PRP (vampire facial)
Also known as: platelet-rich plasma, vampire facial, PRP therapy
Platelet-rich plasma separated from the client's own blood and injected into the skin to stimulate regeneration.
PRP, or platelet-rich plasma therapy, is a procedure offered at clinics holding a Terviseamet (Health Board) operating licence, in which the patient's own blood is drawn, centrifuged, and the separated platelet-rich plasma is injected back into the skin or scalp. PRP is used for facial rejuvenation, treating hair loss and softening scars.
How does PRP work?
The PRP procedure starts with drawing a venous blood sample — usually 10–20 ml. The blood is placed in a special centrifuge, where it separates into layers: red blood cells at the bottom, yellow plasma on top, and a layer of platelet-rich plasma in between. Platelets contain growth factors (PDGF, TGF-β, VEGF) that stimulate cell proliferation, collagen production and blood circulation.
The plasma is injected into the skin as micro-injections, or combined with microneedling (the "vampire facial"). A single session takes 60–90 minutes (including drawing the blood sample and centrifuging it), and a course is 3–4 sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart. The result develops over 8–12 weeks and usually lasts 12–18 months.
PRP in Estonia
At Estonian clinics, a facial PRP procedure typically costs €200–400 per session, and scalp PRP for hair treatment €250–450. A course (3 sessions) usually comes with a 15–20% discount. The procedure is carried out by a doctor or certified medical staff at a clinic holding a Terviseamet operating licence. Choose a quality centrifuge system (for example Arthrex, RegenLab) — cheaper systems may not concentrate platelets to a therapeutically sufficient level.
Frequently asked questions
What is PRP?
PRP, or platelet-rich plasma therapy, is a procedure in which platelet-rich plasma is separated from the patient's own blood and injected back into the skin. It stimulates collagen production and hair growth.
Is PRP safe in Estonia?
Yes — because it uses the patient's own blood, the risk of an allergic reaction is close to zero. The procedure is carried out by a doctor at a clinic holding a Terviseamet operating licence, under sterile conditions.
Where can I learn more about PRP?
Consult an aesthetic medicine doctor or dermatologist at an Estonian clinic, who will assess your goal (face, hair, scars) and put together a package. See also mesotherapy providers — many of them offer PRP as well.
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