Clinical Education
PRP therapy aftercare: what your scalp needs in the first 30 days
PRP therapy aftercare is designed to support the controlled healing response triggered by treatment. The goal is to avoid adding heat, friction or irritation while the scalp settles.
Quick guide
The essential points
- 1First 48 hours
- 2Days 3–14
- 3Sessions and spacing
First 48 hours
No washing, no heat, no sweat. Let the injection sites close.
“Between sessions, a calm scalp is easier to care for consistently than an irritated one.”
Days 3–14
Reintroduce a mild cleanse. Once cleared, a leave-in scalp lotion reduces the surface irritation that makes people abandon the protocol.
Sessions and spacing
Most protocols run three to four sessions spaced four weeks apart. Scalp condition between sessions is what compounds.
Common questions
What readers usually ask
When can I wash my hair after PRP therapy?
Many protocols avoid washing for the first 48 hours, but your treating clinician's instructions should take priority.
How are PRP sessions commonly spaced?
Many protocols use three to four sessions around four weeks apart. Your clinician may adjust this schedule for your scalp and treatment plan.