While the name might be intimidating, a vampire facial is way less scary than it sounds. This treatment combines microchanneling or microneedling with PRP to promote youthful skin, improve skin tone, and enhance texture. 
## What is a Vampire Facial?
A vampire facial is actually a combination of two popular treatments: microchanneling and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy.
Microchanneling uses tiny needles to create very small punctures in the skin. It feels like tiny pinpricks, and the short needles only touch the top few layers of skin. The needles create micro injuries, then healthy skin around each prick activates to heal the area. This promotes elastin and collagen production for healthier skin.
PRP uses platelets and plasma from your blood to target skin issues. Platelets have a high concentration of growth factors, which can help tissue heal deeply, boost the turnover of cells, and reduce signs of aging.
## What Happens During a Vampire Facial?
The vampire facial is a three-step process. First is the initial blood draw, which is relatively painless. Your practitioner will draw a small vial of blood from your arm, then place it in a centrifuge. This spins at a high speed to separate platelets and plasma from the red blood cells. 

The second step is microchanneling. A numbing cream applied to your skin can reduce any discomfort and help you relax during the treatment. A small handheld device is used to puncture the skin, creating tiny micro channels.

The third step is to apply the PRP to the skin. The platelets and plasma are removed from the centrifuge and applied evenly across your face. The PRP will help manage skin issues and enhance your results. The PRP should remain on your face for the rest of the day so it can absorb into the skin. In the next few days, you may notice dry, red, skin. It may look like a light sunburn and be sensitive to the touch.
## Benefits of a Vampire Facial
A vampire facial can reduce the signs of aging and improve your skin tone. These are just some of the benefits of vampire facials:
Improved skin health - You’ll enjoy firmer skin with fewer fine lines. Your skin will also be brighter, with fewer dark spots or discoloration.
Requires almost no recovery time – Unlike a surgical procedure, a vampire facial has little recovery time. You may notice redness for a few days after treatment, but you can go back to your regular activities almost immediately.
High safety standards – Vampire facials use your own blood, so you’ll have no risk of an allergic reaction and reduced risk of infection.
Quick and easy – A vampire facial takes around 30 minutes, so you don’t have to book the day off for the treatment. 
## Microchanneling and PRP with Persimmon
A vampire facial is a great option if you want to improve the texture and tone of your skin. It also stimulates collagen, giving you healthy skin that smooths away the signs of aging. Persimmon offers at-home vampire facials, so you can experience the best cosmetic treatments in the comfort of your own home. Contact us today to learn more.

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