PRP Injections
PRP Injections in Chicago, IL
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy is one of the most natural and innovative treatments available in medical aesthetics. By concentrating the powerful growth factors found in your own blood and reintroducing them into targeted areas of the skin, PRP stimulates deep cellular renewal that improves skin quality, tone, and texture over time. At Therahaus Wellness Medspa in South Loop, Chicago, PRP is offered both as a standalone treatment and as a complement to other aesthetic services.
PRP is derived from a small sample of your own blood, which is processed in a centrifuge to isolate the platelet-rich plasma. Platelets are rich in growth factors that naturally signal tissue repair, collagen synthesis, and cellular regeneration. When injected into the skin, these growth factors accelerate the skin's renewal process, improving the appearance of fine lines, dullness, uneven texture, and early volume loss. PRP is also used for hair restoration, helping to awaken dormant follicles and support healthier, denser hair growth. Because the treatment uses your own biology, it carries minimal risk and produces beautifully natural results.
How PRP Injections Work
The PRP process begins with a simple blood draw, typically from the arm. The collected blood is placed into a centrifuge machine, which spins at high speed to separate the components of the blood by density. This process concentrates the platelets into the plasma layer, creating platelet-rich plasma with growth factor levels several times higher than what is found in normal blood. When this concentrated PRP is injected into the skin or scalp, the growth factors bind to receptors on nearby cells and activate pathways involved in healing, collagen production, and tissue regeneration. The result is a gradual but meaningful improvement in skin quality and, in the case of hair restoration, increased follicular activity.
A small amount of blood is drawn from your arm, just like a standard blood test. The process is quick and minimally uncomfortable.
Your blood sample is placed in a medical centrifuge and spun for several minutes to isolate and concentrate the platelet-rich plasma from the other blood components.
A topical numbing cream is applied to the treatment area, and we use advanced, virtually painless injection technology, called MicronJet, to keep the experience comfortable throughout. The concentrated PRP is then delivered precisely into the skin, scalp, or under-eye area depending on your treatment goals.
Over the following weeks, the growth factors stimulate collagen production, cellular turnover, and tissue repair. Results typically become noticeable at four to six weeks and continue improving over several months with a series of treatments.
Who Benefits Most from PRP Injections
PRP is an ideal treatment for patients who want a natural, biologically based approach to skin rejuvenation or hair restoration. It is suitable for a wide range of skin types and concerns and works well as both a primary treatment and a complement to other aesthetic services.
Ideal for patients who:
- Are concerned about fine lines, skin dullness, and uneven texture and want a natural solution
- Experience under-eye hollowing or dark circles that give a fatigued appearance
- Are noticing early hair thinning or shedding and want to support follicular health non-surgically
- Prefer treatments that use the body's own biology rather than synthetic or foreign substances
- Want to enhance and extend the results of other treatments like microneedling or laser therapy
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The Benefits of PRP Injections at Therahaus
PRP therapy stands out in the world of aesthetic medicine for its completely natural approach and multi-dimensional results. Whether you are focused on skin quality, under-eye rejuvenation, or hair health, PRP offers a safe and effective pathway to improvement.
Uses your own growth factors, making it one of the safest and most biocompatible treatments available.
Stimulates collagen and cellular renewal to improve skin texture, tone, and overall radiance naturally.
Addresses under-eye concerns including hollowing, crepiness, and discoloration for a more rested look.
Supports hair follicle activity and can reduce shedding while encouraging new growth over time.
Works well in combination with microneedling, laser, and filler treatments for enhanced results.
Progressive results mean improvements continue to develop and deepen over several months.
PRP Aftercare: What to Know
After your PRP treatment, the skin may appear red and feel slightly swollen or sensitive, similar to a mild sunburn. These responses are temporary and typically resolve within 24 to 48 hours. Because PRP relies on an active inflammatory response to trigger healing, it is important not to take anti-inflammatory medications immediately after treatment, as this can reduce the effectiveness of the growth factors. Results develop gradually, with most patients noticing improvement starting at four to six weeks and continuing to build over three to six months.
Any Questions?
PRP injections use platelet-rich plasma derived from your own blood, which is concentrated to contain high levels of growth factors that stimulate tissue repair and collagen production. When injected into the skin or scalp, these growth factors activate cellular renewal, improving skin quality, tone, and texture naturally.
PRP injections are one of the safest aesthetic treatments available because they use your own blood, eliminating the risk of allergic reaction or immune rejection. All sessions at Therahaus are performed using sterile, single-use equipment by trained providers who prioritize your safety at every step.
PRP injections are used to improve skin texture, tone, and radiance, address under-eye hollowing and discoloration, and support hair follicle health for patients experiencing thinning or shedding. The treatment is highly versatile and can be used as a standalone therapy or in combination with other services for enhanced results.
PRP injection results develop gradually, with most patients beginning to notice improvements in skin quality or reduced hair shedding within four to six weeks of their first session. The full benefit of a treatment series typically becomes visible at three to six months and continues to improve over time.
Yes, PRP injections work synergistically with microneedling, laser treatments, and exosome therapy to enhance and accelerate results. Your provider will recommend the most effective treatment combinations based on your specific skin or hair concerns and goals.
Most patients complete a series of three PRP injection sessions spaced four to six weeks apart for the best results, followed by maintenance treatments every six to twelve months. Results develop gradually, with the most noticeable improvements typically visible at the three to six month mark.
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A Full-Spectrum Wellness Experience
At Therahaus Wellness Medspa, you are in the hands of a team led by Dr. Angeline N. Beltsos, a double board-certified physician with decades of specialized expertise in women's health, hormone medicine, and medical aesthetics. Every treatment we offer, from injectables and laser therapies to wellness programs and specialty care, is delivered with the clinical precision and personalized attention that only comes from a team that genuinely invests in your outcomes. We are conveniently located on Michigan Avenue in the South Loop, Chicago, making expert aesthetic and wellness care accessible to patients across the city. When you walk through our doors, you are not just a patient, you are a person, and everything we do is built around helping you look, feel, and live your best.
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