What is Microneedling and how does it work?
The treatment is performed using SkinPen, the only FDA approved microneedling device on the market.
The device uses 14 smooth Japanese needles in a cartridge tip. The needles offer super precision sharpness to prevent tearing of the skin.
All the needles are the same length, and the needle depth can be adjusted in the cartridge head from 0.25 mm up to 2.5 mm.
Prior to the treatment, a Lidocaine cream is applied onto the skin for 20 minutes, to render the treatment as comfortable and painless as possible.
It’s very well tolerated, with most people reporting only mild discomfort.
SkinPen is the only microneedling device with an ultrasonically sealed base; this prevents bodily fluid from entering the pen, eliminating the risk of any cross contamination.
The aim of this treatment is to stimulate your own body’s repair mechanisms via new collagen formation, to achieve skin regeneration, rejuvenation and tithening.
What conditions can be treated with Microneedling?
Microneedling is a safe, effective and minimally invasive treatment.
It can be used to treat a variety of skin conditions:
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Acne scars
- Loose skin
- Large pores
- Age induced brown spots
- Sun damaged skin
- Melasma
- Rosacea
- Stretch marks
- Scars
- Alopecia
Microneedling can be used on face, neck, décolletage, hands and body.
It can be used on its own or in combination with Platelets Rich Plasma (PRP) or growth factors serums.
It can also be used in combination with other aesthetic treatments, such as Botox, fillers, Platelets rich plasma (PRP) and Mesotherapy.
What can I expect from the treatment?
Microneedling stimulates the production of new Collagen. This results in a younger, smoother, plumper and brighter looking skin.
The number of treatments needed depends on skin type and condition.
Usually a minimum of 3 treatments, with 4-6 weeks intervals, is needed to achieve optimal results.
It can be safely performed on any Fitzpatrick skin type.
