Boosts collagen
New collagen and elastin for months after one treatment.
Evens skin tone
Reduces redness and improves skin health.
Smooths fine lines
Softens fine lines, wrinkles and enlarged pores.
Safe for all skin types
No heat, so it works on all skin tones.
Microneedling FAQs
Everything you need to know before your first treatment.
What are the benefits of microneedling?
- Boosts collagen. New collagen and elastin for months after one treatment.
- Softens scars. Acne scars, newer surgical scars and stretch marks.
- Evens skin tone. Reduces redness, including redness from rosacea, and improves the overall health of your skin.
- Smooths fine lines. Softens fine lines, wrinkles and enlarged pores.
- Safe for all skin types. No heat, so it works on all skin tones.
What is microneedling?
Microneedling, also called Collagen Induction Therapy, is one of the most effective and affordable ways to refresh your skin. Tiny, controlled micro-injuries trigger your body’s natural healing, so it targets specific concerns while rejuvenating your skin overall.
How does it work?
A medical-grade skin pen creates controlled micro-injuries that kick-start your body’s natural healing response. Your skin keeps producing new collagen and elastin for several months after even one treatment, and multiple treatments build on each other.
What does it treat?
Most acne scars, newer surgical scars, fine lines, wrinkles, stretch marks and enlarged pores. It can also reduce rosacea redness and improve the overall thickness and health of your skin. A series of treatments gives visible results and helps slow the signs of aging.
What happens during a treatment? Does it hurt?
- Paperwork. You complete a short health and skin history and a consent form, so I can make sure it’s safe for you.
- Numbing. I cleanse your face and apply a topical numbing cream for about 20 minutes.
- Treatment. I use a MesoPen with a sterile 6-needle cartridge and hyaluronic acid. This takes 25 to 35 minutes.
- Aftercare. You go home with Vitamin C serum and hyaluronic acid for the next 24 hours.
Does it hurt? There is very little discomfort, and I check in with you throughout.
Is there downtime? Can I wear makeup?
Expect mild pinkness for up to 48 hours, like a mild sunburn. A couple of days later your skin may feel tight or dry, with some light flaking.
- Mineral makeup only, the day after treatment.
- Nothing but my aftercare products on your skin for at least 12 hours.
- Sunscreen daily for at least 3 weeks, since your skin is more vulnerable while it heals.
Is it safe for all skin types?
Yes. Microneedling is safe for all skin types and colors, with minimal risk of the pigment changes sometimes seen with laser. If you have active acne, we’ll clear it up first.
Please tell me if you have a serious autoimmune or health condition, an active infection, or a cardiac or vascular condition, as microneedling may not be right for you.
How many treatments will I need, and how often?
Treatments can be done every 4 to 6 weeks. Most people see results after one, and I recommend a series of 3 per year, one per season, with a break in summer. Deep scars and stretch marks can take 12 or more treatments over about 2 years.
Are the results permanent?
Results are long-lasting, but your skin keeps aging, so you can repeat treatments as often as you like.
