The needles create microscopic punctures in the skin which the body perceives as damage and naturally rushes to heal the small wounds. This causes your body to make more collagen and elastin which heal your skin, resulting in firmer skin with a more youthful appearance.

 

Immediately after a microneedling treatment your skin may be flushed or bright red, like you have been in the sun all day and may feel warm and tighter than usual. This is normal and will subside after a few hours, but it may be best to avoid this treatment if you have an important event the same day or you are going out that evening.

 

Ideal results are achieved after multiple sessions and can be safely repeated every 4-6 weeks until your desired results are achieved.

 

Benefits

• Minimally invasive requiring little or no downtime

• Enhances product absorption

• Reduces appearance of stretch marks and scars including acne scars

• Reduces appearance of fine lines and wrinkles

• Reduces enlarged pores

• Reduces appearance of hyperpigmentation or dark spots

• Smooths uneven skin tone

• Improves skin elasticity

• Brightens skin

 

Before treatment

• The week before your treatment do not use or apply any topical agents that could increase sensitivity to your skin. Any products containing retinoids, retinol or hydroxy acids should be avoided as should exfoliant

• If possible, avoid taking any anti-inflammatory medications or supplements for a minimum of 3 days before treatment. These types of medications interfere with the natural inflammatory process that is essential for skin rejuvenation to happen

• Do not undergo any IPL or laser procedures within 4 weeks of your treatment

• Avoid sun exposure, especially sunburn at least 14 days before your treatment

• Do not wax or use depilatory creams on the areas to be micro-needled at least one week before treatment

• Avoid shaving the area 24 hours before treatment

• If you are taking blood thinning agents be aware that this can enhance bruising

 

After treatment

• Just as in the lead-up to the treatment, you should avoid taking any anti-inflammatory medications for a few days after the microneedling if possible

• Avoid exfoliants, retinol & vitamin C products or any harsh chemicals for 7 days

• Avoid any potentially harsh facial treatments such as chemical peels for at least 4 weeks

• Avoid vigorous exercise (due to sweating) for 3 days

• Avoid wearing non-mineral make up for at least 24-48 hours after

• Avoid saunas, steam rooms or swimming for a week and sunbeds for up to two weeks

• Try to stay well hydrated

• A cooling jelly mask after treatment is recommended to sooth the skin

 

What areas can be treated?

Most commonly used for the face and neck, but can be used off the face to treat stretch marks and even loose or lax skin. You can perform the procedure on almost any area of the body.

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