PRP stands for Platelet-Rich Plasma. It is a non-surgical hair loss treatment that uses your own blood. A small blood sample is drawn and spun in a centrifuge. This concentrates the platelets — which are packed with growth factors. The resulting plasma is then injected directly into your scalp. Because these growth factors are delivered right to the follicle, they stimulate dormant follicles, extend the hair growth phase, and slow ongoing hair loss.

Most patients need 3 to 4 sessions in the initial course. These are spaced 4–6 weeks apart. After the initial course, a maintenance session every 4–6 months sustains the results. However, the exact number depends on your hair loss type, stage, and how your scalp responds. Your dermatologist at Maynee confirms the plan after your trichoscopy assessment — so you know what to expect from the start.

Reduced shedding is usually the first sign — most patients notice this within 4–6 weeks. A visible increase in density then appears between months 3 and 6. Full results from the initial course are typically seen by the 6-month mark. Because trichoscopy is used at every follow-up at Maynee, follicle-level progress is visible before changes are obvious to others. Individual response varies based on hair loss type, age, and scalp health.

Most patients find PRP very manageable. At Maynee, a topical anaesthetic cream is applied to the scalp before injections begin. Because of this, most patients feel only mild pressure — not sharp pain. After the session, mild tenderness or redness at injection sites is normal. This resolves within 24–48 hours. You may also notice a brief shedding phase around week 2. This is completely normal as follicles reset before entering a new growth cycle.

Results from a full PRP course typically last 12–18 months before a maintenance session is needed. Because hair loss is an ongoing condition, maintenance every 4–6 months sustains improvement and continues to slow further loss. PRP is not a permanent cure — however, it is one of the most effective ways to significantly slow hair loss and maintain density over the long term without surgery.

Yes — PRP is highly safe. It uses only your own blood, so there is no risk of allergic reaction and no foreign substances. Side effects are mild and temporary. You may notice slight redness, tenderness, or swelling at injection sites — this usually resolves within 24–48 hours. Mild headache has been reported in a small number of patients. No significant long-term side effects have been found in clinical studies. All sessions at Maynee are performed by certified dermatologists in a sterile setting.

PRP works best for patients with early to mid-stage hair loss where follicles are still active. Ideal candidates include men with pattern baldness at Norwood I–III, women with diffuse thinning or PCOS-related hair fall, and patients with stress or nutritional shedding. It is also effective as a post-transplant protocol. A trichoscopy assessment at Maynee confirms candidacy accurately — so you know before committing to a plan.

Yes. Women respond very well to PRP. Female pattern hair loss, post-partum shedding, PCOS-related thinning, and stress-driven diffuse hair fall are all effectively treated at Maynee with a personalised PRP plan. Because treatment is trichoscopy-guided, it is built around the specific type and stage of loss — regardless of the hormonal trigger behind it. Most women notice reduced shedding within 4–6 weeks of the first session.

PRP hair treatment cost depends on the number of sessions your case requires and the stage of hair loss. No honest clinic can give an accurate price before seeing your scalp. At Maynee, the trichoscopy assessment determines your session plan first. A full, itemised cost breakdown is then provided before you commit to anything. There are no vague packages and no hidden charges. You know exactly what you are paying for before your first session begins.

Both PRP and GFC use your own blood to deliver growth factors to the scalp. However, GFC (Growth Factor Concentrate) goes one step further. It removes red blood cells and platelets, isolating only the pure growth factors. Because of this, GFC delivers a higher concentration of active growth factors with less inflammatory material. Therefore, GFC typically produces a stronger follicular response — especially for moderate to advanced hair loss. Your dermatologist at Maynee recommends the right option based on your trichoscopy findings and hair loss profile.