Microneedling

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Microneedling is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that’s used to treat skin concerns by stimulating collagen production. Also known as collagen induction therapy, this treatment creates micro-punctures in the skin using miniature, sterilized needles to generate the production of new collagen.

According to the American Academy of Dermatology Association (AAD), the skin’s healing process after microneedling can help reduce the appearance of scars and dark spots as well as improve skin elasticity.

Microneedling activates your body’s natural cellular regeneration to help tighten and lift skin, while minimizing many common skin problems and can be used in conjunction with other treatments.

Benefits of microneedling can include:

• reducing the appearance of scars, including acne scars
• reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
• reducing enlarged pores
• reducing the appearance of hyperpigmentation, or dark spots
• smoothing uneven skin tone
• improving skin elasticity
• reducing the appearance of stretch marks
• reducing the appearance of scars
• promoting hair growth in people with alopecia

What to expect:

Day 1: Red appearance of the skin will vary depending on your treatment and the depth of the penetration of the needles. 

Day 2: Redness or pinkness of the skin will be similar to moderate sunburn. Swelling may be more noticeable. 

Day 3: Skin may still be pink or have returned to normal color. Swelling will subside. 

Contraindications:

 • Have active skin cancer in the treatment area(s)
• Have open wounds, sores, or irritated skin in the 

treatment area(s)
• Have an allergy to stainless steel or anesthetics
• Have a hemorrhagic (bleeding) disorder or hemostatic 

(bleeding) dysfunction
• Are pregnant or nursing
• Are currently taking drugs with the ingredient 

isotretinoin (such as Accutane) 

Absolute contraindications include: scleroderma, collagen vascular diseases or cardiac abnormalities; rosacea or blood clotting problems; active bacterial or fungal infections; immuno-suppression; and facial fillers used in the past 6 months.