You’ve probably seen the photos on Instagram over the past couple of years of celebrities or beauty content creators’ faces seemingly slathered in blood. What could be mistaken for Halloween makeup is actually a skin-care treatment often referred to as a “vampire facial,” or platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy.

Basically, a mask made out of a component of your very own blood — not anyone else’s —  is spread all over your face to rejuvenate your complexion. As terrifying as this technique may seem, it actually boasts impressive, virtually painless results that will have your skin glowing like Edward Cullen’s. 

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