- Treatment time
- About 45 min
- Downtime
- Mild puffiness for a day
- Sessions
- Course of 3
- Results
- Over a course of 3
Overview
What is Under-eye PRP?
Under-eye PRP places fine amounts of your own platelet-rich plasma into the thin skin under the eyes. It improves skin quality and tone over a short course, without adding volume.
It is a gentle option for dark circles, crepey skin and a tired look. If hollowness is the main concern, we may discuss filler as well.
Benefits
- Improves thin, crepey skin
- Can soften dark circles
- No added volume
- Uses your own body
Is it right for you?
Often a good fit for
- Dark circles
- Thin, crepey under-eye skin
- A tired look
We may advise waiting, or another option, with
- Blood or platelet disorders, or blood-thinning medicines that cannot be paused
- Active infection or skin condition in the treatment area
- Pregnancy or nursing
- Active cancer or chemotherapy
Suitability is always confirmed in person, at your consultation.
How it works
01
Blood sample
A small sample is taken, like a routine blood test.
02
Prepare
The sample is spun to concentrate the platelets.
03
Numb
Numbing cream is applied under the eyes.
04
Inject
PRP is placed in tiny amounts with a very fine needle.
Before and after
Before your visit
- Eat well and drink plenty of water on the day
- Avoid aspirin and anti-inflammatory painkillers for a few days, if your doctor agrees
- Avoid alcohol for 24 hours before
Aftercare
- Avoid rubbing the eyes
- Sleep with your head slightly raised the first night
- No eye makeup for 24 hours
Possible side effects
- Mild puffiness for a day
- Small bruises
- Rarely, infection
Every risk is explained before you decide. Results vary from person to person.
Under-eye PRP: your questions
Will PRP fill my hollows?
PRP improves skin quality but does not add much volume. For deep hollows, we may discuss filler.
Is it painful?
With numbing cream, most people feel only small pricks.
