PRP vampire facials — Kim Kardashian made them famous, but can science back it up?
So I’ve been doing tirzepatide for about 6 months now and honestly my skin has gotten SO much better just from the weight loss and lifestyle changes. But I’m still dealing with some texture issues and fine lines around my eyes. I keep seeing PRP facials everywhere – Kim K basically made them a thing years ago with those bloody face pics lol. But I’m curious if anyone here has actually done them and if there’s real science behind it or if it’s just another celebrity trend?
My aesthetician keeps pushing me toward exosomes instead, saying they’re like the next generation of regenerative treatments. She mentioned they work similarly to PRP but without needing to draw blood? I’m kinda skeptical tbh. The price difference is WILD too – PRP seems to run around $600-800 per session while exosomes can be double that or more.
Has anyone here tried either? I’m 38F and willing to invest in something that actually works, but I don’t want to throw money at something just because it sounds fancy. Would love to hear real experiences before I commit to anything.
I’ve done 3 rounds of PRP facials over the past year. There actually IS decent science behind it – your platelets release growth factors that stimulate collagen production. It’s not just hype. That said, results are subtle and cumulative, not dramatic overnight changes. I noticed improvement in skin texture around week 4-5 after my first treatment.
Regarding exosomes vs PRP – they work through different mechanisms. Exosomes are basically cell-derived nanoparticles that carry signaling molecules. Some docs think they’re more targeted than PRP, but the research is still emerging. My derm said PRP has more clinical data backing it up right now, which is why I went that route first.
totally agree with SkinDeepScience about the research thing. I went down a rabbit hole reading studies after my wife got interested in this stuff. PRP has been used in orthopedics and wound healing for years, so the facial application isn’t totally out of left field.
One thing to consider though – quality varies WILDLY depending on who’s doing it and what system they use to process your blood. Some places basically spin it once and call it a day, others have more sophisticated centrifuge protocols that concentrate the platelets better. def ask about their process before booking. Also the microneedling depth matters a lot for results. Just something to research before you pick a provider!