PRP treatment for the skin in Munich

Over the years, the skin produces less collagen and fewer elastic fibres. It becomes thinner and drier and loses firmness; lines and wrinkles appear. Besides genetic disposition, sun, smoking, sleep, diet and stress play a role. In women, hormones come into it as well: as oestrogen levels fall during the menopause, the skin often changes noticeably. Prof. Schulte-Uebbing has also been studying hormonally active substances in cosmetics, perfume and fragrances for years. That is why our practice is nicotine-free and perfume-free. For us, good skincare starts with what you put on your skin every day.

When an injury occurs, platelets release growth factors that are involved in wound healing. PRP treatment for the skin is based on the idea of using this process in a targeted way. The plasma is injected into the skin. There, the growth factors are intended to stimulate the connective tissue cells to produce more collagen and elastic fibres. The aim is a finer skin texture, more moisture and a fresh, vital-looking complexion. Because PRP is made from the body's own components, it is often described as a natural method. Whether and how much your skin changes varies from person to person and cannot be predicted beforehand.

PRP is not a filler. Unlike hyaluronic acid, it does not make up for loss of volume and does not plump up deep wrinkles. Nor is it a surgical procedure: the skin is neither operated on nor tightened. PRP relies on slow remodelling processes in the skin. Possible changes can therefore be judged after weeks rather than days. If you want an immediately visible change, other methods are more likely to be suitable. If your skin is sagging, a consultation in plastic surgery may make sense. We will tell you that openly as well.

PRP has been used in aesthetic medicine for years. The studies on it are mostly small, and the preparation methods differ greatly. The results are therefore hard to compare and, overall, inconsistent. PRP is also often combined with other methods, such as microneedling – fine needle pricks that are meant to stimulate the skin further. This makes it harder to assess the individual component. For you, this means: PRP may be an option, but we do not promise a particular result. We will advise you honestly, even if another treatment suits you better.

Because the plasma comes from your own blood, intolerance to the material itself is rare. As with any injection, redness, swelling, a feeling of tightness and small bruises may occur. They usually subside after a few days. Please do not schedule important appointments directly after the treatment. Infections are rare; we therefore work under sterile conditions. If you are prone to cold sores, please tell us beforehand if the area around the mouth is to be treated. PRP is not suitable in cases of clotting disorders, acute skin inflammation, active cancer, or during pregnancy and breastfeeding.