PRF Microneedle (“vampire”) Facial
Game changing medical services at Orange Poppy Spa
Now there’s no need to subject yourself to intimidating medical practices or risk yourself at a place where the licensed medical professional may be across the state.
PRF MicroNeedle Facial
We are always looking for ways to get the absolute best results for your skin with as little inflammation and downtown as possible. Our goal is prevent you from needing harsh chemical peels, deep ablative laser treatments or even surgery. Which is why I’m super excited that we are now offering PRF MicroNeedle Facials!
WHY PRF WITH MICRONEEDLING (aka the “vampire” facial):
Platelet Rich Fibrin (PRF) is a holistic and FDA approved therapy that utilizes your body’s own platelets and growth factors as “super healers” to stimulate collagen production, reverse signs of aging and add volume to your skin. Because this is 100% natural, derived only from your own blood with nothing added it is 100% biocompatible with you!
The FDA- approved SkinPen, microneedling device has very fine needles that pierce the top layer of your skin in a precise manner. This technique is also known as CID (collagen induction therapy.) While this does produce micro injuries, the key here is the term micro. These micro channels stimulate your body’s natural healing process resulting in increased elastin and collagen production. When paired with your own platelets and growth factors the entire process results in a net gain in collagen! This process works to tighten, lift and rejuvenate the skin giving a smoother, firmer, more younger looking appearance.
This treatment is fabulous for improving:
Fine lines and wrinkles
Uneven skin tone or texture
Acne scars
Enlarged pores
Sun damage or dark spots
Eye bags or dark circles
Dull, tired-looking skin
Pricing: PRF MicroNeedle Treatment for Face and Neck $750
What to Expect During the Treatment at Orange Poppy Spa:
Once comfortably seated in the treatment room, Madeline, NP will thoroughly go over everything with you.
Then she will apply a topical anesthetic all over your face. Honestly, this was the strangest part for me. The very edges of my lips were a bit numb for about 30-minutes after my service. This provided lots of entertainment for my team members who were eating lunch with me.
Next, Madeline will draw a vial of blood. Trust me, as someone who is prone to pass out during blood draws, Madeline is an expert. It was over before I had time to freak out at all.
While your blood spins in a centrifuge, she will cleanse your face and lay the bed back into a very comfortable position.
Then your very own platelet rich fibrin (PRF) will be applied topically (it’s in a syringe but no needles are involved.) There are no anti-coagulants or any additives whatsoever. Just your own, totally natural, stem cells and pure potential.
Next Madeline uses her SkinPen, an FDA approved microneedle device, to deeply penetrate your own PRF into your skin. Despite the topical anesthetic, this process is still a little spicy but it goes quickly and is really not too bad given the amazing results.
She will then apply a soothing balm and you are good to go.
What to Expect After your Service:
I wouldn’t recommend planning much for the rest of that day. You will feel totally fine, I just looked extremely sunburned. I was told not to work out, use a sauna or do anything that would bring more heat or blood flow to my face. You are also not supposed to put anything on your face other than the tube of cream given to you until the next day.
The next morning I was still a little pink. I washed my face with a gentle cleanser, used my mineral tinted moisturizing sunscreen and mineral powder. I noticed a small amount of puffiness but it was not enough that anyone else would be concerned.
On day three my color was back to normal. I experienced a small amount of peeling in a couple of areas where I asked Madeleine to go deeper to address my more significant lines. I washed my face, used my Vitamin-C serum, and tinted sunscreen.
Now I’m just excited to see how my skin improves over the next 90-days. I get regular monthly facials and am impeccable about my home care so I am expecting great results. I plan to do this treatment again in about a year.
PRF Microneedle Facial is not for you if are experiencing:
Active inflammatory acne lesions
Active herpes or other localized infection in the treatment area
Active Cancer
A low platelet count
Pregnant/Breastfeeding
Have used Accutane in the last 6-months
Prior to Your Treatment:
For your comfort and the best results please follow these pre-treatment recommendations.
Avoid Accutane for six months prior to your appointment.
Do not use topical agents that may increase the sensitivity of your skin such as retinoids, exfoliants, topical antibiotics or acids 3-5 days prior to your treatment.
Do not take anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen, Motrin, or Advil for at least 3 days prior to your microneedling session.
Avoid IPL/Laser procedures, unprotected sun exposure, or sunburn for at least 2 weeks prior to your procedure.
No waxing, depilatory creams, or electrolysis to the area being treated for one week prior.
If you’re prone to cold sores, take an antiviral agent for 2 days prior to and the day of the treatment.
Avoid blood thinning agents for one week prior to help prevent bruising.
This treatment is not appropriate if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
On the day of your appointment, please arrive with a clean, make-up free face and be well hydrated.
Madeline, NP
As I’ve said before, we are over the moon excited to be working with the most amazing NP to bring you these results-driven medical services. Madeline is a Board Certified Nurse Practitioner with extensive training and credentials in aesthetics, meaning she has every qualification to take care of you medically, aesthetically and emotionally.
She has what’s referred to in the medical aesthetics field as the French Touch. This highly coveted skill means not only will injections or blood draws be practically painless, she also uses the best techniques to ensure you look natural and effortlessly fabulous.