PRP and PRF for Hair in Melbourne
Nurse-delivered platelet rich plasma (PRP) and platelet rich fibrin (PRF) for the hair and scalp. Our clinic is in Campbellfield, and we see clients from Broadmeadows, Craigieburn, Coolaroo, Roxburgh Park and across Melbourne's north.
Who this is commonly explored by
PRP and PRF are commonly explored by people noticing thinning or reduced density. Suitability is assessed at a nurse-led consultation. Individual responses vary.
People often come to us after noticing one of the following. None of these is something we diagnose, and where a medical assessment is the right next step, we will say so.
- Increased shedding
- Gradually finer hair
- A widening part
- A changing hairline
- Reduced density in specific areas
- Changes noticed after pregnancy
- Scalp and follicle support in the months after a hair transplant, in consultation with the treating practitioner
- Being unsure whether PRP or PRF is more suitable
What PRP and PRF actually are
Both begin the same way. A small blood sample is drawn and spun in a centrifuge to concentrate the platelets and growth factors it already contains, which are then reintroduced to the scalp. Nothing synthetic is added.
PRP — Platelet Rich Plasma
Spun at a higher speed, producing a concentrated liquid plasma. Growth factors are released relatively quickly after the session.
PRF — Platelet Rich Fibrin
Spun more gently and without an anticoagulant, which allows a soft fibrin matrix to form. That matrix releases its growth factors more gradually over the following days.
Neither is better in the abstract. Which one suits you depends on your goals and what your nurse considers appropriate, and the two are sometimes combined across a course.
What a session involves
- A nurse reviews your health and hair history and examines the visible scalp.
- A small blood sample is drawn, as it would be for a routine blood test.
- The sample is spun in the centrifuge while you wait.
- The prepared PRP or PRF is injected into the scalp across the areas discussed with you.
- You can return to your usual activities the same day. Some tenderness or mild swelling can occur.
How treatment is structured
Treatment is commonly delivered as a course of sessions where appropriate, rather than relying on a single visit, usually followed by periodic maintenance. The number and frequency of sessions will depend on your goals and suitability, and your nurse will set that out with you before you commit to anything.
Your first visit is a complimentary consultation
A $50 refundable booking deposit is required to secure your appointment.
If you proceed with treatment, the deposit is credited toward it. If you attend and decide not to proceed, it is refunded. Late cancellation and non-attendance are subject to our cancellation policy.
Where it is clinically suitable, treatment can be done on the same day. There is no obligation to proceed.
Pricing
- PRP — from $180
- PRF — from $280
Pricing is confirmed at your consultation, once the approach has been discussed with you.
Suitability and safety
Because PRP and PRF use your own blood, the risk of an allergic reaction is low. Suitability is still assessed before any treatment, and some health conditions and medications mean it is not appropriate. Medical clearance may be required. Your nurse will go through this with you at consultation.
Looking for PRP or PRF for your face or skin?
Under-eye, cheek and mid-face, jawline and neck, and PRP or PRF combined with skin needling are covered on our dedicated page.
Not sure which treatment suits you?
Common questions
Both start with a small blood sample spun in a centrifuge. PRP is processed at a higher speed and releases its growth factors more quickly. PRF is spun more gently, with no anticoagulant, which produces a fibrin matrix that releases more gradually. Your nurse will discuss which is more suitable for you at consultation.
PRP and PRF are commonly explored by people noticing thinning or reduced density. Suitability is assessed at a nurse-led consultation. Individual responses vary, and this is not a treatment for a diagnosed condition.
It is commonly delivered as a course of sessions rather than a single visit, usually followed by periodic maintenance. The number and spacing depend on your goals and what your nurse considers suitable.
Most clients describe the scalp injections as brief and tolerable. Comfort options are discussed before your session.
Your first visit begins with a complimentary nurse-led consultation. We discuss what you have noticed, review relevant health and hair history, examine the visible scalp, and explain whether PRP, PRF, another option or further medical assessment may be appropriate. There is no obligation to proceed.
A $50 refundable booking deposit secures your appointment. If you proceed, it is credited toward your treatment. If you attend and decide not to proceed, it is refunded. Late cancellation and non-attendance are subject to our cancellation policy.
Because it uses your own blood, the risk of an allergic reaction is low. Suitability is assessed before treatment, and some health conditions or medications mean it is not appropriate. Your nurse will go through this with you.
Our clinic is in Campbellfield, and we see clients from Broadmeadows, Craigieburn, Coolaroo, Roxburgh Park and across Melbourne's north. All visits are by appointment.
My BioHealth services are delivered within nursing scope of practice. Individual results vary and are not guaranteed. This page is general information only and does not replace individual medical advice.