As we age, the natural levels of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid in our skin diminish. This leads to the development of fine lines, wrinkles, enlarged pores, uneven skin tone, and an overall loss of elasticity.
While quality skincare products and treatments like chemical peels can help, the results are often temporary. For more dramatic and longer-lasting facial rejuvenation, many patients turn to the Vampire Facial.
At Gill Aesthetic Institute, we are proud to offer the revolutionary Vampire Facial to help patients achieve smoother, brighter, revitalized skin. This advanced treatment utilizes your body’s own healing and growth factors to stimulate collagen production and cell renewal for natural-looking results that can last 12 to 18 months.
How Does the Vampire Facial Work?
Also known as a Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Facial, the Vampire Facial leverages your own blood to achieve real facial rejuvenation. It works in three key steps:
1. Blood Draw
First, a small amount of your blood is drawn in the same way as standard lab tests. This blood is then spun in a centrifuge to isolate the plasma and platelet-rich portion. The platelets contain growth factors and proteins that are vital to the healing process.
2. Facial Preparation
Your face is thoroughly cleansed and prepped for the PRP application. For enhanced stimulation of collagen production, Dr. Gill performs a gentle microneedling of the treatment areas with an FDA-approved microneedling device.
3. PRP Application
The PRP, rich in your natural regenerative growth factors, is then applied topically via injection or microneedling over any areas of concern – typically the forehead, eyes, cheeks and neck. The treatment jumpstarts the regenerative capacity of your own blood for dramatic skin renewal.
As the platelets get to work stimulating localized healing and collagen growth, you’ll notice a remarkable improvement in texture, tone, elasticity, and overall brightness and smoothness of the skin. Results emerge gradually over the next few weeks as your body regenerates facial tissue. Continued improvements can be seen for up to 12 months following treatment.
Performed by an experienced provider like Dr. Gill, Vampire Facial is extremely safe and non-invasive. There are no risks of allergic reaction or rejection, with just mild redness and swelling for about 24 hours as the common side effects.
Benefits of the Vampire Facial
This innovative approach to facial rejuvenation offers a host of benefits for reviving a youthful complexion:
- All-natural regeneration: It utilizes the patient’s own blood to harness natural healing factors like platelets, growth factors, and stem cells. These trigger collagen production, cellular turnover, and new blood vessel formation for smoother, more vibrant skin without foreign substances.
- Minimally invasive treatment: The procedure involves a simple blood draw, followed by microneedling to allow the nutrient-rich plasma to penetrate the skin. It takes 30-60 minutes with no downtime.
- Long-lasting collagen restoration: Effects can last 12 months or more as the growth factors stimulate continual collagen regeneration over time. Many patients only need a single annual touch-up session to maintain their youthful results.
- Addresses multiple signs of aging: It can improve fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, enlarged pores, uneven tone, dullness, and loss of firmness by targeting structural changes below the skin’s surface.
- Safe for all skin types: The Vampire Facial is appropriate even for sensitive, rosacea, or acne-prone skin, as it uses the patient’s own cells without risk of rejection.
- More comfortable than laser resurfacing: The Vampire Facial avoids thermal damage to the skin caused by laser or dermabrasion. Patients experience minimal discomfort during the procedure.
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Why Choose Gill Aesthetic Institute for Your Vampire Facial?
When considering any facial rejuvenation treatment – especially one as specialized as the Vampire Facial – it’s essential to choose an experienced, licensed provider you can trust for safe, effective results.
Here’s why Gill Aesthetic Institute is the leading choice for Vampire Facials in Lodi and the surrounding Central Valley region:
Advanced Training and Certification
Dr. Gill has undergone specialized training directly from the Vampire Facial inventor, Dr. Charles Runels, and is officially licensed to perform this unique procedure.
Customized Treatment Plans
We don’t take a “one-size-fits-all” approach. Dr. Gill will evaluate your individual skin needs and goals to develop a customized Vampire Facial protocol for you.
Cutting-Edge Technology
Our state-of-the-art centrifuges and microneedling devices allow us to isolate your PRP and stimulate collagen with precision for optimal results.
Proven Effectiveness
Dr. Gill has years of experience performing various facial rejuvenation procedures. Vampire Facial patients routinely enjoy remarkable improvements in their skin quality and appearance.
Emphasis on Comfort
Your comfort and safety are our top priorities. We utilize numbing cream or juice as needed so the microneedling portion of your treatment is as comfortable as possible.
Convenient Lodi Location
Our soothing, contemporary atmosphere provides the ideal setting to restore your natural radiance. Indulge in our signature Vampire Facial for smoother, brighter, more youthful-looking skin.
What to Expect During Your Vampire Facial Consultation and Treatment
Dr. Gill and our team will make your Vampire Facial experience as smooth and pleasant as possible from your initial consultation through your customized treatment. Here’s what you can expect:
Consultation
During your consultation, Dr. Gill will discuss your skin concerns, aesthetic goals, medical history and any questions you may have about the Vampire Facial. She will explain in detail how the treatment works and what results you can anticipate. A personalized treatment plan will be developed based on this step.
Day of Treatment
On the day of your Vampire Facial, we recommend coming to your appointment with a clean face, no lotions or makeup. The treatment takes about 90 minutes from start to finish. You’ll be seated comfortably as we walk you through each step:
| Step | Description | |
| 1 | Blood Draw | Using a small needle, we’ll draw 20-40ml of your blood, similar to a lab test. |
| 2 | PRP Preparation | Your blood sample is placed in our centrifuge to isolate the platelet-rich plasma containing regenerative growth factors. |
| 3 | Numbing (Optional) | A topical numbing cream or juice can be applied 20-30 minutes prior to microneedling if desired for added comfort. |
| 4 | Microneedling | Utilizing a pen-like device equipped with tiny needles, Dr. Gill will gently microneedle the treatment areas to stimulate collagen. This takes 5-10 minutes and feels like light pinpricks. |
| 5 | PRP Application | Your isolated PRP will then be applied via microneedling or injection over the treatment zones. You may feel mild pinching from the injections. |
| 6 | Recovery | After your session you can return to normal activities immediately. Some temporary redness, swelling and sensitivity are common for about 24 hours. Cold compresses, NSAIDs and arnica gel can provide relief. |
| 7 | Results | Within 2-4 weeks you’ll notice improvements in tone, texture, fine lines, and overall smoothness and radiance. Continued collagen regeneration over the next 12 months will further enhance your Vampire Facial results. |
| 8 | Recommendations | Dr. Gill will review proper skincare and sun protection protocols to maintain your beautiful results long-term. Yearly touch-up sessions are recommended. |
Are You a Good Candidate for the Vampire Facial?
The Vampire Facial is suitable for most patients who want to improve moderate signs of facial aging or skin dullness and texture. Good candidates include:
- Patients 30 to 70 years old experiencing age-related changes like fine lines, wrinkles, and pigmentation. The Vampire Facial stimulates your body’s own collagen production for natural-looking rejuvenation.
- Patients with mild to moderate acne scarring, enlarged pores, or rough texture. The growth factors in your plasma help renew and resurface the skin.
- Patients looking for an alternative to lasers, chemical peels or dermabrasion. The Vampire Facial is less invasive with no thermal damage to the skin.
- Patients wanting gradual, longer-lasting results. Effects emerge over several weeks and can last up to 18 months with natural collagen regeneration.
- Patients with dull, tired-looking skin lacking radiance. Microneedling allows better penetration of your plasma’s nutrients for improved glow.
- Patients who have had unsuccessful outcomes with neurotoxins or fillers. The Vampire Facial stimulates your own collagen instead of introducing foreign substances.
- Patients with dry skin, fine hair, sun damage, or early jowling and sagging. The growth factors enhance facial structure for lifted, hydrated skin.
The Vampire Facial isn’t recommended for patients with very sensitive skin or blood disorders. A consultation with Dr. Gill will determine if you are a good candidate.
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Restore Your Most Radiant Skin with a Vampire Facial
If you’re bothered by fine lines, wrinkles, sun spots, uneven skin tone or loss of firmness, the innovative Vampire Facial is the right treatment for you!
The team at Gill Aesthetic Institute is proud to offer this advanced, minimally invasive facial rejuvenation option to patients in Lodi. We invite you to schedule a private consultation with Dr. Gill to determine if the Vampire Facial can help you achieve your aesthetic goals.
To book your Vampire Facial consultation or treatment at our relaxing Lodi office, contact us today. We look forward to reviving your most vibrant, gorgeous skin!