Is PRP Worth It for Hair Loss

PRP is worth it for most patients with early to moderate hair loss who commit to the full treatment protocol. With 70-90% of patients seeing improvement and 87% satisfaction at our clinic, PRP offers strong value for non-surgical hair restoration. However, it's not right for everyone—advanced baldness, single treatments, or unrealistic expectations lead to disappointment.

The Honest Cost-Benefit Analysis

Costs

First Year:

  • Course of 3 sessions: £1,455

  • 1 maintenance session: £495

  • Total: ~£1,950

Ongoing (per year):

  • 1-2 maintenance sessions: £495-990

5-Year Investment:

  • Year 1: £1,950

  • Years 2-5: £3,000-4,000

  • Total: ~£5,000-6,000

Benefits

  • Thicker, fuller hair

  • Reduced shedding

  • Slowed hair loss progression

  • Improved confidence

  • Non-surgical (no scars, no downtime)

  • Natural results (your own hair)

  • May delay or avoid transplant

When PRP IS Worth It

You're a Good Candidate If:

  • Hair loss is early to moderate (Norwood 2-4)

  • You have thinning, not complete baldness

  • You start treatment within 5 years of noticing loss

  • You'll complete the full protocol (3+ sessions + maintenance)

  • You have realistic expectations (thickness improvement, not miracles)

  • Alternative is hair transplant (PRP is much cheaper)

  • Confidence and appearance matter to you

When PRP Is NOT Worth It

Think Twice If:

  • Hair loss is very advanced (Norwood 6-7)

  • Areas are completely bald (no follicles to stimulate)

  • You can only afford one session

  • You expect dramatic regrowth

  • You won't commit to maintenance

  • Underlying cause isn't addressed (thyroid, deficiencies)

PRP vs Alternatives: Value Comparison

Do Nothing:

  • Cost: £0

  • Result: Continued hair loss

  • Worth it? No—if hair matters to you

Minoxidil + Finasteride:

  • Cost: £200-400/year

  • Result: Slows loss, modest regrowth for some

  • Worth it? Good starting point, often combined with PRP

PRP:

  • Cost: £1,500-2,000/year

  • Result: Thickening, reduced shedding, 70-90% satisfaction

  • Worth it? Yes for most early-moderate loss

Hair Transplant:

  • Cost: £5,000-15,000 (one-time) + PRP maintenance

  • Result: Permanent coverage of bald areas

  • Worth it? Yes for advanced loss, but expensive

What Patients Say

"Worth every penny" "I was sceptical but after 3 sessions my hair is visibly thicker. My wife noticed before I did. Wish I'd started sooner."

"Changed my confidence" "As a woman with thinning hair, PRP gave me back my confidence. I no longer dread photos or windy days."

"Good but not magic" "My hair is definitely better. It's not a miracle cure but it's stopped the decline and thickened what I have. For me, worth it."

Our Honest Recommendation

PRP is worth it if you:

  • Start early

  • Do it properly

  • Have realistic expectations

It's one of the most effective non-surgical options available. But it requires commitment—to the treatment protocol and the ongoing investment.

Not sure? Book a free consultation. We'll assess your hair loss, show you realistic before/after examples, and help you decide if PRP is right for you.

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