TLDR PRP helps heal wounds well, but its effectiveness for hair regrowth is less certain.
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is utilized in scalps for hair regrowth and wound healing, with robust clinical data supporting its effectiveness in wound healing both intra- and post-operatively. However, the evidence for using PRP specifically for hair regrowth is less comprehensive.
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September 2021 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” PRP treatments for hair loss need standard protocols to be reliable.
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September 2020 in “Experimental dermatology” PRP therapy for alopecia shows inconsistent results due to natural variability in growth factor secretion by platelets.
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November 2019 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Platelet-rich plasma is most effective for hair loss treatment and wound healing in skin surgery, but more research is needed for consistent results.
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February 2017 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” PRP treatment improves hair growth, and the device used can affect results, with some being more effective.
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July 2012 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Caucasian women's hair appears thickest in their 20s, with perceived thinning after mid-30s due to both decreasing density and diameter.
