What is a Vampire Facial Good For?

They say beauty is pain, but how about bloody? One of the most fascinating treatments in the skincare market today is the Vampire Facial , which uses your own blood for the treatment. The procedure was first made popular by Kim Kardashian in 2013  when she posted a selfie of herself during her session and needless to say, the curiosity and trendiness of it hasn’t disappeared ever since. 

To help demystify the process of this treatment and help you understand exactly what it involves, here’s everything you need to know about the Vampire Facial. 

What Is A Vampire Facial?

The Vampire Facial combines Microneedling and Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) for this innovative treatment. It involves taking samples if your blood and then extracting the plasma from your sample through a centrifuge. Once that’s done, the plasma is reinjecting  back into your face through microneedling. Because of the delicate nature of this treatment, it's always performed by a registered nurse. 

The secret ingredient to this procedure is the plasma itself, which is rich in platelets which is known to stimulate collagen production and encourage healthy cell activity. When its injected into the face, it tricks the body into thinking there has been an injury, which puts the body into repair mode in order to repair and rejuvenate the skin again. The results? Younger, youthful looking skin and improved texture. 

In order to make the session as comfortable as possible, a numbing cream is applied to the face prior to treatment. This helps make the process relatively painless with the exception of a few sensitive areas like the lips. 

What Results Can I Expect?

Clients can see noticeable results almost immediately after their treatment. With that said, you won’t be able to see the full results until about two to six weeks following the treatment. In addition to that, in order to see the results you absolutely desire, purchasing treatment packages are highly recommended. In the best case scenario, clients report the effects of a mini facelift without the fuss of having to go under the knife. The best part? The results can last as long as 12 months. 

What Is The Downtime For A Vampire Facial?

Unlike other facial treatments, the vampire facial isn’t a lunch time procedures and does require a little recovery because of the significant redness it causes to the face. Some clients also report puffiness and slight bruising depending on the sensitivity of their skin The redness is most significant immediately after treatment but subsides greatly after the first 24 hours. 

The rate of recovery depends on the person -- it can be as short as one day or as long as one week depending on the intensity of the treatment. Either way, you may want to work from home or book a day or two off of work in order to heal in the privacy of your home. In addition to redness, clients may also experience light peeling and skin tightening which also subsides after a few days. 

What Is A Vampire Facial Good For?

Vampire facials are perfect for anyone looking to inject a little bit of life back into their face, literally! It helps with the treatment of premature wrinkles, dark circles, scars, stretch marks and tightening large pores.  It also helps with improving the texture and tone of your skin, making it look plump and giving it a natural glow. 

If you’re curious as to how this treatment can help you achieve your desired look, book a consultation with Toronto’s leading medical spa -- Clinique De Mode . They’ll take the scary behind this bloody treatment and walk you through all the benefits and treatment processes first hand. 

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