Microneedling works by prompting the skin to repair controlled injury through collagen production. PRP works by delivering concentrated growth factors that accelerate tissue regeneration. Each produces real results on its own. Combined in a single session, the two reinforce each other in a way neither can replicate alone.
At VIVE Med Spa, we offer microneedling PRP facials in Verona, WI, for patients in Fitchburg, Madison, Middleton, Oregon, Belleville, Sun Prairie, Cross Plains, Mount Horeb, and New Glarus. The outdoor pace of life in Dane County, from summer afternoons on the water to long winters that stress the skin’s moisture barrier, leaves most patients dealing with a combination of UV damage, textural change, and collagen loss rather than a single isolated concern. This treatment addresses those compounded challenges directly.
The microneedling PRP facial, commonly known as the Vampire facial, combines two procedures in a single appointment. First, a professional-grade microneedling device (SkinPen®) creates thousands of controlled micro-injuries across the skin’s surface, triggering the wound-healing cascade that produces new collagen and elastin. Immediately after, PRP (platelet-rich plasma) derived from a small sample of your own blood is applied to the treated skin, where it is drawn into the open microchannels and absorbed at a depth that topical application cannot reach.
Studies comparing the two approaches consistently show greater improvement in acne scarring, skin tone, texture, and elasticity with the combined treatment than with microneedling alone.
The combined treatment improves scar appearance more than needling alone, particularly in atrophic scarring where dermal density has been lost. Growth factor infusion accelerates scar tissue remodeling.
Collagen stimulation from both the needling and the PRP growth factors improves fine line depth and skin firmness progressively over the weeks following treatment.
Irregular tone, rough texture, and post-inflammatory pigmentation respond to the accelerated cell turnover and improved tissue quality the combined approach produces.
Elastin production is stimulated alongside collagen, improving the skin’s resilience and reducing early laxity across the cheeks, jawline, and neck.
For patients who want a comprehensive approach to skin quality rather than a single targeted concern, this treatment addresses several dimensions of skin aging in one session.
A small blood sample is drawn in the office at the start of your appointment and processed in a centrifuge to isolate the platelet-rich plasma. This takes approximately 10 to 15 minutes and runs while your skin is being prepped.
Topical numbing is applied and allowed to take full effect before microneedling begins. PRP is applied and worked in during and immediately after the needling pass. Sessions take 60 to 90 minutes from blood draw through completion.
Redness and mild swelling are typically more pronounced than after standard microneedling, due to the growth factor response. Most patients experience two to four days of visible redness, with the skin remaining sensitive for up to a week.
Most patients complete three to six sessions spaced four to six weeks apart. A maintenance session every three to six months sustains the collagen response over the longer term.
The VIVE Wallet is a monthly savings program that lets you set money aside for future treatments. Your contributions stay yours to spend on services, and membership adds savings on aesthetic services and retail skincare, along with additional perks throughout the year. Three levels are available: Silver, Gold, and Platinum.
Combining two active treatments in a single session requires a provider who understands both independently and how they interact. The growth factor component adds complexity beyond a standard microneedling session, including blood draw technique, centrifugation, and the timing of PRP application relative to the needling pass. At VIVE, every step is carried out with the same precision we apply to injectable treatments, because the quality of the PRP preparation directly affects the result.
Patients from across Verona, Fitchburg, Madison, and the surrounding communities who have tried standard facials and wanted a more substantive clinical result find this treatment sits at the right intersection of efficacy and accessibility.
The name comes from the use of your own blood-derived plasma as the active ingredient. It is a popular culture reference rather than a clinical descriptor. The treatment itself is a well-studied combination of collagen induction therapy and growth factor application.
Studies comparing the two approaches consistently show greater improvement in acne scarring, as well as in skin tone, texture, and elasticity. Your consultation will cover what that difference is likely to mean for your specific concern.
In most cases, yes. Because PRP is derived from your own blood, the risk of allergic reaction or immune response is very low. The collagen induction component is also appropriate across skin tones. Your consultation will confirm whether any specific skin conditions affect your candidacy.
Most patients experience two to four days of visible redness, with residual sensitivity for up to seven days. Recovery is more pronounced than with standard microneedling, which is why planning sessions around lower-visibility days or weekends is worth considering.
Yes. If you have a standard microneedling session scheduled and want to upgrade to include PRP, let us know in advance so the blood draw can be incorporated into your appointment time.
For patients who want the most from a single skin treatment session, the microneedling PRP facial delivers a depth of improvement that neither component achieves on its own. At VIVE Med Spa in Verona, WI, we walk you through the process before treatment begins, so you know what to expect from the appointment and the weeks that follow.
Patients from Verona, Fitchburg, Madison, Middleton, Sun Prairie, Cross Plains, Mount Horeb, and the surrounding area trust us to make that process worth the investment.
Book a consultation to explore your goals, ask questions, or learn which treatments are the best fit for you. If you are ready to book or simply want to learn more about what we offer, our team is happy to walk you through your options. We are here to help.
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