Platelet Rich Plasma
PRP, or platelet rich plasma, uses a small sample of your own blood. It is spun in a centrifuge to concentrate the platelets, then injected into the scalp or the skin to stimulate hair growth and collagen production. A course of 3 to 6 sessions spaced 4 weeks apart is standard, with visible change from about 3 months.
PRP treatment in Surat at Elegance Clinic is carried out under the care of Dr. Ashutosh Shah, a board certified plastic surgeon, using a closed preparation system and sterile technique. Because PRP comes from your own blood, there is no risk of allergy or rejection. What it can realistically achieve depends heavily on the stage of your hair loss or skin ageing, and this page sets out those limits honestly.
How PRP works
Platelets are the cells your body sends to any injury site. They release growth factors that call in repair cells and stimulate new blood vessels. PRP concentrates those platelets to several times their normal level and delivers them exactly where repair is wanted. In the scalp, this improves blood supply to weakening follicles and lengthens the active growth phase of the hair cycle. In the skin, it stimulates fibroblasts to lay down new collagen, which improves texture over the following months.
PRP is a biological stimulus, not a filler and not a drug. It works with follicles or skin that are still alive. That single fact explains most of what follows.
What PRP is used for
- Early to moderate hair thinning: male and female pattern hair loss where the hair has become fine and short but the follicle is still present
- Diffuse hair shedding: after illness, crash dieting, post pregnancy or stress, alongside treating the underlying cause
- Support after a hair transplant: to help grafts settle and to protect the surrounding native hair
- Facial rejuvenation: dull, thin or crepey skin, fine lines and early laxity
- Under eye area: improving skin quality and mild dark circles caused by thin skin rather than by hollowing
- Acne scars and stretch marks: combined with microneedling for better results than either alone
What PRP cannot do
PRP will not grow hair on a smooth, shiny bald area where the follicles have already disappeared. It will not reverse advanced pattern baldness, and it is not a substitute for a hair transplant in those cases. On the face, it will not replace lost volume the way a filler does, and it will not lift skin that has genuinely descended. Any clinic promising these things is overselling the treatment.
Are you a candidate?
Good candidates have early or moderate thinning with visible fine hair in the affected area, generally good health, a normal platelet count, and the patience for a course spread over several months. On the skin side, good candidates want gradual quality improvement rather than an immediate visible change.
PRP is avoided in people with platelet disorders or low platelet counts, active blood or skin infections, uncontrolled diabetes, those on ongoing anticoagulant therapy, patients with a history of certain cancers, and during pregnancy. Heavy smoking reduces the response noticeably.
What a PRP session involves
About 10 to 20 ml of blood is drawn from your arm, exactly as it is for a routine blood test. The sample is spun in a centrifuge for around 10 minutes to separate the plasma layer rich in platelets. Numbing cream is applied to the scalp or face for 20 to 30 minutes. The plasma is then injected in a grid pattern with a very fine needle, or delivered along with microneedling on the face. The whole appointment takes about 45 to 60 minutes and you leave without any dressing.
Sessions and what to expect over time
| Session 1 | Baseline photographs taken. Mild scalp tenderness and redness for a day. |
| Week 4 to 8 | Sessions 2 and 3. Shedding often reduces first, which is a good early sign even though nothing looks thicker yet. |
| Month 3 | Fine new hairs appear at the hairline and crown. On the face, texture and glow improve. |
| Month 4 to 6 | Course completed. Comparison against baseline photographs is the only reliable way to judge the change. |
| Maintenance | One session every 4 to 6 months to hold the result, since PRP slows the process rather than stopping it permanently. |
PRP cost in Surat
| Treatment | Usual course | Typical cost |
| PRP for hair, per session | 4 to 6 sessions | Rs. 4,000 to Rs. 10,000 |
| PRP for hair, package | Course of 4 to 6 | Rs. 18,000 to Rs. 45,000 |
| PRP facial, per session | 3 to 4 sessions | Rs. 6,000 to Rs. 15,000 |
| PRP with microneedling for scars | 4 to 6 sessions | Rs. 8,000 to Rs. 18,000 per session |
| Maintenance session | Every 4 to 6 months | Rs. 4,000 to Rs. 12,000 |
Price differences usually come down to the preparation kit used and how much plasma is prepared. Cheap PRP often means an open, non sterile preparation or a poor concentration, both of which affect the result. These ranges are a guide for Surat and are confirmed after assessment.
Aftercare
- Do not wash the scalp for 24 hours after a hair session
- Avoid gym, swimming, sauna and steam for 48 hours
- Skip alcohol and anti-inflammatory painkillers for 2 days, they blunt the platelet response
- No hair colour or chemical treatment for 1 week
- Use sunscreen after a facial session, the skin is temporarily more sensitive
- Drink water and eat normally on the day of treatment, arriving hydrated makes the blood draw easier
Side effects and safety
Because the material is your own blood, allergic reaction is not a concern. Expected effects are scalp tenderness and a headache like tightness for a day, redness on the face for a few hours, and occasional pinpoint bruising. Infection is rare with sterile technique. The main practical risk is disappointment when PRP is used for a stage of hair loss it was never going to help, which is why a proper scalp examination comes before the first session.
Frequently asked questions
Does PRP treatment hurt?
A blood sample is taken from the arm exactly as for a routine test. Numbing cream is applied for 20 to 30 minutes before the injections, so most people describe pressure and small pricks. The scalp feels tender for about a day afterwards.
How many PRP sessions do I need for hair?
Most courses run 4 to 6 sessions spaced 4 weeks apart, followed by a maintenance session every 4 to 6 months. Fewer than 3 sessions rarely produces a change worth judging.
When will I see results from PRP?
Reduced shedding is usually the first sign, around week 4 to 8. New fine hairs appear from about month 3, and the fullest change is seen at month 6. Comparing photographs from the first visit is the only reliable way to judge progress.
Is PRP permanent?
No. It slows and partially reverses thinning while it is being maintained. If sessions stop completely, the underlying pattern of hair loss continues, so maintenance every few months is part of the plan.
Can PRP regrow hair on a completely bald patch?
No. PRP stimulates follicles that are still alive but weak. On smooth, shiny skin where the follicles have gone, it cannot produce hair, and a hair transplant is the option to discuss instead.
Are there side effects of PRP?
Since the material is your own blood, allergy is not a concern. Expect scalp tenderness, a tight headache like feeling for a day, temporary redness and occasionally small bruises at injection points. Infection is rare when sterile technique is used.
How much does PRP cost in Surat?
A single hair session typically costs Rs. 4,000 to Rs. 10,000, with packages of 4 to 6 sessions running Rs. 18,000 to Rs. 45,000. PRP facials generally cost Rs. 6,000 to Rs. 15,000 per session. The kit used and the volume prepared account for most of the price difference.
Is PRP better than minoxidil for hair loss?
They work differently and are usually combined rather than compared. Minoxidil is a daily topical that has to be continued indefinitely. PRP is a course of in clinic sessions with maintenance every few months. Results are generally best when both are used together.
How much hair regrowth can PRP realistically give?
Expect improved density and thickness of existing hair rather than a new hairline. Reduced shedding comes first, then finer hairs thicken over 3 to 6 months. It works best on early to moderate thinning and does nothing where follicles have already been lost.
Book a PRP assessment in Surat
At Elegance Clinic, the first visit includes a scalp or skin examination, relevant blood tests where needed, baseline photographs and a clear statement of what PRP can and cannot achieve in your case. Call +91 83205 00350 or book online to discuss PRP treatment with Dr. Ashutosh Shah.