Vampire Facelift®

A vampire facelift, also called a PRP facelift, is a non-surgical cosmetic procedure that combines platelet-rich plasma (PRP) from your own blood with dermal fillers to improve skin texture, volume, and overall facial appearance.

A provider draws a small amount of your blood, processes it in a centrifuge to isolate PRP, and injects the PRP into targeted areas of your face. Hyaluronic acid fillers are added to restore volume and contour and provide a scaffolding for growth factors from PRP that stimulate collagen and elastin production.

A vampire facelift may help improve:

• Fine lines and wrinkles
• Mild skin laxity
• Under-eye hollows
• Overall skin texture and glow

No. A vampire facelift uses PRP injections plus dermal fillers, while a vampire facial typically combines PRP with microneedling to improve the skin surface

Most appointments take about 1hour, including blood draw, processing, numbing, and injections.

Most providers apply a topical numbing cream beforehand. Patients usually report mild discomfort, pressure, or slight stinging during injections.

Downtime is generally minimal. Mild redness, swelling, bruising, tenderness, or itching may last a few days to a week. Many people return to normal activities within a day.

You may notice immediate plumping from fillers, while PRP-related improvements in texture and glow usually appear within 2–3 weeks.

Results commonly last about 12–18 months, though maintenance treatments may be recommended.

Healthy adults with mild to moderate signs of facial aging may be candidates. People with certain blood disorders, active infections, hepatitis C, HIV, or those taking blood thinners may not qualify.

Common side effects include:

• Swelling
• Bruising
• Redness
• Tenderness

Rare but serious risks include infection, allergic reactions to fillers, and accidental injection into a blood vessel.

They are generally considered safe when performed by a qualified, licensed medical professional using sterile equipment.

Providers commonly recommend:

• Avoiding blood thinners and NSAIDs before treatment
• Limiting sun exposure
• Staying hydrated
• Arriving with clean skin and no makeup

Aftercare often includes avoiding:

• Heavy exercise for 24–48 hours
• Excess sun exposure
• Makeup for the first day
• Touching or rubbing the treated area excessively

No. The effects gradually fade over time, so maintenance sessions are usually needed to sustain results.