Two people contract HIV as a result of a macabre treatment of "vampire face" made popular by celebrities such as Kim Kardashian and Ferne McCann

Two people contracted HIV after having what is called "vampire facials" in an American spa, it was revealed yesterday.

Officials from the New Mexico Department of Health said that anonymous clients may have been infected with the needles used to perform the anti-aging procedure.

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Kim Kardashian and Ferne McCann, who practice cosmetics, aim to draw blood from a patient.

This blood is then placed in a centrifuge to extract plasma and platelets – which are then reinjected into the face.

Two VIP Spa clients in Albuquerque contracted HIV after undergoing treatment between May and September.

And it is feared that many others have been unknowingly infected by a potentially fatal blood-borne disease.

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Kathy Kunkel of the New Mexico Department of Health said yesterday, "With more than 100 VIP spa customers already tested, the NMDOH is working to ensure that screening and treatment services are available. advice is available for those who have received injection-related services at the VIP Spa.

"Screening is important for everyone because there are effective treatments for HIV and many infections with hepatitis."

VIP Spa closed last September due to concerns about how it handled the needles – and whether it had a license to perform the procedures.

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The demand for vampire facials rocketed after reality megastar Kim shared a picture of herself on social media undergoing this horrible treatment in 2013.

Beauticians say that platelet-rich blood solution is rich in protein and other nutrients that can stimulate skin cell growth and flatten wrinkles.

They also claim that her collagen level is high – which helps keep the skin firm and gives a younger complexion.

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The "right" name for a vampire facial is Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy (PRP).

It is essentially a regenerative therapy, which uses only the patient's blood.

Platelets are tiny blood cells that play a crucial role in helping the body stop bleeding – as well as repairing damaged blood vessels and cells.

You might think of them as small plants, which release proteins for growth when they come in contact with body tissues.

In PRP, a needle is used to draw blood from the client's arm.

The blood is then spun in a machine to remove platelets.

The blood plasma is extracted and splashed onto the client's face with the help of tiny acupuncture-style needles to rejuvenate his face.

Those who promote the PRP say that he should:

• Improves the appearance of wrinkles, scars and stretch marks
• Rejuvenate the area under the eyes
• Tighten open and stubborn hairs
• Plump and volumize any area (eg cheeks) where someone else might get loads.

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HIV attacks people's immune systems – making them more vulnerable to other diseases.

Although there is no cure, recent medical advances are helping to manage the virus with drugs.

Most victims are now waiting for a normal life expectancy.

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