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Portable Centrifuge Machine Lands at Cosmetic Courses

As we make our way into Spring, we have decided to do a bit of spring cleaning and introduce a new PRP system to our training clinic.

Out with the old and in with the new they say! 

We have replaced our older and larger centrifuge machine with the new Cellenis Portable PRP machine.

PRP MachineThe compact machine (weighing 5kgs) is easy to move around. With an automatic lid-locking system it makes a great travel buddy for those of you who are mobile aesthetic practitioners.

To purchase a portable centrifuge from us then please contact the team on 01844 390110 or email us directly at [email protected].

Cellenis have also introduced a simple and efficient PRP preparation system with outstanding results.

5 Simple Steps

This new preparation system follows five simple steps down from the previous 6:

  1. Blood is drawn from the patient
  2. Blood drawn tubes are then inserted into the Centrifuge (10 minutes)
  3. Remove % of PPP (platelet-poor plasma)
  4. Gently inverted 10 x to re-suspend the platelets
  5. Withdraw the PRP (platelet-rich plasma)

This ground breaking new system has plenty of perks, one of which being that it now operates a closed system meaning a more sterile and faster process.

prp seperationWhat is Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy?

Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy is a treatment that rejuvenates the skin resulting in a fresher, brighter appearance.

The treatment uses the bodies own growth factors to promote healthier younger skin. Using the Cellenis system, blood is drawn from the patient then spun in the centrifuge which separates the platelet-poor plasma and platelet-rich plasma.

The clear plasma is re-injected back into the skin which stimulates soft tissue rejuvenation.

Platelet rich plasma therapy is suitable for all skin types and recovery time is little to none providing long lasting results.

Why is it so popular as an aesthetic treatment?

Kim Kardashian PRP

Kim Kardashian after PRP

PRP has been around for many years and begun its life in the 1970’s with its first use in Italy (1987) were it was used for open heart surgery. It’s popularity rose with the discovery of its medical benefits in the mid-1990s. Since then it has been used in a variety of medical fields from cosmetic surgery, dentistry, sports therapy and pain relief.

A favourite with patients because of it’s natural process, using their own blood to produce healthier skin. The treatment has also become a must have to the stars with Kim Kardashian leading the way in this extraordinary treatment.

Platelet Rich Plasma Training at Cosmetic Courses

At Cosmetic Courses we offer PRP training to our delegates in a comprehensive day long course. The day itself covers skin anatomy, the Cellenis products and practical hands-on experience on live models provided by us. On completion of your training you will receive a certificate to start practicing this advanced skin treatment. You are also able to purchase a centrifuge and preparation kits directly from us allowing you to get started as soon as you leave!

This is  a great treatment to add to your portfolio with an array of benefits for yourself, your patients and your clinic.

Available Course Dates for PRP:

6th April 2017 | Buckinghamshire – Book Now

29th June 2017 | Buckinghamshire – Book Now

For more information on Platelet Rich Plasma and the new Cellenis Centrifuge please contact the team on 01844 390110 or email us at [email protected]

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With PRP Therapy in the media, now’s a great time to train

We’ve seen increased interest in our PRP Therapy training over the last couple of weeks thanks to a certain reality show.

The treatment, also known as the Vampire Facelift, was recently featured on ITVBe’s ‘The Real Housewives of Cheshire’.

In the show, which aired last Monday, life coach Tanya Bardsley was seen inviting friends Ampika Pickston and Leanne Brown along when she went for the treatment.

With admirable candour, she confessed that she would “eat donkey poo” if it meant looking younger.

PRP on the TV

And it’s not the first reality show to feature the treatment. PRP Therapy first received widespread attention thanks to ‘Keeping Up With The Kardashians’, where Kim was famously filmed undergoing treatment.

You may have seen the dramatic photos that circulated in several magazines afterwards, showing Kim’s face dotted with blood.

With such an increase in prominence for the treatment, you may find your own patients start to ask you about PRP Therapy – if they haven’t already. Which makes now a great time to train.

About Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy

The PRP Therapy technique has been used in medicine for many years, in such varied fields as orthopaedics, dentistry, neurosurgery and ophthalmology.

This system uses the Tropocells technique to obtain a concentrated dose of clear plasma from a sample of the patient’s blood. Dense with blood platelets, this plasma is injected back into the body (in the case of aesthetics, into the skin), where a huge ‘hit’ of growth factors is released to stimulate repair and rejuvenation.

Why train in PRP Therapy 

Training in the treatment will give you an excellent add-on to your practice. It’s particularly useful for the delicate areas around the eyes, which are usually difficult to treat with Botox and dermal fillers. As such, it can be used in conjunction with other injectable and rejuvenating treatments as part of a wider treatment regime.

As an autologous system, patients who are not keen on using artificial products may be happier to try PRP Therapy as it is completely natural – and therefore reassuringly safe.

It can be used on all skin types, involves very little downtime for your patients, and has long-lasting results. And as an added advantage for your practice, the treatment is very cost-effective as it incurs very little outlays.

Finding out more

At Cosmetic Courses we offer PRP Therapy training at the Paddocks Clinic in Buckinghamshire. Training takes one day and courses are held monthly. Our next available course date is 18th February 2015.

To find out more or book your place, please contact the team on 01844 390110 or email [email protected].

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Spotlight on Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy

Before it came to prominence as the ‘Vampire Facelift’, Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy (PRP Therapy) was quietly being used for other applications in general medicine.

The technique has historically been used for a surprising number of clinical treatments and surgical procedures. These have included treating problematic wounds and facial bone defects, as well as cosmetic surgery.

In its latest incarnation, as an increasingly popular non-surgical aesthetic treatment, Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy uses the regenerative properties of a patient’s blood plasma to induce skin rejuvenation.

What does Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy involve?

The first part of the treatment involves taking a blood sample from a patient’s arm. This sample is then spun in a centrifuge to isolate the dense platelet-rich plasma that will form the basis of the treatment.

A numbing cream is liberally applied to the patient’s face, and the specially isolated plasma is injected into the face. This can be all over, or targeted at specific problem areas. After treatment, the patient’s skin may be slightly red, but this is usually all.

The reinjected platelets are rich in beneficial growth factors, which they release into the skin. This encourages the fibroblasts to produce more collagen and elastin over time, which helps to stimulate repair and regeneration of the skin.

After a course of Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy (three sessions is recommended), a patient’s skin will gradually begin to look more radiant and youthful as the treatment continues to work.

How about the side effects – are there any?

The beauty of PRP Therapy is that because it uses no synthetic products, just the patient’s own blood cells, it is extremely safe to administer. Most patients tolerate the treatment very well, with the overall risk of side effects such as bruising or swelling very low.

The benefits of Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy for your practice

PRP Therapy is a safe, effective rejuvenating treatment backed up by clinical data. Several studies, including one in the Annals of Dermatology in November 2011, have concluded that the treatment can activate fibroblasts and lead to new collagen formation.

It is a very low-cost treatment to perform once you’ve invested in a centrifuge, as it requires minimal supplies for each patient. A course of three PRP Therapy treatments is usually charged out at around £600, making it an extremely profitable addition to your practice.

Training in Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy can be completed in one day and costs only £295 + VAT. To find out more about adding PRP Therapy to your repertoire, please contact our team on 01844 390110 or email [email protected].

 

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PRP Therapy – could it boost the success of your clinic?

As a professional in the aesthetic industry, you are always looking out for the most innovative and effective treatments to add to your repertoire, enter PRP Therapy. PRP Therapy

PRP Therapy (Platelet Rich Plasma) Training, the newest addition to our course programme, has proven incredibly popular with our delegates and patients alike. Being very much in the news and with low start-up costs, PRP Therapy could prove a very profitable addition to your clinic.

Here are some of the reasons PRP may benefit you and your patients:

  1. Patients have reported great results and keep returning for more.
  2. Ideal for patients who don’t like to use superficial products on their face.
  3. Small start-up costs for new clinics.
  4. Suitable for both the face and neck, and all skin types.
  5. Simpler and quicker technique than other platelet rich plasma systems.
  6. No external activating process – the plasma is activated when it enters the skin, with no need for any unnatural products.

Training in PRP 

You will need to be proficient in Botox & Filler injections to train in PRP Therapy. If you would like more information about training in PRP Therapy, the team would be happy to advise. Call us on 01844 390110 or email [email protected].

Who are Cosmetic Courses?

The UK’s leading aesthetic training provider in botox and dermal fillers for medical professionals both online and offline led by Plastic Surgeon Mr Adrian Richards.

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