PRP & PRF
PRP Hair Loss Treatment Melbourne | Enesima Malvern
Platelet-Rich Plasma therapy to stimulate dormant hair follicles, slow hair loss, and support regrowth.
Recommended course
3 initial sessions; maintenance every 6–12 months
Downtime
Mild scalp tenderness for 1–3 days
The Treatment
What is PRP Hair Loss Treatment?
PRP Hair Loss Treatment uses Platelet-Rich Plasma derived from the patient's own blood to stimulate dormant or weakened hair follicles, slow the progression of hair thinning, and support the regrowth of healthier, stronger hair. The growth factors concentrated within the PRP, including PDGF, VEGF, EGF, and IGF, directly target the hair follicle environment, promoting increased blood supply and cellular activity within the follicle.
Hair loss affects both men and women and can have significant psychological impact. PRP offers a biological, non-pharmaceutical approach to hair restoration that is particularly well suited to the early to moderate stages of androgenetic alopecia (pattern hair loss) and diffuse thinning. It is not a cure for hair loss, but a therapeutic tool that can meaningfully slow progression and support density when used as part of a consistent treatment programme.
The treatment is minimally invasive, performed as an in-clinic procedure, and requires no systemic medication. Because the plasma is sourced from the patient's own blood, the risk of adverse reaction is very low, and recovery is minimal.
Benefits
What can it do for your skin?
- Stimulates dormant hair follicles to re-enter the active growth phase
- Slows the progression of hair thinning and loss
- Increases hair density and improves hair shaft quality
- Delivers concentrated growth factors directly to the scalp
- Non-pharmaceutical, no systemic medication required
- Biocompatible, derived from the patient's own blood
- Minimal downtime with no significant recovery period
- Effective as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapies
Suitability
Who is it for?
PRP Hair Loss Treatment is suitable for men and women in the early to moderate stages of hair loss, particularly those with androgenetic alopecia (male or female pattern hair loss) or diffuse thinning. It is most effective when follicles are still present and functional, it cannot regenerate follicles that have been permanently lost. A thorough consultation including a scalp assessment is required to determine suitability. The treatment is not recommended for those with certain blood disorders, active scalp infections, or during pregnancy.
Your Experience
What to expect
A small blood draw is taken from the arm and processed in a centrifuge to produce the platelet-rich plasma. The scalp is then numbed using topical anaesthetic or local anaesthetic injections to ensure comfort. The PRP is then administered via a series of scalp injections across the thinning areas, typically taking 30–45 minutes.
Following treatment, the scalp may feel tender and some mild swelling or bruising at injection sites may occur, resolving within 1–3 days. A course of 3 sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart is the initial recommended protocol, followed by maintenance sessions every 6–12 months to sustain results.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Does PRP actually work for hair loss?
Yes, PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) has a strong evidence base for androgenetic alopecia and diffuse thinning. Growth factors in the PRP stimulate dormant follicles to re-enter the active growth phase and improve the quality of existing hair. It is most effective when follicles are still present and functional.
How many PRP sessions are needed for hair loss?
The initial recommended protocol is 3 sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart. Following the initial course, maintenance sessions every 6–12 months are advised to sustain the results as natural hair loss progression continues.
Is PRP suitable for both men and women with hair loss?
Yes, PRP Hair Loss Treatment at Enesima is suitable for both men and women experiencing androgenetic alopecia (pattern hair loss) or diffuse thinning. A scalp assessment during consultation will confirm whether your follicles are still viable for treatment.
How soon will I see results from PRP hair treatment?
Most patients notice a reduction in shedding within 4–6 weeks of the first session. Visible improvement in density and hair quality typically becomes apparent 3–4 months into the treatment course as the growth cycle responds.
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Pricing & Booking
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