Microneedling

Microneedling is a form of Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT). It creates a controlled non-thermal injury just underneath the skin’s surface, thereby stimulating the skin to respond through the formation of new tissue layers of elastin- and collagen fibers (neo-collagenesis). This also includes new capillaries for an improved blood supply (neo-angiogenesis) in the treated area. The stimulus of microneedling plumps and thickens the dermis in response, ultimately healing and reducing the appearance of scars, fine lines and smoothing out uneven skin texture.

What are the benefits of microneedling?

Microneedling has several benefits for facial skin of any age. It works to:

• Stimulate healing of acne scarring
• Reduce fine lines and wrinkles due to aging or smoking
• Smooth skin texture
• Even out skin tone irregularities due to hyperpigmentation or aging
• Reduce broken capillaries or spider veins
• Reduce large pores, sun spots, or burn scars
• Rejuvenate by firming, lifting, toning and sculpting sagging skin

IMPORTANT: Microneedling is NOT recommended for those suffering from rosacea or overly sensitive or reactive skin.

Microneedling plus PRP treatment -- a powerful combination!

Depending on your skin’s condition and desired results, we may recommend using a combination of microneedling and Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment. The PRP treatment extracts platelets from your own blood and uses them to augment micro needling treatments and injections. Along with the use of microneedling, the PRP gives your skin an added stimulus to boost collagen production along with the use of the nutrient-rich platelets.

  • Controlled “micro-injuries” work to rejuvenate the skin by catalyzing the skin’s own natural healing response.

    The “micro injuries” caused by microneedling work to rebuild the skin by encouraging the production of new collagen and skin elastin. These work to stimulate and heal the skin — resulting in a smoother appearance and reduction of fine lines and wrinkles.

    Microneedling also creates “micro-channels” for deeper absorption of topical skin care products.

  • We start by diagnosing your skin’s condition to ensure the best result for your microneedling treatment. You will then receive a personal treatment plan along with detailed information about the procedure and product recommendations for post-procedure skin care at home.

  • Post-treatment you may feel a very mild “sunburn” sensation. This will subside over the following 3-4 hours. You will be asked to go without makeup for a day or so after microneedling. The duration depends on the type and extensiveness of the treatment and your skin sensitivity. Most patients experience mild redness and low-grade swelling for 24-48 hours after the treatment, followed by mild peeling. Unless you have very sensitive skin, you may wear makeup again after 24 hours.

    Depending on your desired outcomes, your skin’s condition, and innate ability to heal, microneedling can be performed regularly for a series of treatments. Typically, you will notice some improvement after the first or second treatment, while more significant results will occur after 2-3 treatments spaced approximately 4-6 weeks apart.

    Your skin will then continue to improve over the next 6 to 12 months with proper skin care regimen. Results, of course, will vary for everyone, depending on your skin’s condition. Frequently we recommend combining topical retinoid therapy with microneedling to enhance results.

    Repeat treatments of up to 3-5 treatments may be necessary for those with deep acne scarring, enlarged pores, or skin hyperpigmentation.