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1 PRP Injection Under Eyes, Age 41
After numerous consultations, I decided to get PRP infections under my eyes to improve hollowness, fine lines at rest, and deeper lines when smiling. I do not have bags or dark circles. While PRP can improve pigmentation due to skin damage (like sun damage), clinal research hasn’t shown this treatment to be effective for genetic dark circles. As such, my injector and I considered me a good candidate. All other dermal fillers were considered a poor solution for my desire to improve under eye hollowness and lines.
I also chose PRP for its lower risk compared to dermal fillers since the product comes from my body. At worst, it would be a waste of money. With dermal fillers, I risked looking worse and eating money.
Prior to the appointment my primary care physician ordered a blood client test so I could confirm platelet count within normal ranges (mine was normal). For blood building, I took 65 mg iron supplements 3/week at night on an empty stomach for 3 weeks prior to the treatment. For 4 weeks I took Collagen Complex (I, II, III, V, X) with hyaluronic acid and vitamin C daily. I continued collagen supplements daily after treatment as well. For 2 days before and after treatment I took tumeric supplements for its natural anti-inflammatory impact. I drank a vitamin water 2 hours later before my appt to ensure I would be hydrated and to make the blood draw easier (I’m difficult if dehydrated).
The initial prick hurt for a second but then it just felt weird. My injector (Katia) gave me w bottle vibrating wand to hold yo distract me. The forest view outside at Skin By Lovely LO is also beautiful to look at and the EDM music was pleasantly distracting too. I had 2 tubes of blood drawn, spectated in the centrifuge, and injected under my eyes. The injection took about 2 mins for both eyes. At home I used ice for a few mins proactively for inflammation. I worked all day (from home) without noticing anything.
For the first few days it was swollen under my eyes, but I loved it. I knew the plasma would absorb, but for about 4 days I enjoyed the plumpness at the top of my cheeks and under my eyes. The injection site (she used a cannula) had a dark bruise but I had no other bruising. I slept on my back the 1st night (wasn’t told to, just seemed like a good idea to me). The area around my eyes was sore for a few days, especially if I bent over to tie my shoe or pick something up. I didn’t workout for 24 hours and for the first few days after that my workouts were less intense than normal (walking instead of running, lighter weights). I resumed Retin A at day 7. I didn’t wash my face the 1st day but made sure to shower before my appt so I wouldn’t have to deal with showering and keeping my face dry. For the 2 days faster treatment I only used CeraVe cleanser and moisturizer, along with Clarins Double Serum. After day 2 I reintroduced hyaluronic acid 2%, Revision eye cream, and vitamin C 20%.
I’m happy so far and will get another injection at 6 weeks. I’ll keep tracking progress and I’m hoping to see collagen production diminish fine lines even more. I hope the results don’t just disappear after a few weeks. This was my first filler (I’ve had Botox once before this). I’m happy I started with my own plasma and platelets. Scary reviews and clinical research with hyaluronic filler showing allergic reactions, filler migration, and poor intermingling with fibers made me apprehensive about other fillers, especially near my eyes.
1 star removed simply because I haven’t seen long-term results and because numerous treatments at $1k each are needed. As demand for this increases, I expect the centrifuge equipment costs to come down as well as the treatment prices.
I also chose PRP for its lower risk compared to dermal fillers since the product comes from my body. At worst, it would be a waste of money. With dermal fillers, I risked looking worse and eating money.
Prior to the appointment my primary care physician ordered a blood client test so I could confirm platelet count within normal ranges (mine was normal). For blood building, I took 65 mg iron supplements 3/week at night on an empty stomach for 3 weeks prior to the treatment. For 4 weeks I took Collagen Complex (I, II, III, V, X) with hyaluronic acid and vitamin C daily. I continued collagen supplements daily after treatment as well. For 2 days before and after treatment I took tumeric supplements for its natural anti-inflammatory impact. I drank a vitamin water 2 hours later before my appt to ensure I would be hydrated and to make the blood draw easier (I’m difficult if dehydrated).
The initial prick hurt for a second but then it just felt weird. My injector (Katia) gave me w bottle vibrating wand to hold yo distract me. The forest view outside at Skin By Lovely LO is also beautiful to look at and the EDM music was pleasantly distracting too. I had 2 tubes of blood drawn, spectated in the centrifuge, and injected under my eyes. The injection took about 2 mins for both eyes. At home I used ice for a few mins proactively for inflammation. I worked all day (from home) without noticing anything.
For the first few days it was swollen under my eyes, but I loved it. I knew the plasma would absorb, but for about 4 days I enjoyed the plumpness at the top of my cheeks and under my eyes. The injection site (she used a cannula) had a dark bruise but I had no other bruising. I slept on my back the 1st night (wasn’t told to, just seemed like a good idea to me). The area around my eyes was sore for a few days, especially if I bent over to tie my shoe or pick something up. I didn’t workout for 24 hours and for the first few days after that my workouts were less intense than normal (walking instead of running, lighter weights). I resumed Retin A at day 7. I didn’t wash my face the 1st day but made sure to shower before my appt so I wouldn’t have to deal with showering and keeping my face dry. For the 2 days faster treatment I only used CeraVe cleanser and moisturizer, along with Clarins Double Serum. After day 2 I reintroduced hyaluronic acid 2%, Revision eye cream, and vitamin C 20%.
I’m happy so far and will get another injection at 6 weeks. I’ll keep tracking progress and I’m hoping to see collagen production diminish fine lines even more. I hope the results don’t just disappear after a few weeks. This was my first filler (I’ve had Botox once before this). I’m happy I started with my own plasma and platelets. Scary reviews and clinical research with hyaluronic filler showing allergic reactions, filler migration, and poor intermingling with fibers made me apprehensive about other fillers, especially near my eyes.
1 star removed simply because I haven’t seen long-term results and because numerous treatments at $1k each are needed. As demand for this increases, I expect the centrifuge equipment costs to come down as well as the treatment prices.
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