The Benefits of Nutrafol and PRP for Hair Restoration and Growth

Hair loss is a common problem experienced by people worldwide as they age. Whether you are a man experiencing male pattern baldness or a woman combatting thinning hair, the absence of it can affect your looks as well as your self-esteem. Fortunately, many hair restoration treatments are available to combat thinning hair. As with any therapy, finding the right one for you can be challenging. One of the best involves combining PRP treatments with Nutrafol.

Hair Restoration with Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) and Nutrafol Supplements

Many factors contribute to natural hair growth, with PRP therapy working for most patients. While some patients achieve success solely with PRP injections, when we combine PRP with the Nutrafol nutritional supplement, the treatment is even more effective, as it allows hair follicles to make the most use of the added vitamins, nutrients and growth factors present in the supplement. Selecting this PRP treatment plan gives your hair follicles the best possible conditions for hair growth.

Understanding Platelet-Rich Plasma

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP)is a non-surgical treatment. The platelets in the blood have several growth factors that we collect in high concentrations and are injected back to the scalp to support the hair follicles and hence reduce hair thinning and help with hair growth. Using your blood cells to promote healthy hair growth is one of its most popular uses. The first part of the procedure involves having a healthcare provider draw blood from your arm and then placing it into a centrifuge for 10 minutes to process it and isolate essential platelet cells containing the necessary growth factor. The golden-colored PRP, free of red blood cells, is carefully withdrawn and then injected into your scalp with a small needle to encourage new hair growth.

Afterward, you will receive aftercare instructions, including sun protection and hydration. PRP treatments can cause minor irritation, swelling, bruising, and pinpoint bleeding. Scalp skin may remain tender for 24 to 48 hours.

What are Nutrafol Supplements?

Nutrafol is a doctor-formulated supplement designed to address the underlying causes of hair loss, including stress, hormones, metabolism, aging and nutrition. Its unique, natural formula with essential nutrients helps rebalance hormone levels and reduce inflammation to prompt healthy hair growth.

Key components include:

• Saw palmetto: To inhibit the action of the 5-alpha reductase enzyme involved in converting testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which may play a role in hair loss
• Ashwagandha: Commonly used to reduce anxiety and stress, this herb contains withanolides, compounds with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties to lessen hair loss
• Marine collagen: Sourced from fish or shellfish, marine collagen may improve hair strength, reduce break and stimulate hair growth

Nutrafol provides other nutrient growth factors, such as biotin, zinc, and vitamins A,D,C, and E.

Research on Nutrafol

Several case studies on Nutrafol suggest it may be effective for hair restoration. A study published in the Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology followed 52 women with female pattern hair loss, with all showing significant improvement in density, thickness and overall hair health. Another study published in the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology examined the effectiveness of Nutrafol on women with thinning hair. After three months, study participants had thicker and denser hair.

Using Natural Ingredients to Restore Hair Growth

Although some patients may reverse hair thinning solely through PRP hair restoration treatments or by taking hair growth supplements, combining the two treatments can provide even greater advantages for hair restoration. Nutrafol nourishes the scalp, hair follicles and hair shaft from within, while platelet-rich plasma (PRP) stimulates new growth from the outside, providing more noticeable and long-lasting results. Many patients ask if Nutrafol is good for alopecia, the medical term for hair loss. The answer is yes.It's also non-invasive, unlike hair transplant surgery.

Another factor that makes this combination hair restoration treatment desirable is that both components are natural. PRP uses your own blood. Most medications used to increase hair growth, such as Propecia, have significant side effects, causing erectile dysfunction in men. Many hair restoration medications are also contraindicated in women, especially those of childbearing age. PRP and Nutralfol promote hair growth and accomplish the hair restoration process without adverse side effects.

The Common Causes of Hair Loss

According to the American Academy of Dermatology, the most common cause of hair loss is hereditary. Both men and women can develop it. The medical term is androgenetic alopecia, but most people call it male-pattern baldness or female-pattern baldness. Whatever name you give it, hereditary hair loss occurs because you have inherited genes that cause your hair follicles to shrink and eventually stop producing healthy hair growth. Shrinking can begin in your teens but usually begins later in life. Hair regrowth is possible, but the earlier you start treatments, the better your results.

Other underlying causes of hair loss include:

• Age
• Alopecia areata
• Cancer treatments
• Childbirth, illness or other stressors
• Hair treatments that damage hair
• Hairstyles that pull on the scalp
• Hormonal imbalance
• Medication
• Scalp infection
• Sexually transmitted infections
• Thyroid disease
• Too little biotin, iron, protein, or zinc

What Can I Expect During Treatments?

Your treatment plan will involve placing small injections into the areas of your scalp where PRP is most needed to stimulate hair growth, with injections occurring at the depth of the hair follicles. Even if you have a large area to treat, each treatment will take 30 minutes or less. Patients generally say the process is painless. However, some do experience minor discomfort from the needle.

You'll have no downtime after your PRP hair restoration sessions and can resume normal daily activities immediately. You may experience redness and bruising at the injection sites, but you can expect those problems to resolve within a week. Most patients require at least three treatments spaced four to six weeks apart for the initial treatment course.

When Will I See Results?

Over the course of several PRP sessions, you will gradually notice increased hair growth and thickness. Patients typically see significant improvements within eight to 10 weeks. The typical treatment plan includes PRP injections once per month for three to four months and then every three to six months for maintenance. Hair regrowth will continue to improve over time as long as you continue treatment that will increase the total number of hairs, hair density and thickness and extend the growth phase of active hair follicles.

Schedule Your Consultation for Platelet-Rich Plasma With Nutrafol Treatments

Nutrafol is a dietary supplement that supports hair growth and should be part of a well-rounded approach to your PRP hair restoration journey. Individual responses to treatments that increase hair growth can vary, so you should have a comprehensive consultation before undergoing PRP therapy with Nutrafol to determine if it is safe and suitable for you. In addition, some hair loss conditions do not respond well to this treatment, so the professionals at VIVAA must consult with you to determine if combining Nutrafol with PRP can produce your desired results.

You don't have to live with excessive hair loss. Contact our medical spa at 425-250-9999 or use our convenient request an appointment form to schedule your PRP hair restoration consultation.