Instructions Before PRP
A little prep ahead of time helps your body get the most out of PRP. Follow these steps in the week leading up to your visit.
Medically reviewed by Paolo Dib, MD, CEO and Medical Director ·
Set yourself up for the best result
1 week before
- No ibuprofen or NSAIDs (protects your platelets)
- No hair coloring within 4 days of your visit
Day before
- Stay well hydrated
- Minimize alcohol and avoid smoking
Night before
- No minoxidil or topical hair growth products
Day of
- Shampoo your hair — skip other styling products
- No minoxidil or hair growth products
- Hydrate; go easy on coffee and alcohol
Before your visit
In the week leading up to your appointment, avoid NSAIDs like ibuprofen so your platelets stay intact, and skip hair coloring for 4 days before. The day before, stay well-hydrated and minimize alcohol and smoking. The night before, hold off on minoxidil or any other topical hair-growth products. On the day of, shampoo your hair and skip other hair products, keep hydrating, and go easy on coffee and alcohol. The full instruction sheet is on our website
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