PRP for Face and Vampire Facial Pre-treatment Advice

• The following procedures should not be performed for a minimum of 14 days before your treatment: electrolysis, laser treatments (any kind), injections (collagen & BOTOX) and chemical peels
• Avoid anti-inflammatory/blood thinning medications, if possible, for a period of 14 days before treatment. Medications and supplements such as aspirin, vitamin E, ginkgo biloba, ginseng, St. John’s Wort, Omega 3/Fish Oil supplements, Ibuprofen, aspirin and other NSAIDS have a blood thinning effect and can increase the risk of bruising and swelling after needling
• Stop all facial acids AHA/BHA’s (glycolic, salicylic, lactic etc.), Vitamin A (retinol, retinal, tretinoin etc.) and topical antibiotics for a week before your treatment
• Do not consume alcohol for 24 hours before your treatment
• Try to drink as much water as possible before the treatment
• Avoid excessive sun exposure and wear a broad-spectrum sunscreen daily of SPF 30 or higher
• Do not shave, wax, tweeze, use tanning beds or over exfoliate the facial area within 72 hours of your treatment
• If possible, remove makeup before attending your treatment. We will deep cleanse the skin and remove any residue of makeup though it’s preferable to attend without any makeup
• Do not wash your hair before your facial since it’s likely to get products in it

• We cannot treat you if you are/have:
   – Hemophilia, blood clotting problems (ie poor wound healing)
   – Papulopustular rosacea
   – Acne Vulgaris stage III-IV
   – Solar Keratosis
   – Undergoing chemotherapy or immune therapy
   – Connective tissue disorders / auto immune disorders 
   – Long term use of Prednisone and other steroid medications (treatment will increase inflammation)
   – Pregnant/Nursing
   – HIV/AIDS
   – Anticoagulants / Blood thinners (including but not limited to aspirin)
   – Nickel or stainless steal allergies
   – Scleroderma
   – Collagen vascular diseases
   – Solar keratosis
   – Sunburn
   – Skin infections 
   – Active herpes simplex, warts or open lesions
   – Heart Disease
   – Diabetes
   – Taken Roaccutane in the last six months

PRP for Face and Vampire Facial Post-treatment Advice

• Don’t worry – you may experience some erythema (tightness, redness, tingling or burning sensation) or bruising, tenderness and superficial swelling which is perfectly normal and any side effects will diminish within a few days. Although rare, other possible side effects include the appearance of some small needle marks or bumps which will also resolve within a few days. Treatment around the eye area may take longer to settle (possibly 5-7 days). Arnica and a cool compress can help soothe the skin. There may be some bruising around the blood draw site although this should settle within 1-2 days. 
• Do not drink too much water immediately after treatment – water will be drawn to the injection sites and discourage your plasma from spreading under the skin
• Cleanse with cool water – your skin will most likely be sensitive after treatment and hot water may feel uncomfortable. Wash your face with cool water and remember to pat dry rather than rub your skin
• Use a soap-free cleanser – soap can dry out your skin, strip it of its natural oils and also irritate your skin
• Do not wear makeup – try to keep your skin free of any cosmetic products for 1-2 days
• Use a high SPF, broad-spectrum sunscreen – using sunscreen is essential as your skin is more sensitive to sun damage
• Don’t exfoliate – avoid exfoliating for at least 3 to 5 days after your treatment
• Avoid touching your face – try not to touch your face, pick, peel or prod for a few days after the treatment
• Avoid high temperatures – avoid saunas, prolonged sun exposure or hot exercise classes (i.e. avoid sweating)
• Avoid strenuous exercise for 7 days – this might cause inflammation
• Moisturise – applying a good quality moisturiser regularly will aid recovery
• Apply barrier repair – this will soothe the skin following treatment and can be used as often as required
• Avoid products containing retinoids, AHA/BHA, salicyclic acid and other topical medication – we recommend avoiding these for 5 days 
• Don’t have another skincare treatment too soon – give your skin some time to heal and repair before having another treatment. This includes botox, fillers, laser treatments, microdermabrasion and chemical peels as well as waxing, bleaching, spray tans, tanning beds and any other beauty or aesthetic treatment.
• Sleep face up – try to sleep face up and slightly elevated if you experience swelling
• Avoid caffeine, alcohol and smoking – try to avoid these for 48 hours after treatment
• Eat a balanced diet – increase your fruit and vegetable intake and avoid salty food