If you’re investing in PRF (Platelet-Rich Fibrin) or PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) for under-eye rejuvenation, softening fine lines, improving skin texture, or even hair restoration — don’t sleep on the prep work!
Your blood is the product with both PRF and PRP treatments, so how you fuel your body in the week leading up to your appointment really matters. At Viva Skin Lounge in Pittsburgh, we’re here to help you get the best results from these natural, regenerative treatments.
What Are PRF and PRP — and How Do They Work?
Both PRF and PRP are all-natural treatments that use your own blood to stimulate collagen, improve circulation, and promote healing.
✅ PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) is processed at a higher speed, resulting in plasma rich in platelets and growth factors, but without fibrin or white blood cells.
✅ PRF (Platelet-Rich Fibrin) is processed more gently to preserve platelets, white blood cells, stem cells, and a fibrin matrix — offering a slower, sustained release of growth factors over time.
Here’s how both work:
✨ We draw a small amount of blood — just like a routine lab draw.
✨ We spin it in a centrifuge to separate the beneficial plasma layer.
✨ We carefully inject PRP or PRF into the areas that need support — under-eyes, smile lines, scalp, or more.
✨ Your body takes over, gradually building collagen, improving texture, and enhancing natural rejuvenation.
Where Do PRF and PRP Work Best?
At Viva Skin Lounge, we see incredible results with both PRP and PRF for:
💫 Under-Eye Rejuvenation — Reduce dark circles, hollowness, and fine lines naturally.
💫 Smile Lines (Nasolabial Folds) — Improve skin elasticity and smooth deeper lines.
💫 Smoker’s Lines (Vertical Lip Lines) — Fade those fine lines around the lips.
💫 Hair Restoration — Stimulate growth and improve hair density when injected into the scalp.
💫 Overall Skin Rejuvenation — When combined with SkinPen microneedling, both PRP and PRF can boost skin tone, texture, and elasticity.
Why Prep Matters: Nutrition + Hydration
Your PRF or PRP quality equals the quality of your blood. That’s why we recommend optimizing your prep at least 5–7 days before your appointment:
✔ Hydration: Drink at least half your body weight (in ounces) in water daily for 24–48 hours prior. Dehydration can reduce plasma yield and quality by 30–50%!
✔ Nutrient-dense foods: Eat for your blood health to maximize platelet function and healing:
- Kiwi – Supports platelet function, reduces inflammation
- Kale + leafy greens – Folate for healthy blood cells
- Citrus, berries, bell peppers – Vitamin C for collagen and repair
- Spinach, lentils, beans – Iron for red blood cells
- Omega-3s (salmon, chia) – Control inflammation
What to Avoid Before PRP or PRF
🚫 NSAIDs (ibuprofen, aspirin) — Stop 5-7 days before to avoid interfering with platelet function.
🚫 Fish oil, vitamin E, turmeric — These can thin your blood.
🚫 Smoking + alcohol — Slow healing.
🚫 High-fat meals — Affect plasma clarity, especially 12-24 hours before.
🚫 Dehydration — #1 cause of poor plasma quality.
PRF vs PRP: Which is Right for You?
👉 PRP is often ideal for hair restoration, or when you want a faster growth factor release.
👉 PRF is typically preferred for under-eye rejuvenation, fine lines, and areas where a slow, sustained collagen boost is beneficial.
Our providers will guide you on the best option for your specific needs and goals.
Book Your PRF or PRP Consultation
Ready to try PRF or PRP?
📞 Contact any of our offices to get scheduled with one of our providers
Squirrel Hill
412-401-7793
4351 Murray Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
North Huntington
412-919-7707
40 Carpenter Ln, Irwin, PA 15642
We also have 3 satellite locations!
MixxHouse Salon
509 Rochester Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Blue Moon Salon and Day Spa
909 Cochran Mill Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15236
Willow Collective
540 Broad Ave, Belle Vernon, PA 15012
At Viva Skin Lounge, we offer a full range of advanced aesthetic treatments to help you look and feel your best — with a personalized, education-based approach that sets us apart. Whether you’re new to injectables or ready to elevate your skincare routine, our experienced team is here to guide you every step of the way.
✨ Our Services Include:
• Neurotoxins: Botox®, Dysport®, Jeuveau®, Xeomin®
• Dermal Filler: lips, cheeks, chin, jawline, temples, marionette lines & more
• Collagen Stimulators: Sculptra®, Radiesse®
• PRF / PRP Injections
• Morpheus8 RF Microneedling
• SkinPen Microneedling
• PDO Threads (Smooth, Twist, Mesh, Barbed)
• CO2 Laser Resurfacing
• BioRePeel
• Hydrafacial & DiamondGlow™
• Custom Viva Signature Facials
• Filler Dissolving (Hyaluronidase)
• NAD+ Injections
• B-12 Injections
• Medical-Grade Skincare (ZO® Skin Health, SkinBetter Science®)
• Acne & Skin Concern Consultations (acne, pigmentation, texture, aging)
• Aesthetic Consultations & Skin Analysis
• Chemical Peels
• Laser Hair Removal
• Liquid BBL (Radiesse Booty Filler)
• Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
• Weight Management & Semaglutide Injections
🗺️ We proudly serve clients from:
North Huntingdon, Irwin, Pittsburgh, Greensburg, Monroeville, Murrysville, Squirrel Hill, Shadyside, Oakland, Bethel Park, Mt. Lebanon, South Hills, North Hills, Robinson Township, White Oak, Forest Hills, Penn Hills, West Mifflin, Pleasant Hills, North Versailles, Belle Vernon, Connellsville, Latrobe, and beyond.
💻 Book a consultation online or call/text us today to get started on your aesthetic journey!
www.vivaskinlounge.com