Many people struggle with fine lines, dullness, and skin that no longer looks as vibrant as it once did. Traditional treatments often offer temporary improvements or rely on synthetic substances that don’t address the deeper causes of aging.
At Lively Wellness & Aesthetics in Odessa, TX, we offer Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy as a safe, natural way to restore youthful vitality to your skin. If you’re seeking long-term skin rejuvenation without surgery or artificial fillers, PRP offers a results-driven solution that supports your beauty from the inside out.
Platelet-rich plasma therapy is a regenerative treatment that uses the healing components of your own blood to restore and rejuvenate the skin. It’s commonly used in both medical and cosmetic settings to promote collagen production, speed healing, and improve skin texture.
The platelet-rich plasma, or PRP, is obtained by taking a small sample of your blood, spinning it, and then the platelet-rich plasma that surfaces to the top in your treatment. Using your own PRP aids in the production of collagen, which helps reduce the appearance of wrinkles, as well as promotes younger-looking skin and smoothness. The procedure is simple since it uses your own plasma; it is natural, highly effective, and yields better results along with a speedy healing process.
PRP therapy is a versatile treatment that addresses a wide range of skin and aesthetic concerns by stimulating your body’s natural healing and collagen-building processes. At Lively Wellness & Aesthetics, we use PRP to treat the following conditions with noticeable, long-term improvements:
Whether you’re concerned about aging, scarring, or overall skin quality, PRP offers a safe, regenerative solution tailored to your unique needs.
PRP activates your body’s natural collagen synthesis, which helps restore firmness and elasticity to the skin. This collagen boost supports long-term skin rejuvenation and a more youthful appearance.
The growth factors in PRP help renew skin cells, leading to smoother, healthier-looking skin. Many patients notice an improvement in radiance, reduced roughness, and more even pigmentation.
Because PRP contains concentrated healing components from your own blood, it significantly reduces recovery time after procedures like microneedling or laser resurfacing. You’ll experience less redness and faster results compared to standalone treatments.
PRP therapy utilizes your own blood components, making it a safe and biocompatible treatment with minimal risk of side effects. No synthetic fillers or foreign substances are used—just your body’s own healing power.
At Dr. Charles Lively’s office, we combine PRP with advanced aesthetic treatments to amplify results and speed healing. By harnessing your body’s natural growth factors, we enhance skin rejuvenation from the inside out.
Microneedling creates controlled micro-injuries in the skin, triggering the production of collagen and cellular renewal. When PRP is layered over the skin immediately after microneedling, the growth factors penetrate deeply, accelerating repair and amplifying results.
This pairing is especially effective for treating enlarged pores, fine lines, acne scars, and dull or uneven texture. Patients often notice a radiant glow within days, with continued improvement over several weeks.
After a fractional laser procedure like CO₂ or Erbium resurfacing, the skin is in a prime state to absorb healing factors. Applying PRP immediately after treatment enhances the regenerative response, soothes redness, reduces inflammation, and promotes faster skin turnover.
This combination helps improve firmness, reduce deep wrinkles, fade pigmentation, and improve overall texture while minimizing downtime. Patients typically recover more comfortably and achieve smoother, more dramatic rejuvenation.
Injectable PRP is used as a natural volumizer in areas where the skin is thinning or aging prematurely, such as the tear troughs, cheeks, nasolabial folds, and neck. Unlike synthetic fillers, PRP stimulates the body to rebuild its own tissue, leading to gradual thickening, smoothing, and tightening.
It’s an ideal solution for patients seeking a subtle, organic approach to facial rejuvenation with long-term benefits. Results develop over several weeks as collagen builds and skin quality improves from within.
While many skin rejuvenation options are available today, PRP therapy offers a unique, biologically driven approach that uses your own healing factors to restore and refresh the skin. It stands apart from other treatments by enhancing skin from the inside out without relying on synthetic ingredients, chemicals, or muscle paralysis.
Dermal fillers are designed to instantly add volume to areas of the face that have lost fullness, such as the cheeks, lips, or nasolabial folds. However, fillers don’t improve skin tone, elasticity, or texture, and results typically last 6 to 12 months before needing touch-ups.
PRP, by contrast, works gradually by stimulating the production of collagen and elastin, leading to firmer, healthier skin over time. While not a direct substitute for volume loss, PRP can enhance skin quality and even complement the results of fillers.
Botox temporarily relaxes targeted facial muscles to smooth dynamic expression lines, like crow’s feet or frown lines. Its effects appear within days and last about 3 to 4 months, but it doesn’t improve the skin itself.
PRP targets the tissue, not the muscles, encouraging long-term skin rejuvenation through cell regeneration, improved texture, and subtle tightening. The two treatments often work well together, with Botox addressing expression lines and PRP supporting overall skin health.
Laser resurfacing treatments, such as CO₂ or Erbium lasers, remove damaged outer layers of skin and stimulate collagen using controlled thermal energy. They are ideal for correcting deeper wrinkles, scars, or pigmentation, but they also come with longer recovery times and increased sensitivity.
PRP is less aggressive but still regenerative, making it a great option for patients who want milder treatment with minimal downtime. When used in conjunction with laser therapy, PRP also accelerates healing, reduces inflammation, and enhances overall results.
Chemical peels remove dead skin cells and stimulate turnover using acids at varying depths. They’re effective for smoothing texture and fading discoloration, but results depend on the skin type and the depth of the peel. Deeper peels may require days to weeks of healing.
PRP doesn’t “peel” the skin but rather works below the surface to activate natural renewal processes. It’s well-suited for patients seeking to enhance texture and tone with minimal irritation and downtime.
PRP therapy is widely regarded as one of the safest cosmetic procedures available today. Because it uses your own blood (specifically your platelet-rich plasma), there is virtually no risk of allergic reaction, foreign body rejection, or cross-contamination. This makes PRP ideal for patients seeking a natural, biocompatible treatment with minimal complications.
Minor side effects like redness, swelling, or pinpoint bruising are temporary and usually resolve within a few days. There is no use of artificial chemicals or medications, just your body’s own healing factors working to restore healthy skin.
Your PRP session begins with a standard blood draw, typically from your arm, just like a routine lab test. The sample is placed in a centrifuge, where it spins for several minutes to separate the platelet-rich plasma from the other blood components.
Once prepared, the PRP is carefully applied or injected, depending on your treatment plan. If you’re receiving microneedling or a laser treatment, the PRP is spread across the skin to penetrate the microchannels. For injectable PRP, the treatment is administered directly into the target areas using a fine needle.
Most treatments take 45 to 90 minutes from start to finish. Patients often describe the sensation as a light stinging, mild pressure, or warmth, but discomfort is minimal and temporary.
After treatment, your skin may appear slightly red or feel tender, similar to a mild sunburn. This typically resolves within 24 to 72 hours, and most people resume normal activities within a day.
You’ll receive simple aftercare instructions to support healing and protect your results, such as avoiding makeup, direct sun exposure, or strenuous activity for a short period. As your skin regenerates, you’ll begin to notice a healthier glow, firmer texture, and ongoing improvements in tone and smoothness over the next few weeks.
PRP therapy offers long-lasting rejuvenation, but like all regenerative treatments, the best results are achieved through consistency and care. Most patients begin with a series of three sessions, spaced four to six weeks apart, to establish a strong foundation for collagen and cellular renewal.
To maintain your results, follow-up treatments are typically recommended every 6 to 12 months, depending on your skin goals and your body’s response.
Most patients begin with a series of three treatments, spaced four to six weeks apart, for optimal collagen production and skin rejuvenation. Maintenance sessions every 6 to 12 months can help extend and preserve your results, especially if combined with other treatments.
Some patients notice a healthy glow or smoother skin within the first week, but deeper improvements—such as firmer texture, softened lines, and enhanced tone—develop gradually over the following four to eight weeks. Since PRP stimulates your body’s own regeneration process, results look natural and continue to improve over time.
You should avoid wearing makeup for at least 24 hours after treatment, especially if microneedling or laser treatments were performed. This allows your skin to heal properly and reduces the risk of irritation or infection.
PRP therapy is suitable for a wide age range, from individuals in their 20s seeking preventative care to those in their 50s or 60s aiming to restore collagen and firmness. The treatment plan is always customized based on skin condition rather than age alone.
PRP may help improve pigmentation by supporting healthy skin turnover and reducing inflammation, but results can vary depending on the underlying cause. Dr. Lively may recommend combining PRP with targeted laser or topical treatments for optimal improvement.
At Lively Wellness & Aesthetics, Dr. Charles A. Lively, M.D. combines advanced medical expertise with a deep commitment to personalized care. With a focus on both internal wellness and external rejuvenation, Dr. Lively takes time to understand each patient’s unique goals, health history, and concerns.
Whether you’re receiving PRP with microneedling, lasers, or injectables, your treatment plan is designed specifically for you, utilizing state-of-the-art technology in a professional and compassionate setting. Patients benefit from a holistic approach that emphasizes safety, effectiveness, and natural-looking results.
In addition to offering advanced PRP applications, the clinic provides full-spectrum wellness support, including hormone optimization, risk factor assessments, and annual health evaluations. Certified laser technicians and an experienced aesthetic team ensure your care is delivered with precision and integrity.
With trusted tools like CO₂ and Erbium lasers, and premium skincare lines such as ZO® Skin Health and SkinMedica®, you’ll receive complete support for radiant, long-term results. At Lively Wellness & Aesthetics, the mission is simple: to help you feel amazing inside and out.
Ready to rejuvenate your skin naturally and safely? At Lively Wellness & Aesthetics, Dr. Charles Lively uses PRP with the administration of microneedling, laser peels, and fractional rejuvenation for patients from Odessa, Midland, and West Texas.
From your first consultation through follow-ups, we ensure a seamless and professional experience with certified technicians, advanced lasers, and premium skincare options like ZO® Skin Health and SkinMedica®. Your rejuvenation journey is supported every step of the way. Schedule your consultation today and discover how PRP can bring out your healthiest, most radiant skin naturally.