PRP Treatment in Seoul: Skin Rejuvenation and Hair Support
The short answer
PRP treatment concentrates growth-factor-rich platelets from a small sample of your own blood and injects them into the skin or scalp to support repair and regeneration. In Seoul a session typically costs ₩200,000–₩600,000, takes 45–60 minutes including preparation, and causes one to three days of redness or swelling. Most plans involve three sessions about four weeks apart.
Key facts
- What it is: platelet-rich plasma from your own blood
- Uses: skin quality, under-eye texture, acne scars, thinning hair
- Session time: 45–60 minutes including blood draw and processing
- Downtime: 1–3 days of redness, swelling or small bruises
- Sessions: usually 3, about four weeks apart, then maintenance
- Typical Seoul price: ₩200,000–₩600,000 per session
How PRP works
Platelets are best known for blood clotting, but they also release growth factors that signal tissue repair. For PRP, a small amount of your blood is drawn and spun in a centrifuge to separate a concentrated layer of platelets in plasma. This is then injected into the skin or scalp, or applied after microneedling.
Because PRP comes from your own blood, allergic reactions are very unlikely. Results depend on your own healing response, so they vary from person to person.
What PRP is used for
| Area | Goal | Typical method |
|---|---|---|
| Face | Glow, texture, fine lines | Micro-injections or microneedling |
| Under eyes | Crepey skin, mild dark circles | Fine injections |
| Acne scars | Support collagen remodelling | With microneedling or laser |
| Scalp | Thinning hair | Injections across thinning areas |
For specific uses, see PRP skin rejuvenation, PRP for hair and microneedling with PRP.
What a session is like
- Blood draw: a small sample from the arm, similar to a routine blood test
- Processing: 10–20 minutes in a centrifuge while numbing cream works
- Treatment: injection or microneedling, 15–30 minutes
Facial injections sting briefly. Scalp injections can be more uncomfortable, and some clinics use vibration or nerve blocks.
Recovery
Facial PRP causes small bumps, redness and possible bruising for one to three days. Scalp PRP may leave tenderness and mild swelling for a day. Avoid washing the scalp for several hours, and skip intense exercise, saunas and alcohol for a day.
Results
Skin often looks fresher within a couple of weeks, with texture improving over two to three months. For hair, reduced shedding and improved thickness typically appear after three sessions and several months. PRP works best as part of a plan; for hair loss, it is usually combined with medication. Our PRP hair loss guide explains this in more detail.
Who should be cautious
PRP may not suit people with blood disorders, low platelet counts, active infection, cancer under treatment or those taking blood thinners. Avoid anti-inflammatory painkillers for a few days before and after if your doctor agrees, as they may affect platelet function.
Planning as a visitor
Each session fits easily into a trip, but the standard course is three sessions about four weeks apart. If you only have one visit, ask whether a single session combined with microneedling or exosomes makes sense, and plan follow-up sessions at home or on your next trip. Flying is fine after treatment.
Questions to ask
- Which PRP system and how much blood is drawn?
- Is the PRP injected, applied with microneedling, or both?
- How many sessions do you recommend for my goal?
This guide is for general information and is not medical advice. Prices are typical ranges reported by Gangnam clinics in 2026 and vary by clinic, doctor and treatment plan; confirm directly with the clinic.
Patient questions
Frequently asked questions
Is PRP safe?
Because it uses your own blood, PRP is generally well tolerated. Bruising and swelling are the most common side effects.
How many PRP sessions do I need?
Usually three sessions about four weeks apart, then maintenance every six to twelve months.
Does PRP work for hair loss?
It can reduce shedding and improve thickness for some people, especially alongside medication.
Is PRP painful?
Facial PRP stings briefly with numbing. Scalp PRP is more uncomfortable, but clinics use methods to reduce pain.
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