Growth Factors & Exosomes
TREATMENT
Growth Factors
Growth factors are targeted to address ageing and damaged skin using natural tissue repair mechanisms. Different types of growth factors are used:
Helps cell growth, proliferation and wound healing
Stimulates collagen production and tissue repair
Supports fibroblast growth and stimulates collagen and elastin production.
Helps in wound healing, repair and tissue regeneration.
TREATMENT
What are Exosomes?
Exosomes are biomolecules derived from stem cells and contain growth factors. Together, exosomes and growth factors bring about the healing of the body. Exosomes are used in facials and other aesthetic treatment procedures to treat the following conditions:
Loose skin
Pigmentation
Acne
Scarring
Lines and Wrinkles
Rosacea
Dermatitis (including eczema)
An exosome facial uses a powerful serum to stimulate collagen and elastin production, rejuvenating your skin.
TREATMENT
Who Needs Growth Factors & Exosomes Treatment?
Growth factor and exosome treatment is useful for individuals with:
Tissue injuries
Skin ageing
Hair loss
Scars
These are recommended for individuals looking for non-surgical regenerative solutions for skin tissue repair and rejuvenation.
What Happens During a Growth Factors & Exosome Procedure?
Here’s what happens during the procedure:
The dermatologist will draw a small amount of blood or tissue, depending on whether they wish to use growth factors or exosomes.
The collected blood or tissue is processed to isolate the growth factor or exosomes.
The growth factor or exosome solution is applied topically or injected into the target area. This helps promote healing and stimulates tissue regeneration.
PROCEDURE
How do Growth Factors & Exosomes Treatment Work?
Growth factors and exosome treatment use the regenerative properties of growth factors and exosomes derived from platelet-rich plasma (PRP) or stem cells.
When applied to the targeted areas, growth factors and exosomes stimulate cellular repair, tissue regeneration and collagen production to renew, repair and rejuvenate your skin.
RISKS
How Do You Prepare for Growth Factors & Exosomes?
Before undergoing growth factor and exosome treatment, here are a few things to help you prepare for it:
Avoid non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and blood thinners
Avoid alcohol consumption and use of tobacco as they interfere with the body’s natural healing process.
The doctor at Hortman Clinics will advise you on other measures to take to prepare for growth factor and exosome treatment.
RECOVERY
Benefits of Exosomes and Growth Factors Procedure
If you are wondering about getting growth factors or exosome treatment, here are a few benefits of the procedure:
Stimulate collagen and elastin production
Bring about skin regeneration
Promote skin repair
Reinforce the skin barrier
Modulate immune responses and show anti-inflammatory effects
Reduce pigmentation and dark spots
Prevent skin ageing
DOCTOR
Consult our doctor
If you are looking to improve your skin texture or reduce fine lines and ageing but are unsure about undergoing invasive procedures, growth factor and exosome treatment may be for you. Book a consultation with our expert today and know if this procedure suits you!
Frequently asked questions
Since exosomes are natural components found in the body, their use in skin care products and treatments is safe. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is best to discuss the safety of exosomes with your dermatologist.
The safety of skincare treatments during pregnancy and in breastfeeding women has not been studied extensively. If you are pregnant or lactating, discussing the safety of exosome and growth factor treatment with your obstetrician and dermatologist is best.
The results of this procedure take 1 to 3 months to become evident. However, some people begin to notice improvement in their skin around 1 week after the procedure.
Exosomes are naturally occurringg molecules in the body. They are drawn from the body to be used topically, injected into the ski, or combinedd with other treatments. The primary goal of exosome treatment is to reduce signs of ageing and improve the firmness and elasticity of the skin.
Exosomes help reduce early signs of ageing, including fine lines and wrinkles, giving you a youthful appearance.
Exosomes have been shown to stimulate collagen production. Collagen is a protein found in skin and other parts of the body. In the skin, collagen improves firmness and elasticity. So, in a way, exosomes tighten the skin.
Growth factor and exosome treatment are not painful. However, if these components are injected into the skin, you may experience mild discomfort or a tingling sensation.
Since exosomes are naturally present in the body, treatment using exosomes does not cause any side effects. However, you may experience mild redness or discomfort at the treatment site, which resolves in a few hours.
If you have undergone exosome face therapy, you will begin seeing and feeling gradual improvement in your skin texture—reduced pigmentation, firmer skin, and a radiant appearance.
Growth factors help skin healing, tissue repair and regeneration. They also help reduce inflammation in the skin and work on melanocytes to cause depigmentation.