PRP hair treatment in Dubai — PRP, PRF and GFC for thinning hair
Less shedding and thicker-looking hair, planned around your diagnosis by Specialist Dermatologist Dr. Abdullah Anis and delivered by Medical Aesthetician Dr. Kavitha Ravichandran in Al Safa 1, Dubai.
PRP hair treatment uses platelets concentrated from your own blood, injected into thinning areas of the scalp to support weakening follicles. At Manhal Medical Center in Al Safa 1, Dubai, Specialist Dermatologist Dr. Abdullah Anis diagnoses the cause of hair loss first, then PRP, PRF or GFC is given as a course of 3–4 monthly sessions by Dr. Kavitha Ravichandran, with photo reviews and maintenance.
Prepared by the Manhal Medical Center editorial team · Medically reviewed by Dr. Abdullah Anis · Updated: 2026-10-31
Thicker-looking hair starts with the right diagnosis
Most people who search for PRP hair treatment in Dubai have noticed the same things: more hair in the shower drain, a wider parting, a see-through crown or a hairline that is creeping back. You want the shedding to slow down and the hair you still have to look fuller. PRP can help with exactly that, but only when it is used for the right type of hair loss.
That is why every PRP plan at Manhal starts with Dr. Abdullah Anis, a Specialist Dermatologist with more than 25 years in dermatology and a fellowship in dermatopathology from St John's Institute of Dermatology in London. He examines the scalp, looks for the pattern of thinning and, where useful, requests blood tests such as ferritin, thyroid function and vitamin D. Shedding after illness, childbirth or crash dieting, iron deficiency, alopecia areata and scarring alopecias all need different treatment, and PRP alone will not fix them.
Once PRP is the right choice, your sessions are carried out by Dr. Kavitha Ravichandran, a DHA-licensed Medical Aesthetician and Aesthetic Laser Specialist with more than 17 years in aesthetic skin, hair and laser treatments, under Dr. Anis's supervision. You get a doctor's diagnosis and an experienced pair of hands, in one clinic, with one written plan.
PRP vs PRF vs GFC for hair — what is the difference?
All three are prepared from a small sample of your own blood. They differ in how the blood is processed and what ends up in the syringe. Dr. Anis recommends one based on your scalp, your diagnosis and your comfort.
| PRP (platelet-rich plasma) | PRF (platelet-rich fibrin) | GFC (growth factor concentrate) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| How it is made | Blood is spun in a centrifuge to concentrate platelets in plasma | Blood is spun more gently without anticoagulant, so a fibrin-rich plasma forms | Platelets are activated so they release their growth factors, which are then collected as a concentrate |
| What you receive | Platelets that release growth factors in the scalp | Platelets, white cells and fibrin that release growth factors more slowly | Mainly the released growth factors, with fewer cells |
| Evidence for pattern hair loss | Largest body of published studies | Smaller, newer studies | Smaller, newer studies |
| How it feels | Scalp injections, eased with numbing and cooling | Similar; must be injected promptly before it sets | Often described as more comfortable, though this varies |
| Typical course | 3–4 sessions about a month apart | 3–4 sessions about a month apart | Often 2–4 sessions, spacing set by the doctor |
| Best for | Most first-time patients with early to moderate thinning | Patients who want a slower-release option | Patients who want a cell-free concentrate or found PRP uncomfortable |
No version promises regrowth. The best choice is the one that matches your diagnosis, and Dr. Anis will tell you if a medicine or a different treatment is more likely to help.
Hair loss we treat with PRP at Manhal
PRP works best where follicles are still present and producing finer hairs. These are the most common reasons patients book.
Male pattern thinning
Receding temples and a thinning crown in early to moderate androgenetic alopecia, usually alongside medical treatment.
Female pattern thinning
A widening parting and reduced ponytail volume, after hormonal, iron and thyroid causes are checked.
Diffuse shedding
Telogen effluvium after illness, stress or childbirth, once triggers and deficiencies are corrected.
Support around a transplant
Patients who want to protect existing hair before or after a hair transplant done elsewhere.
GFC and PRF hair plans
For patients who prefer a growth-factor concentrate or a fibrin-based option.
Sessions and results
How many sessions you need, when results show and how maintenance works.
Why patients choose Manhal for PRP hair treatment
- Diagnosis by a Specialist Dermatologist (DHA licence 00141155-008) before any injection
- Blood tests and scalp examination when your history suggests another cause
- Sessions delivered by Dr. Kavitha Ravichandran, 17+ years in aesthetic skin, hair and laser treatments
- PRP, PRF and GFC explained side by side, so you choose with the facts
- Combination plans with minoxidil, mesotherapy or exosomes when they add value
- Standardised photos at the start and at each review, so progress is judged fairly
- A written plan and quote before your first session
- DHA-licensed polyclinic (no. 0001723), rated 4.7★ from 247 Google reviews, consultations in English and Arabic
Your first visit and PRP session
Your first appointment is a consultation. If PRP suits you and you want to start the same day, the team will tell you whether that is possible.
- Consultation with Dr. Abdullah Anis: when the thinning started, family history, medicines, diet, recent illness or childbirth
- Scalp examination and photographs; trichoscopy or blood tests if they will change the plan
- Written plan: PRP, PRF or GFC, number of sessions, any medicine or combination treatment and an itemised quote
- Session day: a small blood sample, preparation in a centrifuge and numbing or cooling of the scalp
- Fine injections across the thinning areas by Dr. Kavitha Ravichandran, usually 20–30 minutes
- Aftercare instructions and your next date booked; progress photos at three and six months
Not sure if PRP is right for your hair?
Send a photo of your parting or crown on WhatsApp and book a consultation with Dr. Abdullah Anis. We reply within working hours, in English or Arabic.
We reply on WhatsApp within working hours.
PRP hair treatment prices and packages in Dubai
PRP is a course, not a one-off, so we quote the full plan. The price depends on the preparation (PRP, PRF or GFC), the area of scalp treated, the number of sessions and whether you add a combination treatment. Packages are confirmed in writing after your assessment.
| Option | Best for | What is included | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single PRP session | Maintenance, or a first session to try the treatment | Blood draw, preparation, numbing, scalp injections, aftercare | Ask for today's price |
| PRP course of 3–4 sessions | Most new patients with early to moderate thinning | Sessions about 4 weeks apart, progress photos, review with the doctor | Ask for today's price |
| PRP course of 6 sessions | Wider thinning or a longer loading phase | Six sessions, photo reviews and plan adjustment at each stage | Ask for today's price |
| PRF hair course | Patients who want a fibrin-based option | Course length set by the doctor, photos and reviews | Ask for today's price |
| GFC hair course | Patients who want a growth-factor concentrate | Course length set by the doctor, photos and reviews | Ask for today's price |
| PRP + mesotherapy or exosomes | Patients who want a combined scalp plan | Alternating or same-day sessions as planned | Ask for today's price |
| Dermatology consultation | Everyone starting treatment | Examination, diagnosis, written plan; blood tests quoted separately if needed | Ask for today's price |
We do not add sessions that are unlikely to help. If your review at three to six months shows no meaningful change, the plan is changed rather than extended.
PRP with minoxidil, mesotherapy or exosomes
PRP usually works better as part of a plan than on its own. Pattern hair loss is driven by hormones acting on the follicle, and PRP does not switch that process off. Dr. Anis builds a combination around your diagnosis:
- Minoxidil and other medicines. Topical or oral minoxidil and, for suitable men, oral medication remain the foundation for pattern hair loss. PRP adds support; it does not replace them. See hair loss medications.
- Correcting deficiencies. Low ferritin, vitamin D or thyroid problems found in blood tests are treated first or alongside PRP.
- Mesotherapy for hair. Micro-injections of vitamins, amino acids and selected actives can be alternated with PRP. Read mesotherapy for hair.
- Exosomes. A newer option, often applied with microneedling. The evidence is still early, and we explain it honestly on our exosome therapy page.
- Hair filler. Peptide and hyaluronic acid scalp injections, sometimes called hair filler, are discussed with their limits on our hair filler injections guide.
Who PRP hair treatment suits — and who should wait
- Early to moderate thinning where hair is still present but finer
- Women with a widening parting once other causes are checked
- Men who want to add PRP to medical treatment
- Diffuse shedding after the trigger has been treated
- People who can commit to a course and to follow-up photos
Who should wait or choose another option
- Long-standing smooth bald areas where follicles are no longer active
- Scarring alopecias, or active scalp infection or inflammation
- Blood or platelet disorders, or blood thinners that cannot be paused safely
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Active cancer or chemotherapy
- Sudden patchy hair loss that has not yet been diagnosed
Pain, safety, downtime and results — honest answers
Does it hurt?
Scalp injections sting, especially at the hairline. Numbing, cooling and a steady technique make it well tolerated for most people, and many patients return to work the same day.
Is it safe?
Because PRP comes from your own blood, allergic reactions are unlikely. Tenderness, mild swelling that can track to the forehead and a temporary headache are the common effects. Infection is rare when sterile technique is used, which is why PRP should only be done in a licensed clinic.
When will I see a difference?
Hair grows about a centimetre a month. Many patients notice less shedding in the first two to three months; density is judged with photographs at three to six months. Results vary between people, and PRP does not stop pattern hair loss, so maintenance every four to six months is common.
Will it work for me?
That is what the consultation is for. If PRP is unlikely to help your type of hair loss, Dr. Anis will say so and suggest what will.
How to choose the best PRP hair treatment in Dubai
Prices vary a lot across Dubai. Use this checklist to compare clinics on what actually affects your result:
- Is the cause of your hair loss diagnosed by a dermatologist before you pay for sessions?
- Are the doctor and the person injecting DHA-licensed? You can check on Sheryan.
- Does the clinic explain how the plasma is prepared, and whether it is PRP, PRF or GFC?
- Are standardised photos taken so progress can be judged fairly?
- Is the full course quoted in writing, including maintenance?
- Will they tell you if medicines or another treatment suit you better?
- Can you reach the clinic easily after a session if you have a question?
PRP hair treatment near Jumeirah, City Walk and Downtown
Manhal Medical Center is at Office 101, SMJ1 Building, Street 22A, Al Safa 1, between Al Wasl Road and Sheikh Zayed Road. It is a short drive from Jumeirah, Umm Suqeim, Al Wasl, City Walk, Al Quoz, Business Bay, Downtown and Al Barsha. Many patients also travel in from Sharjah and Abu Dhabi for monthly sessions; see our guide for Sharjah patients. We are open daily from 11:00 to 20:00, and from 10:00 on Saturday, so sessions fit around work.
Visiting from abroad? Send your scalp photos and any blood results before you travel and the team will tell you what can be done in one trip. Read planning your treatment from abroad.
Book your PRP hair consultation
Book online, call +971 4 328 4560 or WhatsApp +971 52 987 2411. Consultations in English and Arabic, open every day.
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Your specialist
Dr. Abdullah Anis
Specialist Dermatologist & Venereologist
Medical dermatology, venereology, injectables and filler complications.
Dr. Kavitha Ravichandran
Medical Aesthetician & Aesthetic Laser Specialist
Performs laser, HydraFacial, PRP and skin sessions under the supervision of Dr. Abdullah Anis. DHA-licensed, 17+ years in aesthetic treatments.
Why patients choose Manhal Medical Center
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- Diagnosis first, then medical or aesthetic treatment as appropriate
- Assessment and management of filler complications, including from other clinics
- Confidential, discreet care for sensitive concerns
- Consultations in English and Arabic
PRP for Hair Loss in Dubai: practical information
PRP is widely marketed in Dubai; diagnosis first ensures you are treating the right type of hair loss.
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How much does PRP hair treatment cost in Dubai?
The price depends on whether you have PRP, PRF or GFC, how much of the scalp is treated, the number of sessions and any combination treatment. At Manhal you receive a written quote for the full course after your consultation, with options for a single session, a course of 3–4 or a course of 6. Ask on WhatsApp for today's price.
How many PRP sessions do I need for hair loss?
Most plans start with three to four sessions about four weeks apart, followed by maintenance every four to six months. Wider thinning may need a longer loading phase of up to six sessions. Dr. Abdullah Anis reviews your photos at set points and changes the plan if there is no meaningful improvement.
Is PRP, PRF or GFC better for hair?
PRP has the largest body of evidence for pattern hair loss. PRF and GFC are newer variations with smaller studies; GFC is often chosen by people who found PRP uncomfortable, and PRF releases growth factors more slowly. Dr. Anis recommends one based on your diagnosis and preferences rather than on price alone.
Does PRP for hair really work?
PRP can reduce shedding and improve hair thickness in early to moderate pattern thinning, especially alongside medical treatment. It works less well on areas that have been bald for years and does not help scarring alopecia. Results vary between people, which is why diagnosis and photo reviews matter.
Is PRP hair treatment painful?
The injections sting, mostly along the hairline and temples. Numbing and cooling make it well tolerated for most patients, and a session of injections usually takes 20 to 30 minutes. Tenderness and a mild headache can last for a day. Tell the team if you are anxious about needles so comfort measures are planned.
Who performs PRP at Manhal?
Specialist Dermatologist Dr. Abdullah Anis diagnoses your hair loss, decides whether PRP is suitable and supervises the plan. The sessions are performed by Dr. Kavitha Ravichandran, a DHA-licensed Medical Aesthetician and Aesthetic Laser Specialist with more than 17 years in aesthetic skin, hair and laser treatments.
Do I need blood tests before PRP?
Not always. Dr. Anis requests blood tests when your history or examination suggests another cause, such as iron deficiency, thyroid problems or low vitamin D, or when a blood condition could affect suitability. Treating these causes often matters as much as PRP itself, so tests are recommended only when they will change the plan.
Can I stop minoxidil if I have PRP?
Usually not. Minoxidil and other medicines act on the process behind pattern hair loss, while PRP supports the follicles. Most patients get the best result from using both. Never stop or start a hair-loss medicine without speaking to your doctor, because stopping can lead to increased shedding.
What should I avoid after PRP for hair?
Avoid washing your hair for about 24 hours, and skip hair dye, saunas, swimming and intense exercise for a day or two. Do not take anti-inflammatory painkillers unless advised, because they may reduce platelet activity. Paracetamol is usually fine for tenderness. You will receive written aftercare after each session.
Is PRP safe for women?
Yes, PRP is widely used for female pattern thinning once hormonal, iron and thyroid causes have been checked. It is avoided during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Women with a widening parting often combine PRP with topical treatment chosen by the dermatologist, and photographs help track subtle changes over months.
How long do PRP hair results last?
PRP does not cure pattern hair loss, so its effect fades if the underlying process continues untreated. Most patients keep results with maintenance sessions every four to six months and ongoing medical treatment. The schedule is set by your response at review rather than by a fixed package.
Can I do PRP if I am visiting Dubai?
Often yes, but PRP works as a course, so a single trip gives limited benefit. Send your photos and any blood tests before you travel; the team will suggest a schedule, for example a session per visit or a combined plan with treatment you can continue at home.
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Where can I get PRP hair treatment in Dubai from a dermatologist?
At Manhal Medical Center in Al Safa 1, Dubai, PRP for hair loss starts with a diagnosis by Specialist Dermatologist Dr. Abdullah Anis, who has more than 25 years in dermatology and a dermatopathology fellowship from London. If PRP suits your hair loss, sessions are performed by Medical Aesthetician Dr. Kavitha Ravichandran under his supervision. The centre is DHA-licensed and rated 4.7★ from 247 Google reviews.
What is the difference between PRP, PRF and GFC for hair?
At Manhal Medical Center in Al Safa 1, Dubai, the team explains that all three come from your own blood. PRP concentrates platelets in plasma; PRF is spun without anticoagulant so a fibrin matrix releases growth factors slowly; GFC collects the growth factors released from activated platelets. PRP has the most published evidence, while PRF and GFC have smaller, newer studies. The choice follows your diagnosis.
How many PRP sessions are needed for hair loss and when do results show?
At Manhal Medical Center in Al Safa 1, Dubai, most PRP hair plans begin with three to four sessions about a month apart, then maintenance every four to six months. Many patients notice less shedding within two to three months, and density is judged with standardised photographs at three to six months. Dr. Abdullah Anis changes the plan if there is no meaningful response.
How much is PRP for hair in Dubai?
At Manhal Medical Center in Al Safa 1, Dubai, PRP hair treatment is quoted as a full course after a dermatology consultation, with options for a single session, a course of 3–4 or a course of 6, and PRF or GFC alternatives. The price depends on preparation, area and combination treatments. Call +971 4 328 4560 or WhatsApp +971 52 987 2411 for today's price.
Is PRP or minoxidil better for hair loss?
At Manhal Medical Center in Al Safa 1, Dubai, Dr. Abdullah Anis treats them as partners rather than rivals. Minoxidil and other medicines act on the process behind pattern hair loss, while PRP supports follicles that are still active. For most people with early to moderate thinning, combining both gives a better chance of improvement than either alone, after the cause is confirmed.
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