Celebs have been scaring us lately with the trendy vampire facial. It’s named that because it involves real blood. Their own blood, to be specific. Kim Kardashian made headlines with her gory-yet-gorgeous social media posts about the experience. Bar Refaeli showed off her post-procedure glow on her own social media. Ashley Tisdale did it too, explaining she wants to keep the wrinkles at bay. Yikes, we say!
The red elixir
How does it work? A vampire facial is a cosmetic treatment that involves extracting a patient’s own blood, separating out the platelet-rich plasma (PRP), and then injecting the PRP back into the patient’s face. The treatment is sometimes also called a PRP facial or a platelet-rich plasma facial.
Gory yet glamorous
Proponents of the vampire facial claim that the treatment can stimulate collagen production, improve the texture and tone of the skin, and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Some people also believe that the treatment can improve the overall health of the skin and promote a more youthful appearance.
The vampire facial is typically performed by a licensed medical professional, such as a dermatologist or plastic surgeon. The treatment involves drawing a small amount of blood from the patient, separating out the PRP, and then injecting the PRP back into the patient’s face using a series of small injections. The treatment is usually performed in a medical office or clinic, and it typically takes about 30-45 minutes to complete.
Some say it’s bloody brilliant
While some people swear by the vampire facial for its collagen-boosting, skin-tightening, and wrinkle-reducing abilities, it’s important to remember that the scientific evidence is limited and the treatment is not without risks. Some people have experienced side effects such as swelling, redness, and bruising after the treatment. In summary: Before you let a beauty vampire near you with a needle, make sure to talk to a medical professional about the entire bloody process.
