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PRP Beard restoration - Hair & Scalp
Beard Restoration - Regrow Density and Definition Naturally
From £225 per session
Patchy or uneven beard growth can stem from genetics, hormonal variation, traction, scarring, or inflammation.
At Dr Hans Clinics, we restore beard density through autologous regenerative medicine – using your own PRP or PRF to reactivate dormant follicles, improve micro-circulation, and strengthen existing growth without implants or medication.
This is a biological approach, designed to restore your natural beard pattern while preserving facial symmetry and movement.
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DIAGNOSIS & CONSULTATION
A detailed Trichology & Diagnostics review is performed before treatment to identify the underlying cause of patchiness:
● Androgen-related hypotrichosis (DHT sensitivity or hormonal imbalance)
● Alopecia areata barbae (autoimmune loss in beard zones)
● Post-surgical or post-acne scarring
● Traction or mechanical stress from shaving habits
● Nutritional / stress-related shedding
● Treatment is advised only when viable follicles are identified under trichoscopy.
● Androgen-related hypotrichosis (DHT sensitivity or hormonal imbalance)
● Alopecia areata barbae (autoimmune loss in beard zones)
● Post-surgical or post-acne scarring
● Traction or mechanical stress from shaving habits
● Nutritional / stress-related shedding
● Treatment is advised only when viable follicles are identified under trichoscopy.
AUTOLOGOUS TREATMENTS
PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma)
● Platelets release growth factors (PDGF, VEGF, IGF-1) that boost angiogenesis and dermal papilla activity, leading to stronger follicular anchorage and density improvement.
● Effective for early-stage patchiness and diffuse thinning.
PRF (Platelet-Rich Fibrin)
● PRF provides a fibrin scaffold that slowly releases platelets and cytokines over several days, ideal for inflammatory or scarring cases.
● The gradual release improves tissue remodelling and follicular reactivation.
● Platelets release growth factors (PDGF, VEGF, IGF-1) that boost angiogenesis and dermal papilla activity, leading to stronger follicular anchorage and density improvement.
● Effective for early-stage patchiness and diffuse thinning.
PRF (Platelet-Rich Fibrin)
● PRF provides a fibrin scaffold that slowly releases platelets and cytokines over several days, ideal for inflammatory or scarring cases.
● The gradual release improves tissue remodelling and follicular reactivation.
WHY PATIENTS CHOOSE DR HANS CLINICS
● Doctor-led, aseptic autologous protocols.
● CE-marked Rein PRP and T-Lab PRF tubes for safety and reproducibility.
● Quantificare 3-D imaging for measurable tracking.
● Realistic, evidence-based expectations – no false claims of “instant beard growth.”
● CE-marked Rein PRP and T-Lab PRF tubes for safety and reproducibility.
● Quantificare 3-D imaging for measurable tracking.
● Realistic, evidence-based expectations – no false claims of “instant beard growth.”
TREATMENT PLAN & TECHNIQUE
● Course : 3 sessions every 4 – 6 weeks → review at 3 months.
● Anaesthesia : Distraction techniques and local analgesia or anaesthetic if needed.
● Duration : 30 – 40 minutes including preparation. .
● Technique : Micro-injections 1 cm apart across patchy areas + microneedling/dermatsamping
● Maintenance : Annual booster if desired.
● Anaesthesia : Distraction techniques and local analgesia or anaesthetic if needed.
● Duration : 30 – 40 minutes including preparation. .
● Technique : Micro-injections 1 cm apart across patchy areas + microneedling/dermatsamping
● Maintenance : Annual booster if desired.
AFTERCARE
● No washing, shaving, or touching area for 24 h.
● Avoid gym, steam, or alcohol for 24 h.
● No beard oils or products for 48 h.
● Apply SPF 50 if sun-exposed.
● Avoid gym, steam, or alcohol for 24 h.
● No beard oils or products for 48 h.
● Apply SPF 50 if sun-exposed.
SAFETY & EVIDENCE SUMMARY
● PRP and PRF are autologous, CE-marked, low-risk treatments.
● Common side-effects: mild swelling or tenderness (< 48 h).
● Contraindications: active infection, autoimmune flare, anaemia, or recent isotretinoin.
● Common side-effects: mild swelling or tenderness (< 48 h).
● Contraindications: active infection, autoimmune flare, anaemia, or recent isotretinoin.
DISCLAIMER
● Results vary between individuals and cannot be guaranteed; outcomes depend on diagnosis, follicular viability, and biological response.
TIMELINE OF RESULTS
| Phase | Visible Change |
|---|---|
|
2 – 4 weeks |
Reduced shedding, improved skin texture |
|
8 – 12 weeks |
Noticeable thickening, new vellus → terminal conversion |
|
3–6 months |
Peak density and line definition |
WHAT TO EXPECT
| Condition | Mechanism | Key Evidence |
|---|---|---|
|
Androgenetic Hypotrichosis |
Vascular and fibroblast activation |
Singh et al., J Cutan Aesthet Surg 2019 -improved beard thickness after 3 sessions PRP |
|
Alopecia Areata Barbae |
Immunomodulation via TGF-β and IL-1 balance |
Trink A et al., Br J Dermatol 2013 |
|
Post-Trauma / Scar Repair |
ECM remodelling and neovascularisation |
Giordano S et al., PRS Glob Open 2018 |
|
Stress / Nutritional Loss |
Enhanced follicular metabolism |
Alves R et al., Int J Trichology 2022 |
Pricing
Includes sterile consumables and review. Consultation required before treatment.
PRP vs PRF – What’s the Difference?
Both PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) and PRF (Platelet-Rich Fibrin) are autologous (from your own blood) and aim to deliver platelets, growth factors, and regenerative cells into the skin or scalp.
PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma)
- Prepared with anticoagulant and higher centrifuge speeds.
- Produces a clear plasma with concentrated platelets.
- Growth factors are released rapidly after injection.
- Evidence: widely studied in skin and hair; reviews show modest but reproducible improvements in texture, fine lines, and hair density in suitable patients.
PRF (Platelet-Rich Fibrin)
- No anticoagulant; spun at lower speeds.
- Forms a fibrin matrix that traps platelets, leukocytes, and circulating stem-cell-like cells.
- Growth factors are released more slowly and over a longer period.
- Evidence: early studies suggest PRF may provide a more sustained regenerative effect compared with PRP, but long-term head-to-head trials are still limited.
Which is better?
- Current evidence suggests PRP remains the most established with the largest body of clinical research, especially for skin and hair.
- PRF is emerging and biologically plausible for sustained release, but published human studies are fewer and results vary.
- Choice depends on your treatment goals, tissue quality, and clinician recommendation – both are offered at the same price in our clinic.