Microneedling

How does microneedling work?

Microneedling is a minimally invasive procedure that uses fine needles to make miniscule, evenly-spaced micro-injuries to the skin. This triggers the body’s wound healing process, stimulates healthy surrounding tissue to repair the damage, and brings the skin back to its healthiest looking state.

This repair process helps reduce the appearance of dark spots, wrinkles, sagging, and texture irregularities such as acne pitting or stretch marks.

Recent studies have proven that Microneedling is effective in targeting the melanocytes responsible for melanin overproduction, which means you can achieve brighter, more even-toned skin.

Wondering exactly what’s happening beneath the skin’s surface as a result of Microneedling?

Phase 1: inflammation
Triggers the skin’s immune response

Phase 2: proliferation
New, healthy-looking skin begins to form

Phase 3: remodeling
Skin appears bright, smooth, and refined

Microneedling is safe, virtually painless, and can benefit all skin types. By targeting your skin’s inflammation and repair process, Microneedling stimulates the production of new, healthy-looking skin.  Microneedling helps:

• Brighten your complexion
• Reduce the appearance of dark spots
• Diminish the appearance of lines and wrinkles
• Refine the look of pores

Included in the service is Medik8 Hyaluronic Acid and Vit C which aids cell renewal, strengthen the skin’s barrier, hydrate, reduce inflammation and amplify the results by supporting skin’s remodeling and wound healing processes. The treatment also includes LED Light therapy mask.

Common questions about Microneedling

Who is not a candidate for Microneedling?
Microneedling is generally safe for all skin types, but those who are pregnant, have a history of eczema, psoriasis, herpes, diabetes and other chronic conditions should consult with their Doctor for approval.

Does it hurt?
It can be uncomfortable in certain areas of your face. However, the treatment is fairly quick, and we recommend the application of a numbing cream beforehand.

How many treatments do I need?
With any advanced skin treatment, a series of treatments is recommended for long lasting, visible results. It will always depend on your unique skin and goals, but generally, a series of 3 treatments spaced one month apart and then annual maintenance is recommended.

How much downtime is there?
The skin will appear red for four hours post treatment.  There’s no significant downtime with this minimally invasive procedure.