Hair treatments at LÀVIÉL
I-PRF Hair Treatment
I-PRF (injectable platelet-rich fibrin) is prepared from your own blood and injected into the scalp to support the hair follicles.
£350 per session
Overview
A slow-release option for thinning hair
I-PRF is similar to PRP, but your blood is spun more gently so the sample keeps fibrin as well as platelets. The fibrin releases growth factors more slowly once it is in the scalp.
It is used for thinning hair and scalp health, usually as a course. Results build gradually and vary from person to person.
What it can help with
- Thinning hair
- Reduced density
- Scalp health
- Supporting other hair treatments
Treatment details
At a glance
Your treatment
What to expect
Consultation
We look at your hair, history and any possible causes of hair loss, and plan your course.
Blood sample
A small blood sample is taken and prepared in a centrifuge.
Treatment
Numbing cream can be applied, then the I-PRF is injected into the scalp.
Course & review
Sessions are usually about 4 weeks apart. We track your progress with photos.
Before you book
Please let us know if
- You are pregnant or breastfeeding
- You have a scalp infection, psoriasis or broken skin on the scalp
- You take blood-thinning medication or bruise easily
- You have a blood or platelet disorder (for PRP and I-PRF)
- You have an autoimmune condition or are having cancer treatment
Aftercare
After your treatment
- Avoid washing your hair for 12 to 24 hours
- Avoid hair dye, styling products and heat on the scalp for 48 hours
- Avoid alcohol, saunas and strenuous exercise for 24 hours
- Mild tenderness or swelling usually settles within 24 to 48 hours
- Book your next session before you leave to keep your course on track
Possible side effects
Tenderness, redness, mild swelling and small marks on the scalp are common and usually settle within a day or two. Some people have a mild headache afterwards.
Less commonly, there is a risk of infection or bruising. Hair loss has many causes, so we look at your history and may suggest seeing your GP for blood tests if something else could be involved. Results vary from person to person.
FAQs
Your questions answered
How is I-PRF different from PRP?
Both use your own blood. I-PRF is spun more gently and keeps fibrin, so growth factors are released more slowly.
How should I prepare?
Drink plenty of water and eat well in the days before treatment, and avoid alcohol for 24 hours beforehand.
Hair treatments at LÀVIÉL
Book I-PRF hair treatment
Book online, or start with a 30-minute consultation (£30, redeemed against your treatment) if you’d like advice first.