Microneedling

Microneedling, otherwise known as skin needling is an aesthetic procedure that involves repeatedly puncturing the skin with tiny, sterile needles in order to induce tissue remodeling via endogenous production of cutaneous collagen. Benefits from this treatment are endless and are essential for ensuring normal barrier function, hydration and plumpness, as well as even pigmentation and general skin vitality.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

Micro needling, is an aesthetic procedure that involves repeatedly puncturing the skin with tiny, sterile needles in order to induce our natural healing cascade. This cascade involves the secretion of cytokines and growth factors which stimulate fibroblasts to produce collagen fibres and elastin to remodel the skin and improve the quality and overall texture of the skin.

Benefits of this treatment include:

• Visible and long lasting results (usually after 6 weeks)

• Natural collagen production for 1 year (on average)

• Minimally invasive

• Minimal Pain (topical anaesthetic is used)

• Minimal or no side effects

• Minimal discomfort post treatment

• Short healing time 

• Suitable for all Fitzpatrick skin types 1-6

• Suitable for different parts of the body including the scalp

Microneedling is an excellent treatment to improve a number of skin complaints and conditions such as:

• Fine lines and wrinkles 

• Reduces pore size

• Improves skin quality and uneven texture by increasing dermal thickness

• Lightens uneven pigmentation from early photo ageing

• Evens out uneven and dull skin tones

• Improves appearance of old and new stretch marks on abdomen, flanks and thighs

• Reduces appearance of atrophic scars caused by acne

• Reduces appearance of post acne blemishes

• Reduces chicken pox scars 

• Lax/loose skin

• Hair restoration

DOES IT HURT?

During this treatment we always apply a topical anaesthetic cream, leaving it for 20 – 30 minutes.

Most patients report this treatment to be pain free. 

WILL THIS TREATMENT WORK FOR MY SKIN?

In order for us to provide you with the best possible service and to achieve optimal results, we recommend coming in for a free consultation, where we will thoroughly examine your skin.  We will take your full medical history and your lifestyle characteristics into account, in order to establish your key concerns and to ensure that you are advised of the most suitable treatment tailored for your skin.

In some cases we may recommend that you prepare your skin with a skin care regime in advance of this treatment to prepare your skin to achieve the best possible outcome. Healthy skin will always respond better to treatment and the results will last longer.

WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER MICRONEEDLING

Day 1

Face will appear flushed or look as if you have sunburn, it will feel tight and you may also be slightly puffy and may have some bruising especially around the eyes and over areas where the skin is thin. We will provide a post-care treatment pack to keep your skin moisturised and comfortable.

Day 2

Face may still be reddened like moderate sunburn, swelling may still be present (depending on the needle length) . Most patients can return to their usual activities with makeup. skin will feel dry.

Day 3

The skin is returning to its normal colour; bruising is fading and swelling goes down.

Day 4-6

Minimal swelling/bruising. Skin feels a bit dry and may be flaky.

Day 7

Usually fully recovered.