Microneedling treatment has been increasing in popularity over the last few years, becoming the preferred option for skin rejuvenation and repair.
In this guide, we’ll be exploring all there is to know about Microneedling treatment, specifically SkinPen, including safety, side effects, benefits and more.
If any of your questions aren’t answered, don’t hesitate to contact our friendly team, who can help advise you on this treatment.
Microneedling is a unique treatment that creates tiny punctures in the skin. Although it may sound painful or dangerous, these micro-tears in the skin are so small that the naked eye can barely see them. This is completed using a microneedling roller with hundreds of tiny needles designed to pierce the skin.
These micro-injuries in the skin then trigger the body’s natural healing process. This then encourages increased production of collagen and elastin, the two elements responsible for keeping skin tight, healthy and youthful. As the skin heals, it does so by bringing about a much more vibrant, youthful and enhanced complexion.
One of the main benefits of Microneedling treatment is its ability to treat various skin conditions. Some of the most notable reasons for having a microneedling treatment are its skin rejuvenation and repairing properties.
People will often opt for Microneedling to help with Scarring caused by acne and hyperpigmentation issues and to minimise pore size to help prevent unwanted dirt and other impurities that may worsen acne for some people.
You’ll be pleased to know that after extensive clinical trials, Microneedling with the SkinPen device is considered extremely safe. The treatment is fully FDA-approved and is considered safe for almost anyone, inclusive of all skin types and pigments.
Microneedling with SkinPen is not considered painful by any means, however, you can expect to feel pressure and a scratching feeling during your treatment. Although this is the case, pretty much all o our patients do not feel discomfort during this treatment.
If you are to feel any increased discomfort, this is often felt around the bony parts of the face, such as the jaw, forehead and hairline.
Side effects from SkinPen Microneedling are often minor, temporary, and contained to the area treated. Side effects for this treatment include short-term redness, light swelling, and, in some cases, skin flaking. However, this will only last for a few days.
Aftercare advice is included with every treatment, and our experienced clinicians will be able to advise on the best way to ensure comfort post-treatment.
You’ll be pleased to know that downtime for this treatment is very short, and will only take around 24-48 hours to fully recover. Downtime for SkinPen does not require you to take any time off from work, and you can return to your normal activities immediately after your treatment.
For most people, we recommend 3 to 6 sessions of SkinPen to see their optimum result. For those with younger skin, 1 or 2 treatments may be enough to achieve the rejuvenated results that you desire. Everyone is different, and as the treatment depends on your body’s unique ability to regenerate cells, the number of treatments required varies per person.
At your initial consultation, our skin specialists will be able to understand more about you and your skin, and be able to provide a more accurate recommendation for your course of treatment.
Microneedling is definitely one of our most popular treatments for its effective skin rejuvenation results and range of benefits. Perfect for those who want to achieve a more radiant look, or would like to reduce the visibility of scarring or hyperpigmentation, Microneedling has become a preferred option.
Some of the benefits of Microneedling treatments include:
We hope the information above has helped inform you about this effective treatment for skin rejuvenation and promoting naturally healthy skin. We always recommend Microneedling treatments for those looking to improve the radiance of their skin, to treat acne scarring and hyperpigmentation, or to have an overall rejuvenated look.
If your questions weren’t answered or you would like to discuss your own SkinPen Microneedling, contact our team or book a treatment online to take the first step to rejuvenated skin.
We hope to see you soon!
