Instructions After PRP
You did it! PRP is not easy, but it pays off. It is normal to experience pain and a sensation of swelling after the procedure — both get better with time.
Medically reviewed by Paolo Dib, MD, CEO and Medical Director ·
Give your scalp time to settle
First 6 hours
- No touching the scalp
- No ice packs
First 24 hours
- No washing or shampooing
- No workout or excessive sweating
First 48 hours
- No swimming or saunas
- Minimize sun exposure
- No ibuprofen (or any NSAIDs)
First 72 hours
- No coloring or straightening hair
- No smoking
- No Minoxidil or topical hair growth products
Your Aftercare Pack
What we sent you home with
Saline spray: Gently mist to rinse the skin without rubbing it
Tylenol pack: Safe to take 2 tabs every 6h as needed for pain
pH-neutral shampoo: Use for 1 week (or yours if sulfate-free)
After your visit
In the first 6 hours, don't touch the scalp or apply ice.In the first 24 hours, avoid washing and strenuous workouts.In the first 48 hours, avoid swimming, saunas, direct sun, and NSAIDs like ibuprofen.In the first 72 hours, hold off on hair coloring, smoking, and minoxidil.The full instruction sheet is on our website
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