How much does PRP hair treatment cost at The London PRP Clinic?

£545 per session for our comprehensive PRP hair treatment, which includes Viviscal™ Professional supplements and organic hair oils. Most patients need 3-4 initial sessions. ExoRevive treatment is £445 per session.

Is PRP better than a hair transplant?

PRP is better for early-stage hair loss (Norwood 1-4) as it's non-surgical with no downtime and costs £545 vs £3,000-15,000 for transplants. Hair transplants are better for advanced hair loss (Norwood 5-7) but require surgery and 2 weeks recovery. Many patients use PRP to enhance transplant results.

What's the difference between PRP and ExoRevive?

PRP uses your blood's platelets containing 5-7 growth factors. ExoRevive uses lab-derived exosomes with 1,000+ growth factors, often showing faster results (6-8 weeks vs 3-4 months). ExoRevive costs £445 per session vs £545 for PRP with supplements.

Which London Underground station is closest to The London PRP Clinic?

Our Marylebone clinic is a 5-minute walk from Marylebone Station and 7 minutes from Baker Street Underground (Metropolitan, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Jubilee, and Bakerloo lines). We're also 8 minutes from Edgware Road Station.

Microneedling for Acne Scars: Targeted Treatment

31 Aug

Written By Omar Elalfy

Microneedling offers effective treatment for acne scarring through controlled skin remodelling. Understanding specific protocols for scar treatment helps set realistic expectations and optimise results.

How Microneedling Improves Scars

Microneedling breaks down scar tissue while stimulating new collagen formation. The needles create controlled injury, triggering wound healing cascades. This process gradually replaces scarred tissue with healthy skin.

Different needle depths target different scar types. Superficial scars may need only 1-1.5mm depth, while deep scars require 2-2.5mm penetration. This customisation ensures optimal treatment for each scar type.

Scar-Specific Protocols

Ice Pick Scars

These narrow, deep scars benefit from focused treatment. Some practitioners use single-needle techniques targeting individual scars. Alternatively, TCA CROSS can be combined with microneedling for enhanced improvement.

Boxcar Scars

These broader, depressed scars respond well to standard microneedling protocols. Multiple passes at varying angles help break down scar edges. Gradual improvement occurs over several sessions.

Rolling Scars

These scars result from fibrous bands tethering skin downward. Subcision may precede microneedling to release these attachments. The combination provides superior improvement to either treatment alone.

Treatment Intensity for Scarring

Acne scar treatment requires more aggressive protocols than general rejuvenation. Deeper needle penetration, multiple passes, and higher needle density create more significant remodelling. This intensity means longer recovery but better results.

Pre-treatment preparation with tretinoin may enhance results. Post-treatment, growth factors or vitamin C serums optimise healing. This comprehensive approach maximises improvement.

Combination Therapies

PRP Enhancement

Adding platelet-rich plasma accelerates healing and may improve results. Growth factors promote tissue regeneration beyond what microneedling alone achieves. This combination particularly benefits atrophic scarring.

Radiofrequency Microneedling

Devices combining microneedling with radiofrequency provide dual benefits. Mechanical injury from needles combines with thermal stimulation from RF energy. This enhanced collagen stimulation offers superior scar improvement.

Chemical Peels

Alternating microneedling with chemical peels addresses both texture and pigmentation. Peels remove superficial irregularities while microneedling remodels deeper tissue. Spacing treatments appropriately prevents over-treatment.

Treatment Timeline

Significant scar improvement requires commitment. Most patients need 4-6 sessions spaced 4-6 weeks apart. Initial improvement appears after 2-3 sessions, with continued enhancement over months.

Collagen remodelling continues for 3-6 months post-treatment. Final results may not be apparent until several months after completing the treatment series. Patience is essential for optimal outcomes.

Realistic Expectations

Complete scar elimination is rare. Most patients achieve 50-70% improvement in scar appearance. Deeper, older scars respond less dramatically than recent, superficial scarring.

Skin type affects results. Lighter skin typically shows more dramatic improvement. Darker skin requires conservative treatment to prevent post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation but can still achieve good results.

Post-Treatment Care for Scars

Scarred skin requires careful post-treatment management. Sun protection is crucial as UV exposure can worsen pigmentation. Gentle cleansing and moisturising support healing without irritation.

Avoid picking or scratching during the peeling phase. This can worsen scarring or create new marks. Let skin heal naturally for best results.

Maintenance Protocols

After achieving desired improvement, maintenance treatments preserve results. Annual or bi-annual sessions prevent scar recurrence and maintain skin quality. This ongoing care ensures lasting improvement.

Home care between treatments impacts results. Retinoids stimulate ongoing collagen production. Vitamin C supports healing and prevents pigmentation. Consistent skincare maximises treatment benefits.

Ready to improve acne scarring? Book your free WhatsApp consultation. Send clear photos for personalised assessment and treatment planning.

Omar Elalfy