PRP Hair Treatment Cardiff
PRP is a non-surgical option for some men and women with thinning hair. It may improve hair density, but response varies and it does not suit every cause of hair loss.
- Package price: 3 PRP sessions for £495
- Suitability: confirmed after a clinical assessment
- Treatment course: normally 3–6 sessions
- Appointment time: approximately 45–90 minutes
- Recovery: minimal downtime
Dr Harpreet Kalra assesses the pattern of thinning and creates a treatment plan built around the areas where stronger density and growth are required.
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PRP Hair Treatment for Thinning Hair
Platelet-rich plasma therapy uses the healing and growth factors already present in your blood. A small blood sample is processed in a centrifuge, creating a concentrated plasma preparation that is injected through the areas affected by thinning.
PRP has been studied for male and female pattern hair loss. An assessment helps establish whether thinning follicles are still present and whether PRP, medication or another approach is appropriate.
PRP does not require incisions, stitches or donor-hair removal. Patients leave the clinic after treatment and return to their normal routine with minimal interruption.
It can be booked as a standalone course or combined with FUE, DHI or FUT surgery.
PRP Hair Treatment Results
How Does PRP Hair Treatment Work?
A small blood sample is taken from your arm and placed into a centrifuge. The spinning process separates the platelet-rich plasma from the red blood cells, leaving a concentrated preparation ready for treatment.
The blood sample is processed to prepare platelet-rich plasma for injection. Your consultation covers how treatment is carried out, its limitations and the response that will be monitored.
The prepared PRP is injected across the thinning area at carefully controlled depths. Placement matters: the depth, spacing and distribution determine how evenly the treatment reaches the follicles.
Preparation and Treatment Planning
Preparation and injection planning are both part of treatment. Dr Kalra assesses the thinning area and discusses the proposed course; a particular platelet concentration does not guarantee a visible result.
Who May Be Suitable for PRP?
PRP may be considered when thinning follicles are still present. Assessment covers the pattern and cause of hair loss, including crown thinning, a widening parting or reduced density across the scalp.
PRP may also be discussed alongside hair transplant surgery. Any proposed use after surgery should be explained individually; improved healing or reduced shedding cannot be promised.
PRP does not create new hair follicles in an established bald area. During consultation, Dr Kalra explains whether PRP, medication or a surgical assessment is appropriate.
PRP for Men and Women
Because PRP uses the patient’s own blood, the same treatment principle works across both male and female pattern hair loss. The injection plan is adjusted to match the pattern, density and size of the thinning area.
What Happens at a PRP Appointment?
Your appointment begins with a review of the areas being treated and progress photographs where required. A small blood sample is then taken from the arm and immediately processed inside the clinic.
Blood preparation: the sample is placed into the centrifuge, separating and concentrating the platelet-rich plasma. The prepared PRP is collected into sterile syringes for treatment.
Scalp treatment: injections are placed throughout the thinning area using a consistent pattern. The aim is complete coverage rather than concentrating the plasma into only a few points.
After treatment: the scalp is checked and you leave the clinic immediately. A complete appointment normally takes between 45 and 90 minutes, making PRP straightforward to fit around work and daily commitments.
How Many PRP Sessions Are Needed?
A proposed course may involve 3–6 treatments spaced 4–6 weeks apart. The number and timing of sessions should follow your assessment and the response to treatment.
The first three months: treatment response is monitored. Some people notice changes in shedding or hair appearance, while others see little benefit.
Between three and six months: repeat photographs can help assess changes in density and coverage. Visible improvement is not guaranteed.
After the initial course: your response is reviewed before further treatment is recommended. Maintenance appointments may be discussed, with their costs and likely benefit explained.
Reviewing Your Treatment Course
PRP is usually offered as a course with follow-up assessment. Review photographs and any side effects with your clinician before deciding whether to continue.
PRP Hair Treatment Cost in Cardiff
Three PRP sessions for £495
The package includes three complete appointments with blood collection, centrifuge processing, high-concentration PRP preparation and targeted scalp injections.
The £495 package covers three sessions. Your assessment should establish whether this course is suitable and explain the cost of any further appointments before you commit.
Patients who require a longer 4–6 session course receive a clear schedule based on the size of the treatment area and the response recorded during the initial appointments.
Book a PRP ConsultationWhat PRP Can Do for Thinning Hair
PRP may improve the density or thickness of existing hair in some people with pattern hair loss. It is not a cure, and the degree and duration of any benefit vary.
Scalp Injections Without Surgery
There are no scalp incisions, stitches or donor scars. Patients receive targeted treatment through the areas that need greater density and return to normal activities with minimal downtime.
Natural Growth Factors from Your Own Blood
Platelets contain growth factors involved in tissue repair. PRP is studied as a way of using these factors in hair-loss treatment, but this does not guarantee thicker growth for an individual patient.
Supported by Clinical Research
Research findings vary. A small placebo-controlled trial found improved hair density, while another randomised trial found no significant difference in density change between PRP and placebo. These results support a discussion of possible benefit and uncertainty.
Recovery After PRP Hair Treatment
PRP has minimal downtime. Most patients leave the clinic immediately and return to work or their normal routine on the same day.
The scalp can feel tender or tight around the injection points for the first 24–48 hours. Mild redness and pinpoint swelling settle quickly and there is no visible surgical scar.
Patients should avoid strenuous exercise, saunas, steam rooms and excessive heat for 48 hours. Hair should be washed gently according to the aftercare instructions provided at the clinic.
Follow-up is arranged according to your treatment plan and recovery. Contact the clinic if symptoms are persistent, worsening or concerning.
PRP with Hair Transplants and Medication
PRP may be discussed as one part of a hair-restoration plan. Your clinician can explain how it compares with medication and when a transplant assessment may be appropriate.
PRP after Hair Transplant Surgery
After FUE, DHI or FUT, any additional PRP treatment should be discussed with the treating clinician. It should not replace the prescribed aftercare programme or be presented as a guarantee against shedding.
PRP with Finasteride or Minoxidil
Medication and PRP may be considered for different reasons within a treatment plan. Suitability, side effects, ongoing costs and the evidence for combining treatments should be discussed. Read our hair-loss treatment guide.
Why Choose Hair Transplant Cardiff for PRP?
Before booking, ask who will assess you and perform the injections, what the course involves, how progress is reviewed and what follow-up is available.
PRP Preparation
Your blood sample is prepared for scalp injection using the clinic’s PRP equipment. The treatment plan should explain the preparation, injection process and limits of the expected benefit.
Doctor-Led Planning and Precise Treatment
Dr Kalra assesses the hair-loss pattern, marks the correct treatment area and plans the depth and distribution of the injections. That precision ensures the PRP reaches the follicles evenly across the complete area.
A Treatment Course Built Around Your Hair
Progress is recorded with repeat photography, allowing the number of sessions and maintenance schedule to follow the actual response rather than a generic one-size-fits-all package.
PRP Treatment with Dr Harpreet Kalra
Dr Harpreet Kalra is registered with the General Medical Council under GMC number 7126076 and assesses hair loss and discusses treatment options at Hair Transplant Cardiff.
His assessment covers the pattern of thinning, hair calibre, scalp health, family history and the amount of active hair remaining through the proposed treatment area.
Dr Kalra then plans the injection area, number of sessions and whether PRP should be combined with medication or hair transplant surgery. Progress photographs are used to track the response and plan maintenance treatment.
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PRP Hair Treatment FAQs
What is PRP hair treatment?
PRP uses concentrated platelets prepared from a sample of your own blood. The plasma is injected into thinning scalp areas. It may improve hair density in some people with pattern hair loss, but results vary.
How many PRP sessions do I need?
A course may involve 3–6 sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart. Your clinician should explain the proposed schedule and review your response before recommending maintenance treatment.
When will I see PRP results?
Response is assessed over several months using photographs and clinical review. Some patients see an improvement, while others see little benefit; there is no guaranteed timetable.
How much does PRP cost in Cardiff?
A package of three PRP sessions costs £495 and includes blood collection, centrifuge preparation and targeted scalp injections at each appointment.
Is PRP suitable for women?
Yes. PRP is used for female-pattern thinning, widening partings and diffuse loss where follicles remain active through the treatment area.
Does PRP hurt?
Patients feel brief discomfort during the injections and temporary scalp tenderness afterwards. Treatment requires no surgery, incisions or stitches.
Can PRP be used after a hair transplant?
PRP may be discussed after a hair transplant, but improved healing or reduced shedding cannot be promised. Follow the treating clinician’s aftercare advice.
