Vampire Facial

The Vampire Facial® is a skin rejuvenation treatment that combines the efficacy of platelet-rich plasmas (PRP) and microneedling. Microneedling is a minimally invasive treatment process that triggers your natural healing processes, and PRP can help enhance the achieved results.

PRP is a golden yellow substance. It is obtained from your blood, and it is unique to you. It is packed with growth factors, and it is capable of encouraging your body’s growth and healing processes.

Vampire Facial treatments are a safe and effective treatment option for most generally healthy adults with realistic goals and expectations. They offer a non-surgical alternative to more invasive procedures to reduce unwanted signs of aging. A consultation with our team in Bakersfield can help determine if this is the best treatment for you and your goals.

Most people are able to return to their normal daily activities following a Vampire Facial. There is no set downtime associated with treatment. However, it is important to pay close attention to your skin.

After treatment, skin may be sensitive and slightly red. It may appear slightly irritated, but the appearance should subside as your skin heals.

The treatment process is performed in the comfort of our California office. A Vampire Facial begins with the process of harvesting PRP. Although this may sound like a complicated or involved process, it is actually fairly simple! A member of our team will collect a sample of your blood just like traditional bloodwork.

This sample of blood is then spun at a rapid rate in a special centrifuge. The centrifuge isolates the plasma from the rest of your blood. This plasma – the PRP – is prepared for treatment.

The treatment experience continues with a traditional microneedling procedure. A device is used to create microchannels on your skin. The PRP is then massaged into your skin, encouraging your body’s natural healing and growth processes.

The entire process can take up to an hour and a half to complete.

This skin rejuvenation treatment can be used to address a variety of concerns and signs of aging, including:

• Acne scars
• Dull skin tone
• Scars
• Uneven skin texture
• Uneven skin tone
• Vertical lines or fine lines

The goal of treatment is to achieve a refreshed, youthful complexion.

Vampire Facial treatments have many advantages that can help you enjoy a younger-looking complexion. When you undergo the PRP and microneedling procedures, you can enjoy benefits such as:

• Collagen rejuvenation: Your body starts decreasing its natural collagen production as you get older, which can cause your skin to sag. When you receive a Vampire Facial, the PRP and microneedling processes help increase collagen formation.
• Moisture retention: With its collagen production stimulated, your skin starts retaining moisture better, which helps you have more plump and smooth skin.
• Skin firming: The procedure also helps promote skin cell regrowth, making your skin firmer and tighter as it heals. This occurs because PRP has natural healing properties that contribute to helping the micro-injuries you get from microneedling heal faster.

The increased collagen and resulting benefits from a Vampire Facial typically last between 12 and 18 months. To continue enjoying the results of these treatments, you can get them done once or twice a year. Some individuals prefer more sessions to maintain consistency, so they may get the procedure done up to four times per year.

While outcomes often vary for patients, you may see initial results after a few weeks and more noticeable results after six months. This treatment will help your face appear smoother and reduce the appearance of scars and fine lines. The number of Vampire Facial sessions you need depends on your desired final look.

Once your Vampire Facial treatment is complete, your face will be red, sensitive and potentially swollen for a few days as your skin heals from the microneedling procedure. As long as you follow the proper recovery steps, however, your face will likely clear up without any complications.

Ensure that you protect your skin while it’s healing by wearing proper sun protection and avoiding products with harsh chemicals during your skincare routine. You also shouldn’t rub or pick at your face because this can cause your face to take more time to recover.

In rare cases, some complications of these treatments include scarring, infection or introduction of blood-borne diseases, like hepatitis or HIV.