Acorn Cell Preservation

Introducing the future of Follicle Stem Cell Therapeutics

We’re on the cusp of an anti-aging revolution, and it’s drastically changing how we heal our bodies and treat illness.

But there’s a risk that today’s generations will miss out because these emerging treatments are only as powerful as the cells that are used. Preserving your own younger cells with Acorn is the first step you can take in preparing for the future of regenerative medicine.

With Acorn, we collect cells via plucked hair follicles and cryogenically freeze them. This stops the cells from aging, giving you a collection of your own younger cells to use in upcoming treatment.

So how can we access our best cells? Introducing Acorn live cell cryopreservation: the world’s first non-invasive, follicle-based cell preservation solution.

What are the benefits of acorn cell preservation?

Stem cells are only useful for medical and cosmetic purposes if they are preserved. This allows for cells to be transferred from one area to another so that testing can be carried out safely and properly.

Some notable benefits of cell preservation include:

There is no risk of rejection, as the cells are harvested from your own body and reintroduced
A minimally invasive treatment that comes with few risks
A great option for patients who would prefer to avoid surgery
Rebuilds and fortifies healthy tissue
There is no lengthy downtime as there is with surgical procedures
No anesthesia is needed, as it is an incredibly mild procedure
No risk of transmitting any infectious diseases
A quick recovery period
Addresses various aesthetic issues

Who is an ideal candidate for cell preservation?

Issues with aging skin
Issues related to hair loss
Degenerative health conditions
A desire to reverse signs of aging in the face
Planning for the future

Beyond that, ideal candidates will be non-smokers who are in good overall health. They will also have reasonable expectations for the outcomes of the procedure.

Why the Hair Follicle?

The average person has roughly 100,000 hair follicles. They can be easily accessed non-invasively, making them an ideal cell source for regenerative medicine. The follicle contains cells that have the ability to help rejuvenate skin, regrow hair, repair tissues, and even be leveraged in other stem cell applications.

But the clock is ticking. As we age, so do our cells, and over time they lose their regenerative potential. When it comes to regenerative treatments, younger cells can provide more optimal results.

This is why it’s so important to preserve cells ahead of the effects of aging.
Book your hair regeneration consultation with Bay Area Aesthetics today and enjoy the peace of mind of knowing that you have a bank of viable, young stem cells available to help you combat your hair loss down the road.

Acorn Live Cell Preservation

The first non-invasive solution to preserve your younger follicle cells for use in regenerative medicine.

Harvest Your Best Cells

Your hair follicles are plucked and collected in a non-invasive procedure, accessible at any age.

Confirm Their Viability

Cells are counted and analyzed for viability, confirming that you'll have enough cells for storage.

Cryogenically Freeze Them

We separate your cells into multiple vials and freeze them at -196° Celsius to stop the effects of aging.

Access Them in the Future

Your cells are safely stored and ready to access for applicable treatments.

Why is the hair follicle used?

The average person has roughly 100,000 hair follicles on their head, and Acorn only requires 50 for a successful collection. This abundant cell source is also harvested non-invasively and contains cells, like keratinocytes, fibroblast, and hair follicle stem cells (HFSCs) that have the potential to help rejuvenate skin, regrow hair, repair tissues, and even be leveraged in stem cell applications.

What makes regenerative medicine so impactful?

Regenerative medicine deals with the process of replacing, engineering or regenerating human cells, tissues or organs to restore or establish normal function. Excitingly, this is already happening in aesthetics with things like PRP. According to the Dermatology times in May 2021, “Regenerative Aesthetic Medicine will significantly impact what we do and how we do it within the next five years.

Why is it important to have my own cells banked, as opposed to using donor cells?

Banking your own cells means that you won’t have to worry about the adverse immune reactions that could come with using donor cells in the future. Immunosuppressants, which are taken by individuals post donor transplant to prevent the rejection of donor cells, are very expensive and can significantly increase the risks of infection and lead to many other complications, so they are unfeasible in most treatments (especially aesthetic ones).

Why is it important to have access to my younger cells as I age?

As we age, so do our cells, and over time they lose their regenerative potential. When it comes to cell treatments (especially for our skin and hair), younger cells can provide younger results. There’s also a risk that if you require regenerative treatments in your time of need, and you don’t have younger cells available, your current cells may be too old and ineffective to be a candidate for the therapy.