Microneedling, also known as SkinPen treatment, is a skin-remodeling procedure that stimulates your skin’s natural repair process by creating microscopic channels. It helps increase collagen and elastin for smoother, rejuvenated skin.
Indications
- Active acne
- Acne scars
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Large pores
- Pigmentation conditions
- Stretch marks
- Surgical scars.
FAQs
HOW DO I PREPARE FOR THIS TREATMENT?
Arrive at your appointment with a clean face. Discontinue retinoids 1 week prior, NSAID medications and blood thinning medications. Avoid sun burns and laser treatments at least 1 week prior.
DOES IT HURT?
Microneedling can be compared to a cat’s scratchy tongue licking you or a bad sunburn. A numbing cream is applied before the procedure.
IS THERE ANY DOWNTIME?
Your face will be red like a bad sunburn for 24-72 hours after treatment. In this time we recommend avoiding and sun exposure, a gentle cleanser, no makeup and avoiding strenuous activity where you will be sweating.
WHEN WILL I SEE RESULTS?
You will see initial results almost immediately after the treatment. Then continued results for the next 3-12 months as the skin cells rejuvenate and collagen builds.
HOW IS THE TREATMENT ADMINISTERED?
Using a handheld pen device, electrically powered, with tiny needles that make precise, microscopic punctures in the skin.
HOW MANY TREATMENTS WILL I NEED?
We recommend starting with 3 treatments that are scheduled 4-6 weeks apart and then 2-4 yearly to keep lasting results.
