A Vampire Facial — clinically known as PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) Microneedling — is a non-surgical skin rejuvenation procedure that uses your own blood's concentrated growth factors to stimulate natural collagen production and accelerate skin cell renewal. A small amount of blood is drawn from your arm, centrifuged to separate and concentrate the platelet-rich plasma (PRP), and then micro-needled back into your skin using a clinical device with tiny sterile needles. The microneedles create thousands of micro-channels that drive the growth factors deep into the dermis, triggering your skin's natural healing cascade — producing new collagen, elastin and healthier skin cells. It is 100% autologous — using only your own biological material with no synthetic fillers or foreign substances — making it uniquely safe and biologically compatible.

A Vampire Facial performed by a certified dermatologist in a sterile clinical environment is considered safe for most healthy adults. Because it uses your own blood, the risk of allergic reaction or rejection is virtually zero — a key advantage over treatments using synthetic fillers or foreign growth factors. Expected, normal side effects include redness and mild swelling (similar to a moderate sunburn) for 24–48 hours, and mild flaking over days 3–5 as the skin renews. Temporary pin-point bleeding during microneedling is expected and normal. Serious complications such as infection, scarring or significant hyperpigmentation are rare when performed by a qualified dermatologist with proper sterile technique. At Maynee, we conduct a thorough medical assessment before every session to confirm suitability, and we use only sterile single-use needle cartridges opened in front of you at every session.

Most clients notice an initial improvement in skin brightness and texture after their first session once the 3–5 day healing phase completes. However, for significant, lasting improvement — particularly for acne scars, deep pigmentation and wrinkles — a course of 3–6 sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart is typically recommended at Maynee. The exact number depends on the severity and type of your skin concerns, your skin tone, your individual healing response and your treatment goals. Crucially, the collagen stimulation initiated by each session continues to mature for 4–8 weeks after that session — meaning you keep improving between appointments, not just in the days after each treatment. Your dermatologist will outline a personalised and realistic session plan at your initial consultation.

The Vampire Facial is not painful when performed correctly. A medical-grade topical numbing cream is applied to the entire face 30–45 minutes before the microneedling begins, which effectively eliminates pain during the procedure. Most clients describe the sensation during microneedling as a mild vibrating pressure — not pain. The blood draw from the arm is a brief, standard venepuncture — no different from a routine blood test. Immediately after the session, the skin feels warm and tight — similar to a sunburn — which settles within 24–48 hours. The treatment is consistently well-tolerated by all clients at Maynee with no anaesthetic injections required. Any discomfort is short-lived and proportional to the healing benefits it delivers.

Vampire Facial downtime at Maynee is minimal. Immediately after the procedure, the skin appears red and mildly swollen — similar to a moderate sunburn — which typically subsides within 24–48 hours. Mild flaking or peeling may occur over days 3–5 as the skin's accelerated renewal process clears old surface cells. You should avoid applying makeup for 24–48 hours and avoid direct sun exposure, swimming pools, saunas and intense exercise for 48–72 hours. Most clients at Maynee return to work and daily activities the following day, with only makeup, heavy exercise and UV exposure restricted for the first 48–72 hours. The treatment is widely considered one of the most socially convenient clinical skin rejuvenation procedures available in dermatology.

Yes — the Vampire Facial is safe for all Indian skin tones, including Fitzpatrick types III–V. Because the treatment uses your own autologous PRP rather than any external chemical acids, bleaching agents or ablative laser energy, the risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) — darkening after treatment — is significantly lower than with chemical peels or laser toning when applied to darker Indian skin tones. At Maynee, the microneedling depth and session spacing are specifically calibrated for your individual skin tone to minimise any PIH risk. The most important post-treatment precaution for Indian skin is strict daily SPF 50 use — UV exposure without protection in the days following a Vampire Facial is the primary cause of pigmentation after microneedling in any skin tone.

Yes — acne scar reduction is one of the most clinically documented applications of PRP Microneedling (Vampire Facial). The combination of microneedling's physical disruption of old, disordered scar collagen with the concentrated growth factors of PRP is uniquely effective at stimulating new, organised collagen synthesis beneath atrophic acne scars — progressively filling, lifting and smoothing the scar surface from within. Clinical studies show significant improvement in rolling and boxcar scars across a course of 3–6 sessions, with continued remodelling for 3–6 months after the final session. Deep, narrow ice-pick scars respond more slowly and may benefit from adjunctive treatments such as subcision, which your dermatologist will advise on if relevant for your presentation. Most clients with longstanding acne scars at Maynee achieve their most significant scar improvement with the Vampire Facial — going beyond what any topical treatment could deliver.

The collagen and elastin stimulated by a Vampire Facial course continues to mature and develop for 3–6 months after the final session — meaning clients see progressive improvement in skin quality, scar smoothing and tone for months after treatment ends. With proper post-treatment care — primarily daily SPF 50 broad-spectrum sunscreen, a consistent skincare routine, adequate hydration and lifestyle management — results from a full Vampire Facial course typically last 12–18 months or longer. For acne scar remodelling specifically, the structural improvement achieved is largely permanent, though new active acne can create new scarring. Maintenance sessions every 6–12 months are recommended for anti-ageing and general skin quality maintenance, particularly for clients with continued UV exposure or hormonal skin changes.

We advise avoiding all face makeup — foundation, concealer, blush, bronzer, powders and all cosmetic products — for a minimum of 24–48 hours after each Vampire Facial session. The microchannels created by the microneedling remain open for the first 24 hours, making the skin temporarily more permeable to everything — including makeup ingredients that can cause irritation or infection if applied during this window. During the recovery period, use only the prescribed soothing serum, gentle moisturiser and SPF 50. After 48 hours, makeup can be resumed normally, applied and removed gently. During the ongoing treatment course, use clean makeup brushes and applicators to minimise the risk of any skin contamination in the days following each session.

Vampire Facial cost at Maynee in Chennai is discussed at your initial dermatologist consultation, after your skin concerns, skin type, microneedling depth requirements and session plan have been assessed. Pricing varies based on the number of sessions recommended, any combination with complementary treatments, and the specific PRP preparation protocol for your skin. We do not publish fixed per-session prices because the treatment protocol — and therefore the cost — is genuinely personalised to each patient's assessment and goals. All pricing is fully transparent with no hidden charges — you will receive a clear, complete cost breakdown at your consultation with no obligation to proceed. We do not offer discount packages that compromise clinical quality or protocol integrity.