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Your own plateletsPRP Facial Treatment in Manhattan, NYC
$500 30 Minutes
A PRP facial in NYC uses platelets from your own blood to support skin quality, under-eye hollows and texture. A small sample is drawn and spun here in the clinic, then prepared as PRP or PRF depending on the area. Nothing synthetic goes in, and the session takes about half an hour.
Medical treatment provided by Michael Meighen, MD, NY, PLLC, a professional practice owned by licensed physicians.
What It Is
PRP and PRF treatment, explained simply
Platelets are the part of your blood that starts repair. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is made by spinning a small blood sample so the platelets and their growth factors are concentrated into a small amount of plasma. Platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) is spun more slowly and without an anticoagulant, which gives a thicker concentrate that releases its growth factors over a longer period.
Both come from you, which is why there is no allergy risk from the material itself. The Practice's licensed provider chooses PRP or PRF at your assessment based on the area and the goal, then injects it or applies it after microneedling.
It is one of the quieter treatments at Skin Lab Clinic: no filler, no frozen expression, just your own repair process given a push.
PRP, PRF or something else?
| Option | What it is | Downtime | Price | Often chosen for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRP / PRF Treatment | Your own platelets, injected or applied | 24 to 48 hours, possible bruising | $500, 30 min | Under-eye hollows, skin quality |
| Microneedling with PRP | Full microneedling pass plus PRP | 2 to 3 days | $799, or 3 for $1,999 | Indented acne scars |
| Skin Boosters | Injectable hydration | Minimal | By consultation | Dehydrated, crepey skin |
What It Treats
Where your platelets do the work
PRP works best on concerns that come from thinning, slow repair or tired skin. These are the six we see most often.
PRP for under-eye hollows
Thin, tired-looking skin under the eyes, where filler is not the right fit or you want something more gradual.
Overall skin quality
Texture, tone and resilience across the face, improving gradually over a course rather than overnight.
Fine lines
Early lines that come from thinning skin rather than movement, so Botox is not the answer.
Dull, tired skin
Skin that looks flat even when you are sleeping and hydrating well.
Acne scarring
Usually combined with needling. For indented scars, microneedling with PRP is the better booking.
Thinning hair
The same platelets, used on the scalp. That is a separate service: Scalp PRP Hair Restoration.
Results vary and build gradually across a course. You will be told at the assessment if PRP is not the right tool for your concern.
Your Appointment
What happens in your 30 minutes
The Practice's licensed provider looks at the area, agrees the plan with you and takes a small sample, much like a routine blood test.
Your sample goes into the centrifuge here in the clinic while you wait, prepared as PRP or PRF.
It is injected into the treatment areas or applied after microneedling, with topical numbing where it helps.
Barrier support and SPF, plus written aftercare for the next 48 hours.
Good to know before you book
- Eat and drink water beforehand; it makes the draw easier
- Your blood is processed and used the same day, nothing is stored
- Under-eye work can bruise, so allow a week before events
- Most concerns need three sessions, four to six weeks apart
- Skip alcohol and anti-inflammatories the day before unless told otherwise
If PRP is not the right fit on the day, we say so and reschedule rather than treat.
How Many Sessions
Why three sessions, not one
Your platelets start a repair process that takes weeks to show. One session gives the skin a nudge; three sessions four to six weeks apart is where most people see a real change in texture and under-eye quality.
Baseline photos and the first treatment. Expect a subtle change at best.
Four to six weeks later, adjusted to how your skin responded.
The result is judged against your baseline photos a few weeks after this one.
Is It Right For You
Who PRP suits, and who should wait
If you are not sure, a $150 consultation is the right first step, and it is applied to same-day treatment.
You are likely a good fit if
- You want gradual improvement from your own tissue, not filler
- Under-eye skin looks thin or tired rather than deeply hollow
- You can commit to three sessions over about three months
- You are comfortable with a routine blood draw
Wait, or ask first, if
- You take blood thinners or have a blood or platelet disorder
- You have an active skin infection or cold sore in the area
- You are pregnant or breastfeeding
- You are having treatment for cancer
Recovery
What the next few days look like
PRP has little downtime, but under-eye work can bruise. Here is what to expect.
Redness like mild sunburn and small marks at injection points. Leave the skin alone.
Redness settles. Any swelling under the eyes goes down.
Bruising, if any, fades. This is why we suggest a week before events.
Skin quality starts to change as the repair process builds.
Aftercare that actually matters
No saunas, hot workouts or swimming for 48 hours. Skip retinol and acids for a few days, and avoid rubbing the treated area. Daily SPF matters, especially in a Manhattan summer when the sun bounces off every glass tower.
Call us if bruising looks unusual or anything feels wrong. We would rather hear about it early.
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Common Questions
PRP and PRF, answered honestly
What is the difference between PRP and PRF?
Both come from your blood; they are prepared differently. PRP is spun faster and is a liquid concentrate of platelets. PRF is spun more slowly without an anticoagulant, giving a thicker concentrate that releases growth factors over a longer time. The Practice's licensed provider chooses which suits your area and goal.
How much does a PRP facial cost in NYC?
$500 for a 30-minute PRP or PRF session at Skin Lab. Most concerns need three sessions, four to six weeks apart. If you need full microneedling with PRP for acne scarring, that is a separate treatment at $799.
How many PRP sessions do I need?
Three sessions, four to six weeks apart, suits most concerns. Results build across the course, so judge them a few weeks after the third session rather than after the first.
Does PRP hurt?
Most people describe it as uncomfortable rather than painful. The blood draw feels like a routine blood test, and topical numbing is used where it helps. Under-eye injections are felt most.
What is the downtime?
Usually 24 to 48 hours of redness, like mild sunburn. Injection points can bruise, especially under the eyes, so plan at least a week before anything important.
Is PRP safe?
PRP uses your own blood, so there is no allergic reaction to a foreign material. It still carries the normal risks of any injection, such as bruising, swelling and, rarely, infection, which is why suitability is assessed first.
Can PRP be combined with other treatments?
Yes. PRP is often applied straight after microneedling, which is offered as microneedling with PRP. It can also sit alongside Botox or skin boosters on a separate visit. Your provider will suggest an order and spacing at the assessment.
Who performs the treatment?
Performed by a licensed provider of Michael Meighen, MD, NY, PLLC, the professional practice that provides medical treatments at Skin Lab, with blood drawn and processed here in the clinic. If it is not appropriate on the day, we reschedule rather than proceed.
Where are you, and how do I book?
The Bristol Medical Building, 305 E 55th Street between First and Second Avenue, Suites 106 and 109, New York, NY 10022. Open seven days from 9AM to 8PM. Book online or call (646) 554-9141.
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PRP in Midtown East, Manhattan
We are on East 55th Street between First and Second Avenue, inside the Bristol Medical Building in the 10022 ZIP code. Sutton Place and Turtle Bay are a short walk, and the offices on Third and Lexington are about five minutes away. A 30-minute session fits into a lunch break or straight after work.
- Address305 E 55th St, Suite 106 & 109, Bristol Medical Building, New York, NY 10022
- SubwayE and M at Lexington Av / 53 St, 6 at 51 St, N R W at Lexington Av / 59 St
- HoursOpen 7 days, 9AM to 8PM. Contact and directions
Skin Lab Clinic, Midtown East
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$500 for a 30-minute session with your own platelets. Assessed honestly before you commit, open seven days a week.
Skin Lab Clinic
305 E 55th St, Suite 106 & 109, Bristol Medical Building
New York, NY 10022
