What is PRF hair loss?
The groundbreaking PRF (Platelet-Rich Fibrin) treatment is the second generation to PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) treatment.
PRF is very similar to PRP, but the difference is that PRF does not use anticoagulants or chemicals, is much more effective with up to 10x more platelets and releases more growth hormones over time.
This means the thick, gel-like PRF substance continues to work to stimulate the hair follicles and hair growth long after the treatment is completed. PRP releases these hormones early on, whereas PRF steadily releases them, resulting in more effective and long-lasting results.
It is a non-surgical and minimally invasive procedure that not only stimulates hair growth, but also improves hair density and strength. It has become a promising solution for individuals of any gender experiencing hair thinning or loss.
How does PRF work for hair loss?
The PRF treatment begins the same as the PRP treatment. A small amount of blood is drawn from the patient, and once collected, undergoes a specialised centrifugation process. The centrifuge separates the platelets and growth factors from other blood components, resulting in a PRF solution that is incredibly rich in platelets and bioactive proteins essential for stimulating hair growth and reducing hair fallout.
What sets PRF apart from PRP is the absence of chemicals and anticoagulants.
This absence allows the plasma to form a platelet and white blood cell-rich fibrin scaffold when introduced into the treatment area. This fibrin clot provides better cell adhesion when binding platelets and growth factors, and gradually releases these growth factors over an extended period. This slow and sustained release of growth factors is key to PRF's efficacy over PRP, which has a much quicker release.
Additionally, contrasting to PRP, the blood in PRF treatment is cooled before it is placed in the centrifuge. This leads to a higher volume of PRF liquid—up to 20-50% more—available to be injected into the areas of hair loss or thinning. This ensures better coverage and support for hair rejuvenation in these targeted areas.
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