Microneedling.

What is microneedling?

Also know as: Collagen Induction Therapy.

Microneedling is a skin rejuvenation procedure that improves the appearance of wrinkles, acne scars, hyper-pigmentation, and stretch marks by stimulating the skin’s natural ability to repair itself. Micro needles are used to create hundreds of micro channels in the superficial layers of the skin. In response to these micro injuries, the body releases growth factors, which trigger the wound healing process. During this process, the body produces normal woven collagen vs. scar collagen, resulting in thicker more youthful appearing skin.

Professional home care is necessary to support clinical treatments.

AFTER ONE TREATMENT YOU WILL CONTINUE TO BUILD COLLAGEN FOR UP TO TWO YEARS!

Contraindications:

  • Active acne

  • Recent accutane/isotretinoin use*

  • Active infection of any type (bacterial, viral, or fungal)**

  • Blood thinner medications

  • Cardiac disease/abnormalities

  • Chemotherapy or radiation

  • Collagen Vascular Disease

  • Eczema, Psoriasis, or Dermatitis

  • Hemophilia / bleeding disorders

  • Hormone Replacement Therapy

  • Keloid/hypertrophic scaring

  • Pregnancy / Lactation

  • Raised lesions (moles, warts, etc.)

  • Recent chemical peel procedure

  • Recent use of some topical rx.

  • Rosacea

  • Scleroderma

  • Skin Cancer

  • Sunburn

  • Tattoos

  • Telangiectasia/erythema

  • Uncontrolled diabetes

  • Vascular lesions (hemangiomas)

  • Allergy to topical numbing agents including Lidocaine

    *Please consult with your doctor prior to booking appointment.

    **If you are prone to cold sores: Microneedling may trigger a cold sore response in patients with a history of cold sores and a prophylaxis medication should be recommended to those who are prone to breakouts.

FAQs

What can I expect during the treatment?

A sterile tip housing microneedles is attached to a pen type device. The pen oscillates the needles, moving them up and down at varying speeds. A solution is applied to the skin and the tip glides over the skin creating micro channels. The microneedling treatment takes about 1 hour.

Is it painful?

A topical anesthetic is applied to the skin before the treatment to make it very comfortable.

Is there downtime?

  • There may be about 1 to 2 days of social downtime.

  • The skin may be pink and slightly swollen.

  • Your skin may feel tight and dry (like a mild sunburn) Some people may see their skin return to normal in 24 hours.

  • Avoid sun exposure & any heat producing activities (sauna/excercise) for 24hrs.

  • Skin may flake 4-7 days post treatment.

  • Avoid direct sun exposure for 1-2 weeks post treatment.*

    *(failure to follow post treatment instructions can put you at risk for hyperpigmentation.)

How many treatments are recommended?

A series of 3-6 treatments is recommended, at least one month apart. Treatments may be purchased as a package.

Is it safe?

Yes, microneedling is safe for a skin types & tones.