the lowdown on

PRF

 

THE most organic and natural form of filler to generate collagen and stem cells

Only Ingredient: YOU

 What if I told you we could create a completely natural filler out of nothing but your own self!?

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) and Platelet Rich Fibrin (PRF) are forms of regenerative medicine that’s been utilized in the medical field for YEARS and more recently to the aesthetic world. We can inject it pretty much anywhere to rejuvenate pretty much anything & we are Obsessed.

PRP and PRF are the liquid gold components that we can inject after we draw blood and put it through a fancy machine called a centrifuge. This machine spins the blood and separates it into organic injectable filler!

PRP has been around for ages, however PRF is the new and improved version of PRP. PRF is what we mostly utilize here at Sweet Tox due to its increase in platelets, plasma, stem cells, cytokines and growth factors in comparison to general PRP. 

The difference between PRP and PRF begins in how we prepare them (you can leave the logistics to us). Although PRP is still amazing, it can take more treatments to get our result, so PRF is always our #1. 

We can utilize PRP/PRF in SO many different ways: 

  • Improve fine lines

  • Stimulate hair growth in thinning hair

  • Improve uneven skin texture

  • Improve uneven skin tone

  • Diminish a dull complexion, leaving a youthful glow

  • Promote healing

  • Improve surgical scarring when used with microneedling

  • during thread procedure

  • Microchannelling facial

  • Breast rejuvenation

  • mixed with filler

 

What To Expect At Your Appointment

When you come in for a PRP/PRF appointment, we will take a small sample of your blood with a tiny butterfly needle. We then take this sample and put in our fancy spinner (centrifuge) for a couple of minutes. Depending on how much we are able to get, we can decide which areas we want to treat. We can utilize PRP/PRF as a special form of filler, so literally wherever we want to place filler, we can place PRP/PRF. We will discuss with you at your appointment the areas that you are most interested in treating so we can make sure we inject the highest priority first and if there is extra, place it wherever else we decide.

we tend to be quick when injecting PRF, since it can clot quicker than PRP. So if you see us hustlin’ that’s why!  If we want to do a facial/microneedling with any liquid gold, we are going to utilize PRP since we can keep it out longer.

So when will you see results? We talk in the rule of 3’s. PRF completely absorbs into the surrounding tissues within the first 3 days (meaning your results will be very subtle after the first couple days). Some see immediate improvement, some need a little more time and treatments. The healing process and new tissue formation occurs around 3 weeks. Ultimate Results usually take about 3 months, and usually we like to utilize about 3 treatments (1-2 months in between treats).

Results last differently in every person depending on the quality of their blood, but we have seen results lasting 8 months-year. Which is honestly freaking amazing for an all organic form of filler. We suggest touch ups as necessary (every 6 months-year) after your first initial set of treatments.

our Special Spinny Machine (Centrifuge) to turn the sample into liquid gold!

before your appointment

Take this seriously for best results!

  • 24 hours before:

    • lean meat or vegan diet

    • avoid sugar (fruit is ok, but don’t go cray)

    • stay hydrated! drink lots of water

    • limit caffeine to one beverage the day of your appointment

    • work out right before you come in! (increases your platelet levels)

    • Eat something 1-3 hours before your appointment to help with wooziness

  • 1 week before

    • avoid all blood thinning medications such as Advil, Aleve, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Motrin, Naprosyn, (all non-steroidal anti- inflammatory agents), Vitamin A, Vitamin E, Gingko Biloba, Garlic, Flax Oil, Cod Liver, Essential Fatty Acids (EPA, DHA) to help prevent bruising

      • DO NOT stop any prescribed blood thinners that are being used to treat any cardiac, neurologic, or vascular disease

  • Beneficial Supplements:

    • Cinnamon, Chromium, Berberine (lowers blood sugar)

    • NAD+/oral derivative Nicotinamide Riboside (mobilize stem cells)

    • Green Tea Extract, REsveratrol (antioxidants)

  • schedule procedure at least 2 weeks before a big event (you won’t see your results by then but just in case bruising is intense)

post appointment care

 

 Immediately following the procedure, the most commonly reported temporary side effects are redness, swelling, bruising, tenderness, tingling, numbness, lumpiness, and/or a feeling of pressure or fullness at the injection sites and/or in the treated area(s) for up to 7 days. If you experience any pain or discomfort you may take Tylenol or other Acetaminophen-containing products as directed.

DO NOT tRY AND ALLEVIATE THE SWELLING!!!!

The swelling is bringing all the stem cells to the area, so unfortunately the more swell the better result!

DO NOT: ice or take anti-inflammatory medications , NSAIDS, oral corticosteroids, turmeric, curcumin, omega 3 fish oil or steroid injections



Swelling after 12 hours

This is the worst my swelling got. I was treated under the eyes and in my right cheek and jawline.

THe Swell Started within the first hour after treatment and lasted for about 18-24 hours

Swelling after 24 hours

Not bad, right?



Maximize results:

  • Avoid intentional and direct sunlight for 24 hours. No tanning beds. Apply UVA/UVB sunscreen of SPF 30-50. Continue to use sunscreen until all redness is gone.

  • Avoid touching or scrubbing at the injection sites, we prefer you don’t wash your treatment area until the next day.

  • Avoid direct high heat (blow dryer, sun exposure, sauna, steam room, very hot shower, hot yoga, strenuous exercise, etc.) for 24 hours after treatment.

  • Makeup may be applied immediately after the treatment if desired. 


No Facials, Facial Massages, or Laser Treatments for 1 Week Afterward: Most facials, chemical peels, laser, and light treatments may be done immediately prior to the treatment but not for 1 week after the treatment.

Combination Therapy for Optimal Results:

  • PRP Therapy stimulates your skin to grow new, younger tissue however; it does not prevent muscle movement or resurface the skin. Most patients see best results when combining their PRP treatments with other anti-aging procedures such as BTX-A, Dermal Filler, Lasers, etc.

Follow up Appointment:

  • Most patients see improvement within 2-4 weeks with continued improvement for up to 12 weeks. If the desired level of correction has not been reached within 4-12 weeks then we recommend repeating the procedure at 4-12 week intervals until you achieve the result you desire. 

Maintenance Treatments:

  • The results of this treatment can last up to 2 years, but results vary and research documenting the longevity of results is ongoing. Maintenance treatments are recommended every 6-12 months. 

 

PRF/PRP Results

Under Eyes

PRF for under eyes is our new and improved GO TO. When it comes to the finicky and inconsistency of fillers under the eyes, PRF offers a safer, more natural, better for us way to utilize injectables in a high risk area.

All of us At Sweet Tox want what’s best for you in the long run, and utilizing our body to create the results whenever we can is only going to benefit us and our skin in the future.

My results are 3 months apart with plans to do a second treatment soon. I am thrilled with the amount of improvement with just one session. We also used the extra PRF in my cheeks to even out asymmetry and a little bit In my nasolabial folds (smile lines). We can put this amazingness anywhere so we will discuss where we want to focus your treatment at your appointment!

PS! We can mix PRP/PRF with fillers as well for an INSTANT gratification with a boost of collagen/stem cells ! There are literally SO MANY ways to come up with the perfect plan for yoU!

 

PRFacial

Yup you heard it here first!!! We are offering skin stamping facials and one of the BEST ingredients to your facial crafted cocktail is PRF!

ZERO Downtime and a fan favorite amongst the staff.

Things we can mix into your hand crafted facial:

  • Tox

  • filler

  • sculptra

  • prf/prp

  • skin boosters

This can be a great option for those who aren’t ready to take on injections or someone who’s wanting to add this onto their PRF treatment all together.

We are so excited for you to try our Aqua Gold stamper/micro channeling device ❤️