1 citations,
January 2023 in “PubMed” PRP might help with hair growth, but the evidence is weak.
January 2023 in “Skin appendage disorders” Minoxidil, platelet-rich plasma, and microneedling all help with pattern hair loss, but their effectiveness varies.
December 2022 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” PRP is an effective and safe treatment for hair loss.
3 citations,
September 2022 in “Cureus” Platelet-rich plasma shows promise for treating various female reproductive health issues but requires more research.
7 citations,
February 2022 in “Frontiers in Medicine” Using microneedling with platelet-rich plasma is more effective and just as safe as microneedling alone for treating acne scars.
January 2022 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Placebo effects vary in hair loss trials, with split-scalp trials showing higher hair density after 6 months compared to whole-head trials.
60 citations,
December 2021 in “Cytokine & growth factor reviews” PRP therapy shows promise in healing and tissue repair across various medical fields but needs more research for standardization and optimization.
3 citations,
November 2021 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Platelet-Rich Plasma may improve skin health and reduce wrinkles, but more research is needed for standard treatment guidelines.
31 citations,
January 2019 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy can promote hair growth and improve facial aesthetics, including reducing acne scars and facial burns, and it works best with three initial monthly injections.
60 citations,
September 2016 in “Dermatologic Surgery” PRP treatment may stimulate hair growth by promoting blood vessel formation, increasing growth factors, and preventing cell death.
57 citations,
May 2016 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” PRP therapy may effectively treat hair loss, but more research needed.
214 citations,
September 2015 in “Stem Cells Translational Medicine” Platelet-rich plasma injections significantly improved hair regrowth and thickness in patients with hair loss.
205 citations,
April 2013 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Platelet-rich plasma treatment significantly increased hair regrowth and decreased discomfort in alopecia patients, making it a potentially better and safer treatment option.
270 citations,
March 2012 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Platelet-rich plasma can potentially promote hair growth by stimulating cell growth and increasing certain proteins.