Consult Required?
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Downtime
Limited
Sessions Needed
3-4, then ongoing maintenance
Results Duration
3-4 months
Benefits of PRP Hair Restoration
New Growth
Wake up dormant follicles and bring fresh energy to your scalp. PRP signals your body to restart the natural hair growth cycle, leading to thicker, fuller, and more visibly healthy hair.
Hypoallergenic Source
You’re not putting anything artificial into your system. PRP is organic, biocompatible, and tailored to you, because it literally comes from you.
Looks Natural
The results blend seamlessly into your hairline. PRP encourages growth that mirrors your natural texture and pattern, so it never looks overdone.
Consultation
This first visit is where clarity begins. Our providers will guide you through a friendly, in-depth conversation that covers your medical history, lifestyle factors, and any past treatments. You’ll leave your consultation with a better understanding of how PRP hair restoration works, and whether it’s the right fit for your goals.
Procedure
After numbing the area for comfort, we begin by drawing a small amount of your blood. Then, your provider spins it in a centrifuge to isolate the platelet-rich plasma. After that, they’ll inject this PRP into targeted areas of your scalp using a fine needle. The session typically takes under an hour and requires no anesthesia.
Recovery
Post-treatment, you may feel slight sensitivity or warmth at the injection sites, but it fades quickly. Behind the scenes, your follicles are entering an active growth phase. As new hair emerges, you’ll feel more confident with each passing cycle, while your results continue to build with consistency.
Build Your Custom Treatment Plan
The path for your Younique journey begins with this first step.
Does PRP hair restoration work for all types of hair loss?
PRP can be effective for many common forms of hair loss.
This includes:
- Androgenetic alopecia (male and female pattern baldness)
- Telogen effluvium
- Postpartum shedding
- COVID- or stress-related hair thinning
However, it may not be ideal for patients with complete follicle loss or scarring alopecia. If your follicles are dormant but alive, PRP is more likely to reactivate them. Your best fit for treatment will be determined during your evaluation for PRP hair restoration in Santa Monica.
Will my hair fall out before it grows back?
Some people experience a brief “shedding phase” a few weeks after their first PRP treatment. This is a normal part of the hair growth cycle, where old hairs make way for newer, healthier strands. It’s not a sign of failure—it’s a sign the treatment is working.
As your follicles reset, you’ll gradually notice stronger regrowth and less daily shedding. To support this transition, we often suggest scalp-friendly skincare or IV hydration therapy as complementary boosts. This cycle of renewal is part of the full picture of your PRP hair restoration in Santa Monica.
Awards & Recognition
Mark Youssef, MD
