Compared
PRP vs GFC therapy
Both are prepared from a sample of your own blood. The difference is what is separated out and how concentrated it is.
| Factor | PRP | GFC |
|---|---|---|
| Preparation | Platelet-rich plasma separated by centrifuge | Growth factors concentrated from the platelets |
| Concentration of growth factors | Standard | Higher |
| Presence of red and white cells | Some may remain | Largely eliminated |
| Sessions in a typical course | Often more | Often fewer |
| Discomfort | Mild | Mild, sometimes less |
| Evidence base | Longer established | Newer, growing |
| Typical cost | Lower per session | Higher per session |
Which one you should have
GFC is a refinement of the same underlying idea rather than a different treatment. The more concentrated preparation may allow fewer sessions, which partly offsets the higher per-session cost.
Neither will help if the follicles are no longer viable. Both are for hair that is thinning, not hair that is gone.
The choice usually comes down to how advanced the thinning is and how many sessions you are willing to commit to.
Common questions
Is GFC better than PRP?
GFC delivers a more concentrated growth-factor preparation and often needs fewer sessions. Whether that justifies the higher per-session cost depends on your case.
Are they safe?
Both are prepared from your own blood, which removes the risk of an allergic reaction to a foreign substance. Standard injection-site effects still apply.
How many sessions will I need?
It depends on how advanced the thinning is and how your scalp responds. This is set at assessment rather than sold as a fixed package.