The eye area is one of the most sensitive parts of the face. Fine lines, dark circles and declining skin elasticity can make the eyes look tired. With PRF eye treatment (platelet-rich fibrin), Alpha Skin in Bonn-Bad Godesberg offers a modern own-blood therapy intended to support natural regeneration processes – without classic hyaluronic acid fillers.
Treatment at Alpha Skin: Eye area and tear trough in Bonn – price from €199 and appointment
This article explains factually how the treatment works, what you can expect from it, where its limits lie and what it costs. The scientific evidence on PRF treatment of the eye area is so far limited. A visible improvement cannot be guaranteed.
What is PRF and how does the treatment work?
PRF stands for platelet-rich fibrin and is obtained from your own blood. After a blood draw, the blood is processed with a special centrifugation method. This produces a fibrin-rich preparation containing platelets and other components from the body. These contain growth factors involved in tissue regeneration and collagen formation.
The processed PRF is then introduced in a targeted way, using a suitable injection technique, into the areas of the eye area to be treated.
What advantages can PRF offer for the eye area?
PRF treatment aims to support skin quality in a natural way. Depending on the individual starting situation, the following effects can be aimed for:
- Collagen stimulation: support of the body's own regeneration processes
- Fine lines: possible improvement of superficial fine lines
- Skin quality: support of a smoother and more elastic skin structure
- Dark circles: for certain causes, possibly an improvement in appearance
- Natural treatment: use of a preparation obtained from your own blood
First small clinical studies show promising approaches but do not allow any guarantee of a visible improvement. How clearly something changes varies from person to person.
PRF or hyaluronic acid – what is the difference?
Hyaluronic acid fillers are mainly used to compensate for specific volume deficits. PRF takes a different approach: it aims to support the body's own regeneration processes without specifically padding the eye area with a classic filler. Particularly with fine skin and first signs of skin ageing, PRF can therefore be an interesting treatment option.
With pronounced tear troughs, pigment-related dark circles or structural volume deficits, however, the effect is limited. A hyaluronic acid filler is then more likely to be an option; you can read more on the page about the tear trough and in the article tear trough filler. Individual medical assessment is particularly important here.
PRF or PRP – what is the difference?
PRP (platelet-rich plasma) is also obtained from your own blood and used for skin and hair. You can find more on the page about PRP therapy. PRF is a related procedure in which a fibrin-rich preparation is produced after centrifugation. The physician decides after the examination which procedure is an option for which area.
Who is PRF eye treatment suitable for?
The treatment can be interesting for patients with fine skin who want to counteract first signs of skin ageing, for example fine lines or declining elasticity around the eyes.
It is not an option, or only after careful medical consideration, in cases including pregnancy and breastfeeding, inflammation or infection in the treatment area, blood clotting disorders or anticoagulant medication. PRF is also not suitable for every cause of dark circles or skin ageing.
How PRF eye treatment works at Alpha Skin
- Consultation: At the start there is a personal medical consultation with an assessment of the eye area.
- Blood draw and processing: A small amount of your own blood is taken and processed to obtain the PRF.
- Injection: The preparation obtained is injected into the intended areas of skin under hygienic conditions.
- Further steps: Depending on the condition of the skin, several sessions can make sense. The number and intervals of treatments are set individually.
Possible side effects and risks
Temporary swelling, redness or small bruises are possible. The skin around the eyes is particularly thin and sensitive, so such reactions are more noticeable there. Own-blood treatments also carry risks, such as inflammation or infection at the injection sites. They are explained in the medical consultation before you decide.
Frequently asked questions
How many sessions are needed? That depends on the condition of the skin. The physician sets the number and intervals individually.
Does PRF help with tear troughs? With pronounced tear troughs or structural volume deficits the effect is limited. Other procedures are an option for these; we clarify that in the consultation.
When will a result be visible? Regeneration processes take time. When and how clearly something changes varies from person to person and cannot be guaranteed.
What does the treatment feel like? The eye area is sensitive, and the sensation differs from person to person. What can make the treatment more comfortable for you, we discuss beforehand.
Cost
PRF eye treatment at Alpha Skin starts from €199. The exact price depends on the scope of treatment and is discussed with you beforehand. Health insurers do not usually cover aesthetic treatments.
You can arrange a personal consultation via the consultation. Alpha Skin – Aesthetic Medicine & Skincare, Theaterplatz 1b, 53177 Bonn-Bad Godesberg, phone 0177 3636986, Instagram @alphaskinbonn.
Important medical note
PRF is not suitable for every cause of dark circles or skin ageing. The clinical evidence for aesthetic PRF treatments in the eye area is still limited. Treatment results can vary from person to person.
The information described is for general education and does not replace personal medical advice, examination or consultation. Whether a treatment is suitable depends on skin type, initial findings, pre-existing conditions, medication and individual goals.
Effect, durability, tolerability and possible side effects can vary from person to person. Specific results or a particular time course cannot be guaranteed.