Growth Factor microneedling

Microneedling stimulate your skin’s natural ability to produce new collagen formation, and can be used to improve the appearance of facial wrinkles, loose skin, stretch marks, and acne scars, resulting in younger & healthier skin. Treatment results are amplified further with the use of growth factors and stem cells.

The concept of microneedling is based upon the skin’s ability to naturally repair itself when injured. Immediately following an injury, our skin begins the process of dissolving tissue damage and replacing it with new cells. Micro-needling allows for controlled induction of the skin’s self-repair process by creating precise, micro-injuries in the skin with tiny needles, which automatically trigger new collagen synthesis without causing scar tissue formation.

A sterile and disposable cartridge containing twelve 33-gauge micro-needles is attached to the tip of the device.  A thin layer of growth factor gel is applied to your skin and the appropriate treatment depth is selected for your skin type. Next, the pen is moved over the skin creating tiny channels/micro injuries.

Microneedling can be performed on all types of skin and can be used to address a wide range of problems such as acne scars, stretch marks, hyperpigmentation, fine lines and wrinkles.

Generally, no. We apply a topical numbing agent to the skin prior to the treatment so that the most efficacious setting can be achieved while keeping the patient comfortable.

Immediately following the treatment, you will notice a healthy pink glow. Total healing time depends on the severity of the damaged skin and depth of repair process required. On average, patients are pink for 1-2 days. Most patients heal completely in 24 hours. Many patients report that their skin feels slightly “windburned” for the first day.

Amount of treatments can be determined based upon goals and the health of your skin. It is recommended for most patients to receive 3-6 treatments spaced about 4 weeks apart. 

Microneedling- Pre Treatment:

 1.  Avoid sun exposure, tanning beds and self-tanning products for a minimum of 24 hours before and after the treatment and preferably for up to 1-2 weeks to minimize the risk of post treatment temporary dyspigmentation (darkening or lightening of the skin). Please be advised a treatment will not be administered on sunburned skin.

2.  Stop any retinols, topical antibiotics, exfoliants, hydroquinone and benzoyl peroxide products 3-5 days before your treatment.

3. Get your skin in the best condition prior to your treatment, by following a good at home skincare regimen. We are happy to help with recommendations. 

Microneedling- Post Treatment:

1. Please only use products in the post procedure kit you are given for at least 3 days following your treatment. 

2. Avoid retinols and any active products, like Vitamin C until your skin has healed. Once healed you may return to your regular skin care routine. 

3. Avoid makeup for at least 24 hours after treatment to avoid irritation-  only a mineral makeup may be applied after .

4. Avoid sun exposure until healed and reapply sunscreen every 2 hours.

5.  Avoid anything that causes excess sweating or heat as well such as jacuzzi's, saunas and hot showers until the skin is healed.

6. Change your pillow case and treat your face as an open wound until healed.

7.  Avoid picking or exfoliating the area and allow old/dry/dead skin to flake off naturally.

8. Keep hydrated by drinking plenty or water and hydrate skin with the post care moisturizer as needed.