Women contract HIV after getting 'vampire facial' at salon
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Women contract HIV after getting 'vampire facial' at salon

India Today  

A recent case has brought attention to the unexpected transmission of HIV through a popular cosmetic procedure known as a vampire facial. As per the CDC, the chain of events began when a former client tested positive for HIV in 2018 after undergoing a vampire facial at the spa. While vampire facials are generally considered low-risk, this case serves as a stark reminder of the importance of ensuring strict adherence to proper hygiene protocols, including the use of new, sterile needles and equipment. "Requiring adequate infection control practices at spa facilities offering cosmetic injection services can help prevent the transmission of HIV and other bloodborne pathogens.

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How to ensure that your vampire facial doesn't give you HIV
8 months, 1 week ago

How to ensure that your vampire facial doesn't give you HIV

India Today  

Have you ever heard of a facial that sounds straight out of a horror movie? Dr Shikha Khare, consultant, dermatology, Yatharth Hospitals, Noida tells India Today, “A vampire facial, also known as a platelet-rich plasma facial, is a cosmetic procedure that combines micro-needling with the application of PRP. Dr Shikha Khare summarised the benefits of vampire facial here: It improves …

‘Vampire facials’ were linked to cases of HIV. Here’s what to know about the beauty treatment
8 months, 1 week ago

‘Vampire facials’ were linked to cases of HIV. Here’s what to know about the beauty treatment

Associated Press  

Three women were diagnosed with HIV after getting “vampire facial” procedures at an unlicensed New Mexico medical spa, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said in a report last week, marking the first documented cases of people contracting the virus through cosmetic services using needles. Federal health officials said in a new report that an investigation from 2018 through …

What is vampire facial? 5 points on viral beauty trend that left 3 women infected with HIV
8 months, 1 week ago

What is vampire facial? 5 points on viral beauty trend that left 3 women infected with HIV

Hindustan Times  

In the present era, a multitude of beauty trends emerge frequently. Recently, in New Mexico, three women contracted HIV after getting a vampire facial at a local salon. A vampire facial, also known as PRP therapy, is a combination of two procedures: platelet-rich plasma and microneedling. According to Sakhiya Skin Clinic, a vampire facial, also known as PRP therapy, is …

Vampire facial fail: 3 women get HIV through cosmetic needles at US salon
8 months, 1 week ago

Vampire facial fail: 3 women get HIV through cosmetic needles at US salon

Hindustan Times  

Three women who were diagnosed with HIV after getting “vampire facial” procedures at an unlicensed New Mexico medical spa are believed to be the first documented cases of people contracting the virus through a cosmetic procedure using needles, US federal health officials said. A “vampire facial" involves drawing a person's blood, separating its components, then using tiny needles to inject …

First documented cases of HIV transmitted through cosmetic needles have been identified, CDC says
8 months, 1 week ago

First documented cases of HIV transmitted through cosmetic needles have been identified, CDC says

Associated Press  

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Three women who were diagnosed with HIV after getting “vampire facial” procedures at an unlicensed New Mexico medical spa are believed to be the first documented cases of people contracting the virus through a cosmetic procedure using needles, federal health officials said. Although HIV transmission from contaminated blood through unsterile injection is a well-known risk, the report …

Warning for Kim Kardashian's beloved 'vampire facials' after three women contract HIV at New Mexico salon, CDC confirms
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Warning for Kim Kardashian's beloved 'vampire facials' after three women contract HIV at New Mexico salon, CDC confirms

Daily Mail  

Three middle-aged women were infected with HIV while receiving 'vampire facials' at a spa in New Mexico, the CDC has confirmed. VIP Beauty Salon and Spa in Albuquerque offered 'vampire facials' and was closed in 2018 after an investigation revealed unwrapped needles scattered in the salon and unlabeled syringes. The owner of VIP Spa, Maria Ramos de Ruiz, 62, pleaded …

All you need to know about vampire facial
11 months, 3 weeks ago

All you need to know about vampire facial

Hindustan Times  

The cosmetic industry is a constantly changing terrain, and one of the most intriguing trends that popped up in recent times is the Vampire Facial which has an intriguing gothic feel. TV personality Kim Kardashian, athlete Cristiano Ronaldo and most recently Kiran Sachdeva in the series Fabulous lives of Bollywood Wives has spoken out in favor of the Vampire Facial …

What is a vampire facial? Beauty and skincare experts answer
1 year, 10 months ago

What is a vampire facial? Beauty and skincare experts answer

Hindustan Times  

Vampire Facial is also known as PRP facial as in this PRP or platelet rich plasma is primarily active. Beauty and skincare experts answer PRP is plasma with platelets concentration up to 4 to 5 times of normal concentration and it is made by centrifuging Blood at high RPM which separates RBCs, platelet rich plasma and platelets poor plasma. According …

Vampire facial: What is it and why is it so popular?
4 years, 2 months ago

Vampire facial: What is it and why is it so popular?

The Independent  

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‘Vampire facial’ spa-goers urged to get HIV tests after two clients diagnosed with virus
5 years, 8 months ago

‘Vampire facial’ spa-goers urged to get HIV tests after two clients diagnosed with virus

The Independent  

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