Vampire facials have become increasingly popular in recent years, with celebrities and athletes alike touting their benefits. But with the recent news of two people who underwent treatment at a New Mexico spa testing positive for HIV, facial treatment safety has been called into question. Is a vampire facial safe? In this article, we'll explore the risks and benefits of vampire facials, as well as how to ensure your safety when undergoing the procedure. Vampire facials involve drawing a person's blood and then separating it in a centrifuge to obtain platelet-rich plasma or PRP.
This plasma is then injected back into the person's face. People have vampire facials for anti-aging purposes, as well as reducing the appearance of scars and lines and plumping the skin. The idea of a spa treatment that leverages the body's own resources instead of injecting drugs or fillers appeals to fans of vampire facials. Used on thousands of patients around the world, vampire facial treatment has been proven to be safe and effective. Vampire facials contain only autologous components (from your own body) and no serious adverse reactions (nodules, bumps, or granulomas) have been reported.
Risks of Vampire Facials
Despite its proven safety record, there are still risks associated with vampire facials.Bloodborne disease transmission is possible if the equipment is not sterilized. Other people who came to the spa for services involving injections were urged to get tested for HIV and hepatitis. If diseases such as HIV or hepatitis C or B are hidden inside a blood sample and those containers are not properly discarded or disinfected, it is not ruled out that an uninfected person can easily contract infections at some point during their facial treatment. That said, if the needles are reused, the equipment is not cleaned, or another patient's blood was used for your vampire facial treatment, you risk contracting an infection.
How to Ensure Your Safety
The New Mexico Department of Health announced this week that a VIP Spa customer developed an undisclosed infection that may come from a vampire facial treatment at the spa. To ensure your safety when undergoing a vampire facial, it's important to do your research and find a reputable provider.Make sure they use sterile equipment and follow all safety protocols. London plastic surgeon Christopher Inglefield warns that attempting a vampire facial puts him at risk of “bleeding, serious infection, nerve injury, blindness and tissue necrosis”. To avoid these risks, make sure you only go to a qualified professional who has experience performing vampire facials.
Benefits of Vampire Facials
In Vampire Facial, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) can be used anywhere on the body to reduce pigmentation, reduce stretch marks, treat wrinkles and lighten scars. Prices vary for a vampire facial depending on where you live and where you get your own, but don't expect it to be cheap. Vampire facials offer many benefits for those looking to improve their skin's appearance.The procedure is safe when done by a qualified professional who follows all safety protocols. Do your research before undergoing any procedure to ensure your safety.
