TL;DR: The PRP Care programme we coordinate in Seoul costs KRW 5,000,000 (about USD 3,800), valid until 31 March 2027. Up to 240cc of your own blood is drawn and spun in a centrifuge, and the platelet-rich plasma is injected into the facial skin. The programme also includes a separate IV wellness drip and 60 minutes of hyperbaric oxygen. It takes one treatment day, needs no general anaesthesia, and fits a stay of 3–4 nights. The research on PRP for facial skin is encouraging for skin thickness and elasticity, weaker for wrinkles, and change builds over months, not in a fortnight.
"PRP facial" can mean very different things depending on the clinic. Some apply plasma to the skin after microneedling, a treatment often sold as a "vampire facial". Others inject it. The amount of blood drawn, what else is in the package and how many days you need all vary. This guide sets out exactly what the PRP Care programme contains, so you can compare it in writing with anything else you are offered.
What is in the programme
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Blood drawn | Up to 240cc of your own blood |
| Preparation | Centrifuged to concentrate platelet-rich plasma (PRP) |
| Where it goes | Injected into the facial skin |
| IV wellness therapy | A separate drip, not PRP |
| Hyperbaric oxygen | 60 minutes |
| Time in Seoul | 3–4 nights, 1 treatment day |
| Anaesthesia | No general anaesthesia |
| Price | KRW 5,000,000 (≈ USD 3,800), valid until 31 March 2027 |
You pay the clinic's own price directly; Medical Korea Service adds no fee to you. The doctor confirms your final plan after consultation, and the cost is put in a written quote before you fly.
PRP injection vs the "vampire facial"
The name "vampire facial" is usually used for microneedling with PRP applied to the skin surface. PRP Care is different: the plasma is injected into the facial skin. A systematic review of PRP for facial rejuvenation noted that studies differ in whether PRP is applied topically or injected, and in the dose, which is one reason results are hard to compare (Rodríguez-Castro and Cortés-Rodríguez, Enferm Clin 2025, DOI). When you compare prices, ask which method is used and how much blood is drawn.
What PRP can and cannot do for facial skin
PRP is made from your own blood, so it is not a manufactured drug, and its effect depends on gradual repair of the skin. Here is what the reviews report.
- 20 studies, 514 patients (2025). Improvement was reported in 80% of studies that measured skin thickness and 75% of those that measured elasticity, but only 40% for wrinkles, 33% for texture and none for hydration. No serious adverse events were reported (Qin et al., Ann Plast Surg 2025, DOI).
- 12 studies (2023). Eleven showed improvement, including three split-face randomised trials, but many outcomes were subjective and the authors called for stronger trials (Gentile and Garcovich, Plast Reconstr Surg 2023, DOI).
- Overview of 13 reviews (2024). Most underlying studies were uncontrolled, and the authors concluded that the evidence is not yet enough for firm conclusions (Cruciani et al., Blood Transfus 2024, DOI).
In plain terms: PRP is a reasonable option if your concern is skin quality, firmness or a tired-looking face, and you are comfortable with gradual change. It is not a lift. If your cheeks or jawline have visibly dropped, a surgical assessment is the honest next step; our thread lift, mini facelift and deep plane guide explains where that line falls.
Who it suits
| If your concern is | What to discuss first |
|---|---|
| Dull skin, visible pores or redness on the face | PRP Care |
| Early loss of firmness and fine lines, and you also want device lifting | Anti-Aging Care |
| Cheek or jawline that has visibly dropped | A surgical assessment, not PRP |
| Pigmentation as the main concern | Pigment-specific care |
A typical 3–4 night plan
- Day 1: arrive, consultation with the doctor, plan confirmed.
- Treatment day: blood draw, centrifuge preparation, PRP injection into the facial skin, IV wellness drip and 60 minutes of hyperbaric oxygen.
- Remaining nights: rest and a check before you fly.
Injection-related bruising and swelling are the side effects most often reported in the studies above; ask the doctor how long they usually last for you before you book flights.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a PRP facial in Korea?
The PRP Care programme we coordinate is KRW 5,000,000 (about USD 3,800), valid until 31 March 2027. It includes the PRP injection, an IV wellness drip and 60 minutes of hyperbaric oxygen.
Is PRP injected or applied?
In PRP Care it is injected into the facial skin.
Do I need general anaesthesia?
No.
How long should I stay in Seoul?
3–4 nights, with one treatment day.
When will I see a change?
Change builds gradually over months rather than in a fortnight, and the reviews show results vary by what is measured.
Next step
Compare all three programmes on our regenerative care page, read how to choose a skin clinic in Seoul, or see skin boosters in Korea. To ask whether PRP suits your skin, send a consultation request or message us on WhatsApp at +82 10 6886 8860.
This article is general information, not medical advice. Results vary by patient and are not guaranteed. Images are AI-generated models, not patients.