Microneedling

SkinPen Microneedling

FDA-cleared collagen induction therapy that uses precise micro-injuries to stimulate your skin's natural healing response. Clinically proven results for scars, fine lines, and uneven texture.

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The Treatment

What Is Microneedling?

SkinPen is the first FDA-cleared microneedling device. Its precision-controlled needles create thousands of micro-channels in the skin at an exact, consistent depth. This controlled injury triggers the body's wound-healing cascade, producing new collagen and elastin in the treated areas.

SkinPen microneedling treats acne scars, fine lines, wrinkles, large pores, uneven skin texture, stretch marks, and overall skin laxity. It can be performed on the face, neck, decolletage, and body. When combined with PRP, the growth factors are driven into the micro-channels for significantly enhanced results.

Most clients see meaningful improvement after a series of 3 sessions spaced 4 weeks apart. Acne scarring typically requires 6 or more sessions. Results continue building for 3 to 6 months after each treatment as new collagen matures. Annual maintenance sessions sustain long-term improvement.

Quick Facts
    • Session length: 30 to 45 minutes with numbing
    • Downtime: 24 to 48 hours redness, mild flaking days 2 to 5
    • Results visible: 2 to 4 weeks per session, building over 3 months
    • Sessions needed: 3 for general rejuvenation, 6+ for scars
    • Best for: Acne scars, fine lines, texture, pores, stretch marks
The Experience

What to Expect

Before

Stop retinoids and active exfoliants 1 week before your appointment. Do not schedule if you have active acne breakouts or skin infections in the treatment area. Topical numbing cream is applied 45 minutes before the procedure. Arrive clean-faced with no makeup.

During

With numbing in place, the SkinPen device is moved in multiple directions across the treatment area. The needles penetrate at a precise controlled depth. You will feel a mild scratching or vibrating sensation. Some pinpoint bleeding in the treatment area is normal and expected. The session takes 30 to 45 minutes.

After

Skin looks and feels like a mild sunburn for 24 to 48 hours after treatment. Mild dryness and light flaking may occur on days 2 to 5. Resume normal skincare at day 3, avoiding actives. Wear SPF daily. Space sessions 4 weeks apart to allow complete healing and collagen production before the next treatment.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How many sessions do I need?
For general skin rejuvenation, fine lines, and texture, a series of 3 sessions spaced 4 weeks apart produces excellent results. For acne scarring, 6 or more sessions are typically needed to achieve significant scar reduction. Your provider assesses your baseline and sets a realistic expectation after your first session.
Does microneedling hurt?
Numbing cream is applied before the session, which makes the treatment very comfortable for most clients. The sensation during treatment is a mild vibration and scratching. Without numbing, the procedure would be more uncomfortable — the prep time is worth it.
Is SkinPen good for acne scars?
Yes. SkinPen microneedling is one of the most effective non-laser options for acne scarring. It breaks up the fibrous scar tissue beneath the surface and stimulates new collagen to fill in depressed scars over time. Combining SkinPen with PRP further accelerates the remodeling process.
What is the difference between SkinPen and at-home rollers?
At-home dermarollers cannot reach therapeutic needle depths safely, use fixed-angle needles that drag through the skin rather than puncture precisely, and cannot be sterilized between uses. SkinPen uses sterile, single-use cartridges and delivers controlled, vertical needle penetration at clinically validated depths. The results are not comparable.
Can I combine microneedling with PRP?
Yes, and this combination is highly recommended for scar revision, hair loss, and skin quality improvement. PRP is applied to the skin immediately after microneedling so the growth factors penetrate through the micro-channels directly into the dermis, significantly enhancing the collagen response.
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