I Tried PRP Hair Treatment at Medik Hair - Here's My Honest Experience
- Tene Sommer
- 1 day ago
- 4 min read
I'll be honest, I wasn't sure what to expect walking into Medik Hair Clinic. I'd done my research, watched countless videos, read the reviews. But nothing quite prepares you for actually sitting down and doing it. What surprised me most? It was nothing like I'd imagined, but only in the best possible way.
If you're considering PRP hair treatment in Marbella, or anywhere in Spain for that matter, this is the post I wish I'd found before booking.
What Is PRP Hair Treatment And Why Is Everyone Talking About It?
PRP stands for Platelet-Rich Plasma. In simple terms, a small amount of your own blood is drawn, spun in a centrifuge to concentrate the growth factors, and then injected directly into the scalp to stimulate dormant hair follicles and promote natural hair growth.
It sounds more dramatic than it is. And unlike a hair transplant, which is a surgical procedure, PRP is non-invasive, uses your own blood (no foreign substances), and requires zero downtime. You can walk out and get on with your day.
By 2026 it's definitely become one of the most talked-about non-surgical hair restoration treatments available, and for a good reason. Clinical results are increasingly strong, particularly for people in the earlier stages of hair thinning where follicles are still active but weakened. And I have had friends who have had amazing results with it!
Why Medik Hair Clinic in Marbella?
Medik Hair Clinic is located inside Hotel Guadalpin Suites on the Golden Mile in Marbella. Yes, inside a five star hotel. It's the only hair clinic in Spain with this distinction, and the moment you walk in, you feel it. No clinical waiting room anxiety. No harsh lighting and plastic chairs. Instead you're walking through one of Marbella's most prestigious addresses - relaxed, unhurried, and treated like a guest rather than a patient. For something as personal as hair loss treatment, that environment matters more than you'd think.
But the setting is only part of the story. Leading the clinic is Dr. Carlos Caballero, who brings over 16 years of specialist experience in hair restoration. And this point is important, please don't walk into just any salon or aesthetics clinic for this treatment. We're talking about needles, your own blood, and injections into your scalp. You need a qualified doctor with real expertise, not someone who added PRP to a beauty menu last year. Dr. Carlos is the real deal, and that level of experience shows in every part of how the treatment is carried out.
Medik Hair are pure specialists - hair is their entire focus. Whether you're exploring PRP, considering a hair transplant consultation, or simply trying to understand your options, you're in the hands of people who do nothing else. This isn't an afterthought service at a general aesthetics clinic - it's all they do, and it shows.
Does PRP Hair Treatment Hurt? My Honest Answer
This is the question everyone wants answered before they book. So let me be straight with you.
There is some discomfort, these are injections into the scalp, so it would be dishonest to say you feel nothing. But "painful" isn't the word I'd use. It's more a series of sharp pinches, some areas more sensitive than others, and it passes quickly each time.
So I've had PRP for my face before, which is widely considered one of the more uncomfortable cosmetic treatments you can do. And I can say with confidence that PRP on the scalp is noticeably less painful than PRP on the face. If you've ever had facial PRP and survived that, this will feel manageable. And if this is your first time doing any kind of PRP at all, don't let the idea of needles put you off, it's far more tolerable than most people expect. And they will show you a relaxing video on the TV or whatever you’d like to watch to destress you if you’re worried or anxious.
What genuinely surprised me was how manageable it was. I'd mentally prepared for something much more intense based on what I'd read online. The reality was far more comfortable than I anticipated and I say that as someone who doesn't particularly enjoy needles.
The entire treatment took around 30 minutes. No recovery time, no visible signs you'd had anything done. I walked out feeling completely normal.
My Honest Verdict - Better Than Expected
I went in curious but cautious. I came out genuinely impressed. Not by the results, which take time to fully show and I'll be documenting it (as you need a serious of 3 sessions at least) but by the entire experience. The professionalism of the team, the setting, the way they took time to explain every step before doing it. Nothing felt rushed. Nothing felt like a conveyor belt of clients.
It's also worth being transparent, this was my first session of at least three. PRP hair treatment is not a one-and-done procedure. To see full, meaningful results you typically need a course of sessions, and Medik Hair were upfront about that from the start. I appreciated the honesty and there are no promises of overnight transformation. Just a clear, realistic plan. I'll be going back and documenting the next session so you can follow the full journey and see the real results over time.
For anyone in Marbella, the Costa del Sol, or visiting Spain who is seriously considering PRP hair treatment or exploring hair transplant options, Medik Hair Clinic deserves to be at the top of your list. The combination of clinical expertise and a luxury five star hotel environment is genuinely unique and it shows in the experience from the moment you arrive.
Want to see exactly what the treatment looks like - step by step, including the bits that made me flinch? I filmed the whole experience and shared my completely honest reaction in real time.
Whether you're researching PRP hair treatment, considering a hair transplant consultation, or simply want to explore your options in a no-pressure environment, Medik Hair Clinic in Marbella is worth a conversation and they offer a free consultation.
I also interviewed Dr. Carlos Caballero for Marbella Life Podcast, if you'd like to know more about him and hair loss, growth and transplants!
Medik Hair Clinic
Hotel Guadalpin Suites, Golden Mile, Marbella, Spain
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