PRP at a glance
- Session30 to 45 min
- AnaesthesiaNumbing cream
- Social downtimeNone
- Protocol3 sessions 1 month apart
- ResultGradual, 1 to 3 months
- Price€300 per session
PRP (platelet-rich plasma) is prepared from a small sample of your blood: after centrifugation, the platelet-concentrated plasma is injected into the skin or scalp. The growth factors it contains stimulate collagen production and tissue regeneration. It can improve skin quality, dark circles under the eyes and early hair loss. As it is made from your own blood, it does not cause allergies. The session lasts 30 to 45 minutes at the Cannes practice, with no social downtime; the result is gradual, after a series of sessions.
Price: €300 per session; free consultation.
Who is it for?
PRP is for women and men who want to:
- revitalise the skin of the face, neck, décolleté or hands: dull complexion, thin skin, fine lines;
- reduce pigmented dark circles or thin skin under the eyes;
- slow early hair loss of hormonal origin (androgenetic alopecia), in women as well as men;
- improve acne scars, combined with microneedling.
PRP does not create volume: for a hollow or a marked wrinkle, hyaluronic acid fillers are more suitable.
How does PRP work?
Blood platelets contain growth factors, which play a natural role in healing. Concentrated and then injected into the skin, they activate fibroblasts, the cells that make collagen and elastin, and promote microcirculation. On the scalp, they stimulate weakened hair follicles.
PRP, skin booster or mesolift?
| PRP | Skin booster | Mesolift | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product | Plasma from your own blood, rich in platelets | Free hyaluronic acid, lightly or non-cross-linked | Free hyaluronic acid, vitamins, trace elements |
| Action | Stimulates regeneration (growth factors) | Hydrates and firms | Nourishes and hydrates |
| Hair | Yes | No | No |
| Frequency | 3 sessions 1 month apart, then maintenance | 2 sessions 6 weeks apart | 3 to 4 sessions a year |
| Price | €300 per session | From €300 per session | €130 per session |
All three can be combined in a skin treatment plan.
Which areas can be treated?
The face (including the eye area), neck, décolleté, the backs of the hands and the scalp.
All areas
In blue-green, the areas PRP can treat; the backs of the hands too. Tap an area to show it on its own.
What happens during a PRP session?
- ConsultationAt the practice, 101 rue d’Antibes, Cannes: examination of the skin or scalp, check for contraindications, choice of protocol.
- Blood sampleAt the practice, a few tubes.
- CentrifugationThe blood is separated and the platelet-rich plasma is collected.
- InjectionAfter a numbing cream, with a fine needle or a cannula, or applied during microneedling. The session lasts 30 to 45 minutes in total.
- Follow-up sessionsAccording to the protocol.
How many sessions are needed?
- Skin: 3 sessions 1 month apart, then 1 to 2 maintenance sessions a year;
- hair: 3 to 4 sessions 1 month apart, then one session every 3 to 6 months.
The result is gradual: it appears within 1 to 3 months and lasts from 6 months to 1 year depending on the indication.
What is the recovery like?
- Social life: back to normal immediately.
- Injection points: small bumps (papules) and redness for a few hours; bruising possible, especially around the eyes.
- Aftercare: no make-up for 12 to 24 hours; on the scalp, no shampoo on the day of the session.
Where will you be?
14 days after the session
What are the risks?
As PRP is prepared from your own blood, there is no risk of allergy or rejection. The side effects are mainly bruising, swelling and temporary tenderness; more rarely, an infection at the injection site. Results vary from one person to another.
Contraindications: platelet or clotting disorders, anticoagulant treatment, anaemia, active infection or cancer, pregnancy and breastfeeding; anti-inflammatory medicines should be stopped a few days before the session.
Choosing a qualified, experienced and reputable surgeon reduces these risks, and can even eliminate some of them.
Dr Médard de Chardon’s experience
- Qualified plastic surgeon in plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery; university diploma (DU) in injection and filler techniques (Université Paris VIII).
- In practice in Cannes since 2011; member of SOFCEP (French Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery), SOFCPRE (French Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery) and ISAPS (International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery).
- He combines PRP with other skin treatments (microneedling, skin boosters, mesolift) in a personalised plan.
How much does a PRP session cost in Cannes?
€300 per session
The consultation is free. Aesthetic PRP is not reimbursed by French national health insurance (Assurance Maladie).
Book an appointment: +33 (0)4 93 68 86 68 or Doctolib.
Frequently asked questions about PRP
What is PRP?
Platelet-rich plasma: part of your blood, concentrated in platelets by centrifugation, then injected into the skin or scalp to stimulate their regeneration.
Does PRP work for hair loss?
It can slow early hair loss of hormonal origin and thicken weakened hair; it does not regrow hair on an area that has been bald for a long time.
How many PRP sessions are needed?
Usually 3 sessions 1 month apart, then maintenance; more for hair.
Is there a risk of allergy with PRP?
No: PRP is prepared from your own blood.
What is a “vampire facial”?
It is the name given to the combination of microneedling and PRP applied to the skin during the session.
Can you go straight back to your usual activities after a PRP session?
Yes. The small marks from the injection points disappear within a few hours; bruising is possible.
How much does a PRP session cost in Cannes?
€300 per session; the consultation is free.