PRP hair loss treatment at CoLaz clinics

PRP stands for platelet-rich plasma. A small blood sample is taken from your arm in the same way as a routine blood test, then spun in a centrifuge for about ten minutes to separate the components. The platelet-rich plasma fraction, which contains a high concentration of growth factors involved in tissue repair and follicle activity, is then drawn into a syringe and injected across the thinning areas of the scalp using a fine needle. The growth factors stimulate dormant or weakened hair follicles, improve local blood supply and extend the active growth phase of the hair cycle. Because the plasma comes from your own blood, there is no risk of allergic reaction to the product itself.

The PRP is injected using one of two devices depending on the clinician. Therapists at CoLaz use the Vital Injector, a hand-held device that delivers a precise dose at a controlled depth across a grid of injection points. Doctors and nurses at CoLaz use the M8 Gun, a slightly different motorised injector with a higher injection rate per minute. Both devices give a consistent, even distribution of the platelet-rich plasma across the treatment area. The choice of device is matched to the practitioner delivering your treatment and the size of the area being treated, and is confirmed at your free consultation.

A typical starting course is three sessions spaced one month apart. Most patients then move to a single maintenance session every four to six months to keep the result steady. The exact protocol is matched to the stage of hair loss at your free consultation: earlier-stage thinning often responds well to the standard three-session course, more advanced thinning may benefit from a longer initial course before the maintenance schedule begins. The full course price is confirmed in writing before the first session is booked.

The earliest noticeable change is usually a reduction in daily hair shedding, often visible from week four to six. Improved thickness and density of existing hair follows over weeks eight to twelve as the new growth cycle takes hold. New baby hairs in previously thinning areas typically become visible from month three onwards. Photographs taken at the start of the course are reviewed at each session so progress is tracked objectively, and the maintenance schedule is agreed once the initial course is complete. PRP works best when started early, before follicles have been dormant for a long time.

The scalp is a sensitive area and the injections are felt as a quick pinch at each point. Most patients describe the sensation as uncomfortable rather than painful, and we use a small amount of topical anaesthetic for patients who prefer a more comfortable session. Immediately after, the scalp may feel tender, warm and look mildly pink for a few hours. There is no functional downtime and most patients return to work or normal life straight away. The only restrictions are practical: no shampoo, hair dye or pool swimming for the times stated in the aftercare.

We do not treat patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding, who have an active scalp infection, eczema flare or psoriasis flare in the treatment area, who have a bleeding or platelet disorder, who are on certain blood-thinning medications, who have a history of significant immune-related conditions, or who have certain cancers (current or recent). PRP is not a cure for hair loss caused by a fully scarred follicle or by genetic late-stage baldness; it works best on early to mid-stage thinning where follicles are still present but weakened. Suitability and realistic outcome are always confirmed at a detailed free consultation before any treatment is booked.

Pricing is matched to the stage of hair loss. Women Stage 1 or Male Stage 1 is £350 per single session, with a course of three at £840. Stage 2 is £450 per single session, with a course of three at £1,080. Stage 3 is £550 per single session, with a course of three at £1,320. Male Stage 4 is £650 per single session, with a course of three at £1,500. The consultation fee is £50 with a therapist or £100 with a doctor or nurse, redeemable in full against any treatment you book. The full course price is confirmed in writing before the first session, with no upsells in the chair and no hidden charges.