Can you get PRP applied to your face 2 days post micro-needling?

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Today I will be 48 hours post microneedling. Unfortunately, I have very sensitive skin And am more red than expected. (no needles larger than 1.5 were used on my face). It is improving, but very slowly. I would like to speed up the healing process. They used the collagen P.I.N & I am using 4 products the from the companies induction therapies- a serum, moisturizer, sunscreen primer and gentle cleanser. Would PRP applied to my face now make any difference? Or does it only help directly after?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Yes, prp can help decrease redness from microneedling. With microneedling, I always combine with prp and lasers to get the best outcomes. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Gregory A. Buford, MD, FACS · Answer

Unfortunately, the micro channels created by micro needling close quickly and so anything applied to the skin 2 days later will not be able to use these channels as a pathway into your skin.  We generally have patients apply TNS Recovery to their skin the following day since this will absorb into the various dermal layers and is not irritating to any open areas. I hope that helps and wish you the very best!Gregory A Buford MD FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author

Patricia Faraz, MD · Answer

To get the benefits from PRP you must use on the skin within 8 hours after the skin has been needled.
There are several products that help repair and heal the skin. ZO Revitatrol is an epidermal repair cream that helps with the healing process.
Hope this helps,

Aurora DeJuliis, MD · Answer

It is normal after microneedling to experience some redness and dryness. Using PRP two days after the procedure will not really accomplish anything because the stem cells penetrate the skin when tiny little channels are opened with the needles during the procedure. So PRP is applied before and immediately after.
After microneedling it is important to keep your face well hydrated and protected with a good quality sun block

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