PRP for Hair in Dubai

PRP for hair in Dubai is, of everything we offer in this category, the treatment with the strongest evidence behind it. Platelet-rich plasma prepared from your own blood has been studied more thoroughly in pattern hair loss than in skin, and multiple clinical trials support its use in appropriately selected patients. That last phrase carries the weight, though — PRP works well for some types of hair loss and not at all for others. At Dermabloom Medical Center in Mirdif, Dr Sarah Magdy establishes which type you have before recommending it. To arrange an assessment, call 04 268 8226 or message us on WhatsApp at +971 56 598 6039.

Diagnosis Still Comes First

Even with good evidence behind it, PRP is only worth having if your hair loss is the kind that responds. Pattern hair loss responds; several other causes do not, and some resolve on their own without any treatment at all. Iron deficiency, thyroid dysfunction, hormonal conditions and post-illness shedding all mimic pattern loss and all need different management.

Consequently we assess and investigate first, usually with blood work. Our hair mesotherapy page sets out the causes and the tests in detail, and the same workup applies here. If you have not yet been investigated, that is the appointment to book rather than a course of injections.

Where PRP Genuinely Helps

Four rows in that table say no. We would rather show you them than take a booking that cannot work.

What the Treatment Involves

1. Assessment — scalp examination, hair loss pattern, history, medications and review of your blood results.
2. Baseline photography — standardised images taken before treatment begins, because objective comparison matters more than memory.
3. Blood draw — approximately 10 to 20 ml taken from your arm, as for a routine blood test.
4. Centrifugation — the sample is spun to concentrate the platelets, prepared using under sterile conditions.
5. Scalp injections — the platelet-rich fraction is injected across the thinning areas in a grid pattern, at a depth appropriate to the follicles.
6. Aftercare — instructions given, and the next session scheduled.

Allow around 45 to 60 minutes in the clinic including preparation time.

Does It Hurt?

The scalp is more sensitive than most patients expect, and we would rather be honest about that than have you surprised. The injections are brief but noticeable, particularly along the front hairline and at the crown. Most patients describe it as very tolerable, and the whole injection phase takes only a few minutes.

Afterwards, mild scalp tenderness and a slight headache are common for a day, occasionally two. Simple paracetamol helps if you need it — please avoid ibuprofen and other anti-inflammatories around treatment where you safely can, since they act on the platelet activity the treatment relies on.

PRP Works Best Alongside Medical Treatment, Not Instead of It

This is the point most worth taking from the page. In pattern hair loss, the established mainstays remain topical minoxidil and, for suitable patients, oral prescription treatment. PRP adds to those rather than replacing them, and the combination generally outperforms either alone.

Therefore, if you have pattern loss and have not yet tried medical treatment, we will usually suggest starting there and adding PRP, rather than using PRP as a substitute. Patients occasionally arrive hoping PRP will let them avoid daily treatment altogether. It rarely does, and we would rather say so at the outset than after a course.

Sessions, Timeline and Maintenance

A typical starting course is three to four sessions spaced about four weeks apart, followed by maintenance every four to six months. Hair biology dictates the pace: hair grows in cycles, so nothing can be judged before three to six months.

Reduced shedding usually comes first, often within six to eight weeks, and patients frequently notice it in the shower before they see anything in the mirror. Visible density change, where it occurs, follows later. We compare standardised photographs at each review rather than relying on impressions, since month-to-month self-assessment is unreliable in both directions.

One further point about maintenance: PRP is not a cure. Pattern hair loss is progressive, and benefit gained from PRP is gradually lost if treatment stops entirely. Please factor that ongoing commitment into your decision before beginning.

PRP Compared With the Alternatives

PRP or a Hair Transplant?

The two are not competing treatments; they suit different stages. PRP works where follicles are thinning but still alive, so it is a treatment for earlier loss. Transplantation moves follicles into areas where they no longer exist, so it is the option once loss is established.

Accordingly, if you have visible scalp with no fine hair across a defined area, PRP is unlikely to change that and a transplant consultation is the honest referral. Conversely, if your part is widening or your crown is thinning but hair is still present, PRP with medical treatment is worth pursuing before considering surgery. Many transplant patients also continue PRP and medical treatment afterwards, to protect the native hair that was never transplanted.

Who Is Not Suitable

Because PRP depends on your own blood, some conditions rule it out. Treatment is avoided where there is a platelet disorder or significantly low platelet count, active scalp infection or folliculitis, and during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Anaemia should be corrected first, since the quality of your preparation depends on it — and anaemia is itself a cause of hair loss, so correcting it may improve things on its own.

Furthermore, these require discussion before proceeding: anticoagulant and antiplatelet therapy, blood-borne infection, active or recent malignancy, autoimmune disease, immunosuppression and poorly controlled diabetes. Heavy smoking reduces results. Please give a complete history including supplements at assessment.

Cost

PRP for hair is priced per session, with course pricing available, and maintenance continues beyond the initial course. Ask for the cost of the full course plus expected annual maintenance rather than a single session price, since that is the figure that matters over time. We confirm everything at consultation. Call 04 268 8226 for current fees.

Note that the consultation and blood investigation for hair loss may be covered by insurance, since that is a medical assessment, even where the treatment itself is not. It is worth checking your policy before you attend.

Book a Hair Assessment in Mirdif, Dubai

Book an Assessment or call 04 268 8226. You can also read about PRP for face, a dermatology consultation, or reach us via the contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does PRP really work for hair loss?

For early to moderate pattern hair loss, the evidence is reasonably supportive and it is the best-evidenced injectable option. It does not work for scarring alopecia, alopecia areata or areas where follicles have already been lost. Which type you have determines whether it is worth doing.

Will it regrow hair on a bald patch?

No. PRP stimulates existing follicles that are miniaturising; it cannot create follicles where none remain. For established bald areas, hair transplantation is the realistic option.

How many sessions will I need?

Usually three to four sessions about four weeks apart to begin, then maintenance every four to six months. Ask for the total course cost plus annual maintenance, since that is the real figure.

How long before I see results?

Three to six months at minimum, because hair grows in cycles. Reduced shedding often comes first, sometimes within six to eight weeks, and many patients notice it in the shower before the mirror. We compare standardised photographs rather than relying on impressions.

Do I have to keep having it?

To maintain the benefit, yes. Pattern hair loss is progressive, so gains from PRP are gradually lost if treatment stops entirely. It manages the condition rather than curing it.

Is it painful?

The scalp is more sensitive than most people expect, and the injections are noticeable, particularly at the hairline and crown. The injection phase is short, though, and most patients tolerate it well. Mild tenderness or a slight headache for a day afterwards is common.

Can I use PRP instead of minoxidil or tablets?

Usually not the best plan. For pattern loss, minoxidil and oral prescription treatment remain the mainstays, and PRP adds to them rather than replacing them. The combination generally outperforms PRP alone.

Is PRP better than hair mesotherapy?

For hair, yes, on the evidence. PRP has more clinical support than scalp mesotherapy, which is better viewed as supportive. If you are choosing between them for pattern loss, PRP is the stronger option.

Does it work for women?

Yes. Female pattern thinning responds reasonably well, though investigation is especially important in women since iron deficiency, thyroid problems and hormonal conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome are common contributors.

Can I have PRP after a hair transplant?

Often yes, and it is commonly used to support both grafts and the native hair that was not transplanted. Timing should be coordinated with your surgeon, so bring details of the procedure and its date.

Can I wash my hair afterwards?

Leave it for the rest of the treatment day, then wash gently as normal. Avoid harsh scrubbing, and avoid the gym, sauna, steam room and swimming for 48 hours.

What are your opening hours?

We are open from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Please book ahead on 04 268 8226, as these appointments include blood draw and preparation time.

This page provides general information only and is not medical advice or a diagnosis. Hair loss has multiple causes requiring different treatment, distinguishable only by clinical assessment and appropriate investigation. PRP involves venepuncture and blood processing and must be performed under sterile conditions in a licensed medical facility. Risks include scalp tenderness, headache, swelling, bruising, infection and, rarely, vasovagal reaction during blood draw. PRP does not restore hair where follicles are no longer present, is not effective in scarring alopecia or alopecia areata, and does not cure pattern hair loss, which is progressive and requires ongoing management. Results vary between individuals and no outcome can be guaranteed. Sudden, patchy or rapidly progressive hair loss should be assessed promptly.