Does PRP really works for fine lines, crepey skin and wrinkles under eyes? (Photo)

PRP is a regenerative procedure that sends a signal to recruit stem cells to the area. Although injecting PRP to the area can help improve collagen and elasticity to the area, PRP works best when it is activated to release the growth factors. PRP can be activated by micro needling the area, using laser or radio frequency energy or a filler. This is why the Vampire Facial® (PRP with micro needling) and Vampire Facelift® (PRP with fillers) are such great treatments. Much better than PRP alone.

Fractional laser is an amazing and highly effective treatment in our office. We use the laser treatment to help with acne scars, large pores, fine wrinkles, tissue collagen loss, scars, sebaceous hyperplasia, active acne, and for brightening dark pigmentation. Although there are very strong fractional lasers such as CO2 laser, we use lighter treatments for corrective skincare and maintenance of results. Our Thulium fractional laser, clear and brilliant laser, and Ultra Thulium laser are excellent options in our clinic. We also perform CO2 fractional and erbium depending on skin tone and tolerance for downtime. Patients do have to use a Melarase cream before and after treatment to help further reduce pigmentation after laser. Melarase AM, Melarase PM, and Melapads can seriously improve surface sun damage and UV related pigmentation. Dark spots can improve with these treatments. I recommend fractional laser for incisional scars as well, especially after plastic surgery.
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Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

Hi @SophiaB1112! PRP which stands for Platelet Rich Plasma is a natural and non-surgical solution to treat under eye circles and bags. PRP is highly effective for restoring sunken eyes. Generally, two vials of blood will be collected from the patient and placed into a centrifuge. The centrifuge spins and separates the platelets from the rest of the blood components. The plasma contains the valuable collagen and growth factors from the rest of the blood's components. The plasma is then drawn up into a syringe and injected in the tear trough area. Typically, 3-6 sessions is adequate for optimal results. Best of luck, Dr. Nima!

Platelet Rich Plasma can help but not as a stand alone treatment. For pre-mature lines, wrinkles and/or crepey skin, PRP works best as a topical. I would suggest having PRP applied with a Microneedling treatment or infused with a chemical peel. You should seek an Facial Plastics office or an Aesthetician with proven experience in these aesthetic treatments. Best, Dr. Anil Shah

Thank you for your message! PRP is a great option to help boost collagen under the eyes which will in turn help with volume loss and fine lines. Typically, multiple injections are needed to see a satisfying result. PRP is a great option as it is more natural of an approach than fillers!

PRP facials would be great for the fine lines, crepey skin and wrinkles around your eyes.  Your provider can even inject a little on the sides of your eyes to enhance PRP's effects even more.   I recommend at least 3 treatments, spaced 1 month apart then 1 treatment quarterly for optimal results.  Good luck. 

Yes it can. The most important thing is that it is actually Platelet RICH Plasma, meaning that it is concentrated by 5-7x baseline. Most aesthetics docs are using small test tubes to spin low volumes of blood and calling that PRP. See a Regenerative specialist in order to ensure that you are getting a high quality regenerative agent. 
My ideal approach for under  eye fine lines is to inject at 2 locations under the eye, spread the PRP across the entire trough with my finger to apply it evenly and then use Halo laser to create channels through the skin to apply the PRP topically. Halo has the added benefit of removing the old damaged collagen and elastin so the PRP can be working from scratch rather than just transforming damaged collagen into healthy collagen (which is how it usually works with simple injections).