PRP facial treatment in Islamabad, your own renewal
PRP uses a concentrated preparation of your own platelets to stimulate collagen, smooth texture and restore radiance. Because it comes from your own blood, there is no risk of rejection. Every treatment is assessed and performed personally by Dr Taskeen Iqbal, a PMDC-registered Skin and Aesthetic Physician in Bahria Town, Rawalpindi.
PRP facial treatment is a medical skin-rejuvenation procedure that uses a concentrated preparation of your own platelets to stimulate collagen, improve texture and restore radiance. A small blood sample is drawn from your arm, processed in a centrifuge to isolate the growth-factor-rich plasma, then delivered into your skin through micro-needling or fine injections.
Because the material comes entirely from your own blood, there is no risk of rejection, and no allergy to the plasma itself. The growth factors signal your skin cells to regenerate, produce new collagen and improve circulation in the treated area.
01 What PRP for the face can help
PRP addresses several common concerns at once, which is one reason it is so useful in practice:
- Acne scarring. PRP stimulates fibroblasts to build new collagen that gradually fills and smooths depressed scars.
- Dull, fatigued skin. Cellular renewal restores luminosity and a healthier glow.
- Texture. Many patients report noticeably smoother skin within four to six weeks of their first session.
- Fine lines and firmness. Collagen and elastin stimulation softens fine lines, particularly around the eyes and mouth.
- Uneven tone. Overall renewal helps reduce the look of mild pigmentation. Individual results vary.
02 Is PRP facial treatment right for you?
PRP suits a wide range of patients and skin types, including the deeper South Asian skin tones common in Islamabad and Rawalpindi. It is especially well suited to early to moderate acne scarring, dull or fatigued skin, early fine lines, under-eye concerns, or a general wish for better skin quality and glow.
It is not recommended if you have an active skin infection or inflammation in the treatment area, certain blood disorders, are taking high-dose blood thinners, are undergoing active cancer treatment, or are pregnant. Your full history is reviewed in consultation, and you will get an honest assessment of what treatment can realistically achieve.
03 What to expect during treatment
- Consultation. Your skin is assessed and your goals discussed, and PRP is confirmed as the right approach before anything begins.
- Blood draw. A small sample is taken from your arm under sterile conditions.
- Preparation. The sample is spun in a centrifuge to isolate the growth-factor-rich plasma.
- Application. The plasma is delivered into the skin by micro-needling, and fine injections for specific areas, with topical anaesthetic for comfort.
- Healing and renewal. The growth factors signal your cells to regenerate over the following weeks, with the effect building gradually.
04 Aftercare for the best results
- Apply broad-spectrum SPF daily and avoid direct sun for the first week
- Stay well hydrated and avoid alcohol for 48 hours
- Avoid active skincare such as retinol, AHAs and BHAs for the first week
- Attend follow-up sessions as advised, since results build over the course
Mild redness for around 24 hours is normal. You receive written aftercare instructions before you leave, and the clinic stays reachable on WhatsApp if any questions come up.
05 Why patients choose Dr Taskeen Iqbal
Dr Taskeen Iqbal is a Skin and Aesthetic Physician who performs every treatment at the clinic herself, with postgraduate training in aesthetic medicine. Her registrations and qualifications are set out in full here.
Every treatment follows established medical protocols with strict infection control and a plan built around your skin. Where another treatment would serve you better, you will be told so honestly.
06 What determines the cost of PRP for the face
PRP is quoted per course rather than per injection, because a single session is rarely the whole treatment. Four things move the figure:
- How many sessions your case needs. A typical starting course is four to six sessions about four weeks apart, then maintenance. Skin quality often responds inside three sessions; acne scarring takes longer.
- The area being treated, since under-eyes alone and the full face and neck are not the same amount of work.
- Whether PRP is combined with anything else, such as microneedling in the same visit, which is a common pairing for acne scarring.
- Maintenance, which is usually a single session every few months once the course is finished, not a repeat of the full course.
Your exact quote is confirmed in consultation, once the cause of the problem and the number of sessions you actually need are clear. If cost is the deciding factor it is worth knowing that PRP sits well below exosome therapy, and that being told honestly you are not a good candidate saves you the whole course.
Side effects and who should not have PRP
Common, temporary side effects
- Tenderness or soreness at the injection sites for a day or two
- Mild swelling and redness on the treated area
- Small bruises where the needle entered
- A mild headache after a facial session
- A feeling of tightness on the treated skin for a few hours
Rare, more serious effects
- Infection at an injection site
- Injury to a blood vessel or nerve
- No meaningful response to treatment
Who should not have PRP
PRP uses your own blood, so an allergic reaction to the injected material is very unlikely. The caution is about your blood itself and the state of the skin being treated. PRP is not suitable if you have a platelet or bleeding disorder, an active infection or active acne over the treatment area, or are taking anticoagulant medication. It is generally deferred during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and in active cancer. Tell the doctor about every medication and supplement you take, including aspirin and anti-inflammatories, because several of them affect platelet function.
Evidence for PRP in skin and hair is encouraging but not uniform. Systematic review work reports improvement in androgenetic alopecia broadly comparable to topical minoxidil, while noting that preparation methods vary between clinics and that more standardised trials are still needed [1]. You should expect an honest assessment of whether PRP is likely to help your case, including when it is not.
This page is general information, not a substitute for a medical consultation. PRP is a medical procedure; individual results and suitability vary and are assessed in person.
PRP for the face, frequently asked
PRP facial treatment uses a concentrated preparation of your own platelets to stimulate collagen, improve texture and restore radiance. Blood is drawn, spun in a centrifuge to isolate growth-factor-rich plasma, then delivered into the skin by micro-needling or fine injections.
Because the material comes from your own blood, there is no risk of rejection, and no allergy to the plasma itself. Most patients have mild redness for about a day. Your medical history is reviewed first to confirm PRP is suitable for you.
PRP works as a course rather than a single visit, and the right number is agreed in consultation. Many patients notice smoother skin within four to six weeks, with results building over the course.
Most patients have mild redness for around 24 hours and return to normal activities the same day.
Yes. PRP suits a wide range of patients and skin types, including the deeper South Asian tones common in Islamabad and Rawalpindi, because it uses your own plasma. Individual results vary.
PRP uses your own platelets. Exosome preparations are lab-derived and carry a more concentrated range of signals, which can give a stronger response. Dr Taskeen Iqbal will advise which suits your skin and goals.
Message the clinic on WhatsApp at +92 330 936 8682 or tap any book button on this page to arrange a consultation at the Bahria Town clinic.
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