free moisturisers twice daily.
- Follow your provider’s post-treatment protocol and attend follow-up visits.
These guidelines are general. Always defer to your clinician’s personalised instructions, especially if your health or medications differ.
Related reading & next steps
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