Advanced Hair Regrowth Treatments: From Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) to Laser Therapy
Hair loss affects men and women at different stages of life. Some notice thinning at the crown or temples. Others experience increased shedding after stress, illness or childbirth. While online advice often leans heavily on supplements and home remedies, many New Zealanders now turn to advanced, medically guided solutions that support the hair growth cycle in more targeted ways.
At The Hair Clinic, our focus is on regenerative options that work with the body’s own biology. Today, we explore several of the best known advanced therapies, including Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF), Growth Factor Concentrate (GFC) and exosome mesotherapy, and how low-level laser therapy fits into the wider landscape of hair support.
Understanding Modern Hair Regrowth Approaches
Hair loss has multiple causes, including genetic pattern thinning, hormonal shifts, nutrient changes, inflammation, and stress-related shedding such as telogen effluvium. For many patients, treatment requires more than a single approach. Instead, we often combine lifestyle guidance, scalp care and regenerative therapies to support growth.
Our key medical hair restoration options include:
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)
PRP is one of the most widely recognised regenerative options for hair thinning. A small sample of blood is taken, processed in a centrifuge and used to isolate a platelet-rich serum. These platelets contain growth factors that support blood flow, reduce inflammation and encourage follicles back into a healthy growth phase.
At The Hair Clinic, we typically recommend a series of six PRP treatments, reviewing the progress as we go. Results are gradual, and the repeated stimulation helps maintain momentum for ongoing growth.
PRP is most often chosen for:
early androgenetic alopecia (pattern thinning)
crown and frontal hairline density support
patients who prefer a natural, drug-free approach
Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF)
PRF builds on the same principles as PRP but uses a low-spin process that retains a fibrin matrix, white cells and mesenchymal stem cells. This allows growth factors to release more slowly. PRF sessions are popular for men and women wanting a more sustained regenerative effect, especially those recovering from stress-related shedding or mild to moderate pattern loss.
PRF may also be recommended as part of post-transplant support to encourage survival and maturation of new grafts.
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Growth Factor Concentrate (GFC)
GFC is an advanced option where blood is processed to isolate a highly purified, cell-free concentration of growth factors. This creates a potent regenerative solution while minimising inflammation at the injection site.
We offer GFC in structured packages of six treatments, though some patients complete three to six sessions depending on their starting point and goals. GFC is suitable for early thinning, pattern loss, postpartum shedding and maintenance after a transplant.
Online Hair Growth Consultation
Exo-Grow Exosome Mesotherapy
Exosomes are nanometer-sized vesicles that help cells communicate and signal repair. In hair restoration, exosomes help calm inflammation, improve scalp environment and support healthier follicle activity. They are particularly helpful in inflammatory or stress-related hair loss, including postpartum shedding and telogen effluvium.
Exosomes are often combined with PRF, PRP or GFC for layered results. Many patients notice reduced shedding within weeks and visible density improvements over several months.
Online Hair Growth Consultation
Where does Low-Level Laser Therapy fit in?
Low-level laser or LED therapy is sometimes used at home to support circulation and follicle metabolism. While some patients find it helpful for maintenance, it can be slow and requires consistent use. For individuals with visible thinning, home laser therapy rarely replaces regenerative injections like PRP, PRF, GFC or exosomes. Instead, it may be considered a supportive option, not a primary treatment.
Choosing the Right Treatment Plan
During your consultation at The Hair Clinic, Dr Mark Morunga and our medical team assess:
pattern and severity of hair loss
scalp health and inflammation
hormonal and stress history
nutritional and medical considerations
From there, we personalise a plan which may include:
| Treatment | Recommended Course |
|---|---|
| PRP | Package of 6, review after 3–4 sessions |
| GFC | Package of 6, review after 3–4 sessions |
| PRF | Typically 3–6 sessions depending on goals |
| Exo-Grow | Initial series, with maintenance as needed |
Are you considering regenerative hair treatment?
If you have tried vitamins, oils and over-the-counter lotions without the results you hoped for, you may be a candidate for medical hair restoration. Regenerative therapies offer a natural, biology-based way to stimulate growth and confidence.
You can begin with a confidential online consultation here:
