Facial rejuvenation with concentrated growth factors (CGF) is the third generation of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatments. The activation of platelets with vitamin C, calcium and ozone releases growth factors that can be delivered to the skin for numerous benefits.
Once CGF is injected into the skin, it causes a cascade of regenerative responses: the migration of stem cells into the injection area, new cell proliferation and the production of collagen and other extracellular matrix proteins. Although this treatment involves injury to the skin, its power is in the healing response that it triggers; the more the skin is damaged, the more dramatic the rejuvenating effect.
Another feature that makes this treatment so unique is the use of a plasma gel filler from the patient’s own blood. Combined with growth factors, it increases the skin’s thickness and provides volume to “sunken” and thin areas.
This is a completely natural treatment using the patient’s own cells and biochemical agents. It can be done at all ages and on all skin types. CGF is ideal for individuals looking for gradual but noticeable improvement in skin texture and tone with minimal downtime. It gives patients a fresh and healthier appearance without the feared “overdone” look that can result from aggressive surgeries, chemicals and toxins/
Like most cosmetic treatments, it requires a few sessions to achieve optimal results. Usually, we recommend 3 initial treatments once every 2 to 3 months. Maintenance CGF treatments can be done twice a year or as needed until desirable results are achieved. Results vary from person to person, but in general, they last from 12 to 18 months.
Although facial rejuvenation with CGF is very effective on its own for skin restoration, patients will see the best results when they undergo CGF treatment in conjunction with Scarlet RF microneedling or JetPro facials.
Usually, patients start to see improvements after 3 to 4 weeks. By then, the skin will look and feel noticeably more plump, smooth, and even in tone and texture. Collagen takes 3 months to mature, therefore results continue to improve gradually over time until around the 3-month mark, where the full power of CGF facial rejuvenation is revealed.