PRP in Bloor West Village
Platelet-rich plasma uses a small sample of your own blood, spun down and applied to the skin or scalp. Some people choose it for tired-looking under-eyes, dull-looking skin or thinner-looking hair.
Your own plasma, prepared on site
Simple pricing
Many clients choose a package of three sessions, spaced about a month apart. Prices are before HST and match our booking page.
From draw to glow
Good to know
Who it suits
PRP suits people who like the idea of using their own plasma and are fine with gradual, modest change over a series of sessions. It’s often chosen for dull-looking skin, the under-eye area and the scalp, though the under-eye area is assessed at a consult and not everyone is a candidate.
It isn’t the right fit if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, take blood thinners or have a blood disorder. If you want a quick change before an event, we’ll suggest something else.
Before your visit
Eat a good meal and drink plenty of water the day before and the morning of. Avoid alcohol for 24 hours, and talk to your doctor before stopping any prescribed medication.
Come with a clean face or freshly washed hair, depending on the area. We start with a skin check and your health history before anything else.
The first two weeks
Redness, swelling and tenderness are common for a day or two, and you may have a bruise where the blood was drawn. Keep the area clean, skip makeup for 24 hours and wear SPF daily.
Change, if you see it, tends to be gradual and often needs the full series, so we book check-ins between sessions. Results vary from person to person.
Risks, plainly
Common side effects are bruising at the blood draw site, plus swelling, redness and tenderness where the plasma was applied. Some people feel light-headed during the draw. Rarely, infection can occur, so call us if you notice increasing redness, warmth, pus or a fever.
Any injection into the face also carries a very small chance of blocking a blood vessel. Warning signs are severe or increasing pain, skin turning pale, dusky or blotchy, or vision changes. Call 416 537 3333 right away, or go to the nearest emergency department if you can’t reach us. Your nurse reviews all risks at your consult.
About PRP
How many PRP sessions will I need?
Most clients book a series of three, about four weeks apart, then maintain once or twice a year. Your nurse will suggest a plan.
Does PRP hurt?
We use numbing cream, and most clients find it very manageable. Expect some redness for a day or two.
Is PRP good for hair?
Some people try PRP on the scalp when hair looks thinner. It isn’t a regrowth treatment, results vary, and a series is usually needed.
What is the difference between PRP and Acorn secretome?
PRP uses fresh plasma at each visit. Acorn banks your own cells to create a personalized secretome for future treatments. Learn about Acorn.
How much is PRP in Toronto?
At SSKN Firm, PRP is $400 per session or $1,050 for a package of three. See our booking page.
Who shouldn’t have PRP?
PRP isn’t for you if you have a blood or platelet disorder, take blood thinners, have an active infection or skin flare in the area, or are pregnant or breastfeeding. Some other health conditions rule it out too. We go through your full health history at the consult, and sometimes the honest answer is no.
Should I eat before my appointment?
Yes, please. Have a proper meal and drink plenty of water the day before and the morning of, because it makes the blood draw easier and you’re less likely to feel light-headed. Skip alcohol for 24 hours beforehand.
Will I bruise?
You might, in two places: the inside of your arm where we draw blood, and the area we work on, especially with injections. Bruises usually settle within a week or so. If you have something important coming up, leave at least two weeks.
How much downtime is there?
Expect redness, puffiness and some tenderness for a day or two, a little longer under the eyes. Most people carry on with their day, though you’ll want to skip makeup for 24 hours and avoid workouts, saunas and alcohol that day.
How is the plasma prepared?
We draw a small amount of blood from your arm, much like a routine blood test. It goes into a centrifuge here at the clinic, which spins it to separate the plasma from the red blood cells. The plasma is then applied to your skin or scalp in the same visit.
Does PRP actually work?
Honestly, it varies. Research on PRP for skin and hair is still developing, and some people notice more change than others. We’ll give you a realistic picture at your consult rather than promise something we can’t.
Can PRP be combined with microneedling?
Yes, that’s a common way to do it. Microneedling makes tiny channels in the skin, and the plasma is applied during the same session. Your nurse will suggest injections, microneedling or both, depending on the area and your skin.
Can I wash my hair after a scalp session?
Wait until the next day before washing your hair or using styling products, so your scalp has time to settle. Skip tight hats, hot showers and heavy workouts for 24 hours.
Where are you and when are you open?
We’re open Tuesday to Saturday at 2310 Bloor St W in Bloor West Village, about a two-minute walk from Runnymede station. We ask for a $50 deposit when you book, credited to your appointment. Book at phorest.com/salon/ssknfirm or call 416 537 3333.