ACell + PRP Hair Regrowth Therapy Delivers Real Results

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Who: A 56 year-old white male software engineer living in the Bay Area

What: ACell + PRP Hair Regrowth Therapy + microneedling with Dr. Lisa at Serenity MedSpa.

Why: To address diffuse hair thinning resulting from androgenic alopecia.

Can you describe your hair in general?

I’ve always had fine hair and a fairly high hairline. It was like that even back in college. I lost it gradually, over time.

What made you decide to take action?

Even though I’ve always taken good care of my health by eating well and working out regularly, my hair loss always bothered me. It just didn’t seem like there was anything I could do to stop it. Then I saw a picture of myself from last fall that gave me a harsh dose of reality. I was out with friends and was looking down when the photo was taken so you can very clearly see the crown of my head. I couldn’t believe how much of my scalp was showing! It was a lot worse than I thought.

How did you hear about platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections?

I did a lot of online research and learned about PRP when I was considering a hair transplant. I originally tried PRP alone once at a different Bay Area clinic. But after about 6 months, I couldn’t tell a difference.  It didn’t feel like a good value, so I didn’t go back.

What made you give PRP another shot?

I started searching for other places near me that offered both PRP and ACell combined.  When I learned about Serenity’s procedure I knew I wanted to try it.

What about Serenity’s approach intrigued you most?

Serenity MedSpa combines PRP with ACell and microneedling, which seems like a much more targeted way to get results. Dr. Lisa described adding ACell to the PRP therapy as a way to enhance the results of the PRP therapy. ACell gives it real boost in terms of growth and overall hair quality.

What was the experience like?

I started with a consultation with Dr. Lisa last October, including a free hair evaluation and trichoscopy report to assess my hair loss and create a baseline for my upcoming treatment. I scheduled my appointment for November. And then came back for a microneedling booster treatment in December to support new growth. Even with the numbing shots on the day of the injections, there was definitely some discomfort, but based on my results, it was well worth it.

What kinds of changes are you seeing?

The ACell + PRP therapy definitely “woke up” a lot of my hair follicles on my crown. I could see results within the first two months. And it is continuing to get better. My hair is finally coming back. I’m more confident and a lot more secure with my self-image. Plus I don’t worry about my hair nearly as much as I did before the treatment. Having thicker, healthier hair definitely makes me look younger.

Did you do anything else to support your hair’s progress?

To ensure I got good results, I took daily supplements—Nutrafol for men, which is formulated to support hair growth. And I also used Hair Medica shampoo and conditioner. These are products Dr. Lisa recommended and that Serenity MedSpa sells. I figured why not do everything possible?

Do your results match your expectations?

To be honest, I was skeptical about the whole thing—especially after having a disappointing experience with just the PRP alone. I’ve been totally surprised and really pleased by the way my hair looks now.

Have any of your friends noticed?

Absolutely. Some of them know I did ACell +  PRP and have commented on the positive changes. I also saw a friend a few weeks ago that I hadn’t spent time with in over a year who told me I looked great. He couldn’t pinpoint what was different about me, he just said I looked better and more handsome than before. That’s pretty much the best compliment you can get.

Learn more about ACell + PRP Hair Regrowth Thereapy at Serenity MedSpa.  

*Results May Vary