GFC stands for Growth Factor Concentrate. It is a regenerative therapy that uses growth factors derived from your own blood to stimulate skin and hair healing and regrowth.
In GFC, a small amount of your blood is drawn, processed in a centrifuge to isolate high-potency growth factors, and then injected or infused into the target area (skin or scalp).
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GFC is considered an advanced form of PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) because the growth factors are more highly concentrated and purified before being applied.
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Natural & autologous — since we use your own blood, risk of allergic reaction or foreign body is minimal.
Non-surgical, minimal downtime — most people resume daily life the same day or next.
Dual use: skin & hair — GFC can help with facial rejuvenation (fine lines, texture, glow) and hair thinning or hair loss.
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Evidence backed — studies suggest consistent growth factor levels help in collagen remodeling, removing damaged collagen, and stimulating new collagen formation.
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Tailored protocols — at our clinic we design the number of sessions, concentration, and method of delivery (microneedling + GFC, injections, etc.) based on individual skin or hair condition.
How does GFC work (Mechanism in simple terms)
Blood draw — a small quantity is taken (like a routine lab test).
Centrifugation & processing — blood is spun to separate components, and growth factor rich plasma is concentrated.
Activation & purification — unwanted cells are removed, and growth factors are prepared in active form.
Delivery into the target zone — either via fine injection, micro-needling, or combination methods directly into skin or scalp.
Healing cascade begins — growth factors stimulate fibroblasts, new collagen, vascularity, cell regeneration, improved tissue structure.
Over weeks to months, you’ll see improvements in skin texture, firmness, hair density, reduced shedding, and healthier scalp environment.
What results to expect & timeline
You may notice subtle improvements within 4 to 8 weeks, but optimal effects often appear by 3 to 6 months.
For hair, improvement in thickness, reduced shedding, better hair quality are expected.
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For skin, you may see smoother texture, reduced fine lines, a fresher glow, better tone.
Results are not permanent; periodic maintenance sessions help sustain the benefit.
Safety, side-effects & precautions
GFC is generally safe when done by trained dermatologists. Possible side effects are mild and transient:
Redness, swelling, bruising at injection sites
Mild discomfort or tenderness
Rare risk of infection (very low, as it is autologous)
Pigmentary changes (rare)
We exclude people with active infections, bleeding disorders, uncontrolled systemic disease, or unrealistic expectations.
How many sessions are needed?
Typically 3 to 4 sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart are recommended. In some cases, booster or maintenance sessions every 3–6 months may be advised.
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The exact number depends on your baseline (severity, age, skin/hair condition) and how well you respond.