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PRP and PRF platelet therapy for skin and hair at DK Aesthetics Highland Park IL
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PRP & PRF in Highland Park

Rejuvenate with your own biology.

PRP and PRF harness the growth factors in your own blood to support skin renewal, brighten tired under-eyes and help restore thinning hair. 100% autologous, with minimal downtime.

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100 %
Autologous
From your own blood
3
Sessions (Typical)
~1 month apart
~7 days *
PRF GF Release
Slow, sustained*

What Is PRP & PRF?

PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) and PRF (Platelet-Rich Fibrin) are regenerative treatments made from a small sample of your own blood. After a quick draw, the blood is spun in a centrifuge to concentrate platelets and the growth factors they contain. This concentrate is then microneedled into or injected beneath the skin — or into the scalp — to support collagen production, skin renewal and hair restoration. PRF is a newer, additive-free version that forms a fibrin matrix for a slower, more sustained release. Both are autologous, so allergy risk is very low. Aesthetic and hair uses are considered off-label, and the evidence — strongest for hair — continues to grow.

Key Takeaways

  • Made from your own blood — autologous, with very low allergy risk.
  • Concentrated platelets & growth factors support skin and hair renewal.
  • PRF is additive-free with a slower, more sustained release than PRP.
  • Used for skin rejuvenation (often with microneedling), under-eyes and hair restoration.
  • Aesthetic/hair uses are off-label; evidence is growing — strongest for hair.
Sound Familiar?

Why Clients Consider It

A preference for natural options, dull or tired skin, and early hair thinning — these are the three reasons we hear most before clients try PRP & PRF.

  1. 01

    You Prefer Natural Options

    You'd rather not place synthetic products in your skin — you want a treatment that works with your own biology.

    100% autologous — your own blood
  2. 02

    Dull Skin & Tired Under-Eyes

    Your skin has lost its glow and the under-eye area looks tired, but you want a gentle, natural approach.

    Growth factors support skin renewal
  3. 03

    Early Hair Thinning

    You've noticed your hair thinning and want a non-surgical option to support fuller-looking growth.

    PRP is best-studied for hair density
How It Works

Your Blood, Concentrated

A simple draw, a spin, and a concentrate of your own growth factors put to work.

  1. 01

    Quick Blood Draw

    A small sample of your blood is drawn — just like a routine lab test.

  2. 02

    Centrifuge & Concentrate

    The sample is spun to separate and concentrate the platelets and growth factors (PRP or PRF).

  3. 03

    Targeted Application

    The concentrate is microneedled into the skin, injected (e.g., under-eyes) or placed into the scalp for hair.

  4. 04

    Natural Renewal

    Over the following weeks, growth factors support collagen, tissue and hair-follicle activity. A series builds results.

PRF differs from PRP in one key way: it's prepared without anticoagulants, forming a fibrin matrix that releases growth factors slowly — reported over several days rather than mostly within the first hour.

Clinical Evidence
100%
Autologous
Hair
Best-Studied Use*
~3
Sessions Typical
Off-Label
Aesthetic Use

Sources: PRF — basics of biological actions (PMC); PRP for androgenetic alopecia — systematic review & meta-analysis of RCTs (J Cutan Med Surg, 2023); PRP for hair density (An Bras Dermatol, 2024); PRP in aesthetic dermatology — current evidence (Cureus, 2024). Evidence is strongest for hair and still maturing for skin; uses are off-label.

PRP and PRF prepared from the patient's own blood at DK Aesthetics Highland Park IL
PRP vs PRF

Two Concentrates, One Source

Both come from your own blood. PRP is a liquid prepared with an anticoagulant that releases its growth factors quickly. PRF is spun gently with no additives, forming a soft fibrin matrix that holds more cells and releases growth factors slowly over several days. We choose the right one for your goal.

  • PRP — liquid, with a fast growth-factor release
  • PRF — additive-free fibrin matrix, slow release
  • Both are 100% autologous, with low allergy risk
PRP microneedling facial and hair restoration at DK Aesthetics Highland Park IL
What It Helps

For Skin and Hair

PRP and PRF support facial rejuvenation — often paired with microneedling for glow and texture — brighten tired under-eyes, and help restore thinning hair. The evidence base is strongest for hair density; for skin, studies are promising but still maturing, so we set realistic expectations.

  • Microneedling + PRP for skin glow & texture
  • Under-eye rejuvenation
  • Hair restoration — the best-studied use
The Benefits

Why Clients Choose PRP & PRF

A natural, autologous approach that works with your body's own biology.

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100% Autologous

From your own blood, so allergy and rejection risk is minimal.

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Natural Growth Factors

Harnesses your body's own healing and regenerative signals.

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Skin Renewal

Supports collagen, glow and texture — often paired with microneedling.

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Hair Support

Best-studied for improving density in thinning, pattern hair loss.

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Minimal Downtime

A quick draw and treatment, with little recovery afterward.

♢

Customizable

PRP or PRF, and skin or scalp — tailored to your goal.

100% AutologousFrom Your Own BloodPlatelet Growth FactorsPRP & PRFMicroneedling + PRPHair RestorationMinimal DowntimeSeries of ~3 SessionsHighland Park Med Spa5.0 Google Rating10+ Years Experience2,000+ Clients Treated
Real Results

Before & After

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PRF Under-Eye Filler — after result at DK Aesthetics, Highland Park IL PRF Under-Eye Filler — before, at DK Aesthetics, Highland Park IL
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PRF Under-Eye Filler
Regenerative filler made from your own platelets — softens the tear trough naturally
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about PRP & PRF at DK Aesthetics.

Both come from your own blood. PRP (platelet-rich plasma) is a liquid prepared with an anticoagulant and releases growth factors quickly. PRF (platelet-rich fibrin) is prepared without additives, forming a fibrin matrix that releases growth factors slowly over several days and contains more cells. We recommend the right one for your treatment.
The evidence is most promising for hair: multiple randomized trials and meta-analyses show PRP can increase hair density in androgenetic (pattern) hair loss. That said, study quality varies and protocols aren't fully standardized, so results differ between people. We'll tell you what to realistically expect.
PRP/PRF — often combined with microneedling — is used to support collagen, glow and texture. Studies report improvements, but the skin evidence is less robust than for hair and protocols vary, so we set realistic expectations. Many clients value the natural, autologous approach.
Yes — 'vampire facial' is the nickname for microneedling combined with PRP from your own blood, which is one of the ways we use it for the skin. The procedure itself is considered very safe when it's performed properly, but because it involves your blood, it must be done in a clean, professional setting with single-use needles and careful handling — exactly how we work. We're happy to walk you through our process at your consultation.
A typical plan is around three sessions spaced about a month apart, with maintenance every several months. Downtime is minimal — you may have temporary redness, swelling or pinpoint marks for a day or two.
PRP and PRF work gradually — your body needs time to respond to the growth factors — so most people begin to notice changes over a few weeks, with results continuing to develop over two to three months as new collagen forms. Results are not permanent: depending on the area and your individual factors, improvements often last several months to around a year, which is why we plan a series and periodic maintenance. We'll set clear, realistic expectations for your goal.
Because PRP/PRF is made from your own blood, allergy and rejection risks are very low. The centrifuge systems used to prepare it are FDA-cleared; the aesthetic and hair uses themselves are considered off-label, which is common and well-documented. We review your history at your consultation.
Because the treatment relies on healthy blood, it may not be suitable if you have certain blood or platelet disorders, take blood thinners, have an active infection in the area, or are pregnant or breastfeeding. Some chronic conditions also mean we'd want to evaluate carefully or coordinate with your physician first. The best way to know is a consultation, where we review your health history and let you know if it's right for you.
PRP and PRF treatments are $650 per session at DK Aesthetics in Highland Park — the same figure whether the plan is facial rejuvenation, the under-eye area or hair restoration. Because your own platelets work over weeks, these are planned as a short series rather than a single visit, so the session count is what shapes the total. We set that count with you at your consultation. Individual results vary.
They're different tools for different goals. PRP and PRF work with your own biology to support gradual, natural-looking renewal — the evidence is strongest for hair density and still maturing for skin — whereas a synthetic filler adds immediate volume and certain medications target hair loss directly. Many clients value the natural, autologous approach, and sometimes a combination is best. We'll walk you through a clear comparison so you can choose with confidence.

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Published May 24, 2026 · Last updated September 2, 2026

Sources & References

  1. Platelet-Rich Fibrin: Basics of Biological Actions and Protocol Modifications (PMC)
  2. PRP for Androgenetic Alopecia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of RCTs (J Cutan Med Surg, 2023)
  3. Is Autologous PRP Capable of Increasing Hair Density in Androgenetic Alopecia? (An Bras Dermatol, 2024)
  4. PRP in Aesthetic Dermatology: Current Evidence and Future Directions (Cureus, 2024)
  5. Platelet-Rich Plasma: A Word of Caution (FDA / 510(k) status) (PMC)

PRP and PRF are autologous treatments; the centrifuge systems used are FDA-cleared, while aesthetic and hair uses are off-label. Evidence is growing — strongest for hair density — but results vary and are not guaranteed. This page is educational, not medical advice; treatment follows a consultation.

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* PRF growth-factor release timing and clinical outcomes are based on published literature; evidence is strongest for hair density and still maturing for skin. Aesthetic and hair uses are off-label. Individual results vary and are not guaranteed.

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