We’re looking forward to your PRF Under Eye treatment. Because PRF is prepared from a small sample of your own blood, following these steps closely will help make your appointment as smooth and comfortable as possible. Below, you’ll find your full pre-treatment prep checklist, followed by your post-treatment care guide.
Do NOT stop taking any prescribed anticoagulants for this procedure unless you’re cleared to do so by your prescribing practitioner.
If you have a history of autoimmune, neurological, or psychological disorders, please get clearance from your physician before treatment.
- Start taking 2,000 mg of Vitamin C daily — the earlier you start, the better.
- Avoid Omega-3s, turmeric, ibuprofen, Vitamin E, Ginkgo Biloba, and garlic supplements.
- Pause Retinol and exfoliating acids — hold off on these for 3 days before treatment and 3 days after, to lessen your chance of irritation and redness.
- Drink at least 64 oz of water and eat a good snack before coming in — this helps prepare your body for the blood draw.
Questions before your appointment? Call or text us at 215.544.3883 — we’re always happy to help you get ready.
- You are pregnant or nursing.
- You have a diagnosed hematological (blood) disorder.
- You have a recent (within the last 2 weeks) or active infection.
- You’re currently in an autoimmune condition flare-up.
- You’ve had facial surgery or trauma within the last 8 weeks.
- You have an active cold sore and we’re treating your lip area.
- You’ve used aspirin within the last 2 weeks (this doesn’t include prescribed anticoagulants — please don’t stop those without clearance from your prescribing practitioner).
- You have a significant event (a wedding, a photo shoot) within 2 weeks after your treatment date — bruising and swelling can take up to 2 weeks to fully subside, so let’s plan your timing together.
- Swelling and tenderness are common and typically peak early on — don’t worry, it will come down.
- You’ll most likely be bruised and/or swollen. Try not to touch or rub the treated area.
- A cold compress (applied gently, without pressure) can help with comfort.
- The treated area may look asymmetrical or uneven — especially in the tear troughs — during this time. This is normal.
- The treated area may also feel firm when touched. This is normal too.
- PRF doesn’t require “touch-up” treatments — your results come from your own body’s natural collagen process, which continues working over several weeks to months after treatment.
- Best results are usually seen with a series of 3–4 treatments, depending on your skin quality and goals.
- If you’d like your results assessed or want to discuss additional treatments, we recommend waiting at least 4 weeks after each PRF session — that’s best discussed with your provider in person.
If anything you’re experiencing doesn’t match what’s described here, or healing feels off in any way, please call or text us at 215.544.3883 — don’t wait for your follow-up. We’d rather hear from you.
If swelling, bruising, or discomfort seems severe or isn’t improving, please contact our office.
We’re so glad you trusted us with your care.
Live Confidently + Be Well.
— The Well Lounge Team
