SkinPen Microneedling

There are numerous benefits received through the use of SkinPen because new collagen production can reverse years of sun damage, improve the appearance of acne scars, stretch marks, and hyper-pigmentation as well as enhance the overall appearance of ageing skin.

One of the most exciting things about SkinPen is that it can be used on all skin colours and types of skin and can be used to address a wide range of problems.

SkinPen’s variable needle depth allows for versatility and therefore it can be used on many parts of the body, including the face, neck, décolleté, arms, hands, legs, abdomen and back.

A topical numbing cream is applied to the skin first and the unique design of SkinPen allows for individualised settings, which makes the treatment very comfortable for most people.

The procedure typically takes 30 – 60 minutes depending on the size of the area treated, the number of areas and the severity of damage on the skin. Following your consultation, you will have a better idea of what to expect.

The total healing time depends on the severity of the damaged skin and the depth of repair process required. On average, patients have some slight redness/pinkness (like a mild sunburn) for 2-4 days. Some patients may heal completely in 24 hours.

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Many patients notice healthier-looking skin immediately. However, the natural repair process of your own skin continues to progress over the course of several weeks. Keep in mind dermal collagen remodelling takes place over time it is not realistic to expect damage that has occurred over an extensive period to disappear immediately. You may not see the final result until up to 3-6 months following your final session.

The number of treatments required will be determined during the consultation and based on your individual treatment goals and the health of your skin. However, it is recommended for most patients to receive a series of 3 treatments spaced about 4 weeks apart. For patients with deep wrinkles, advanced photo-aging, stretch marks or acne scars it is recommended to receive 6-8 sessions at 4-6 week intervals. We also recommend developing a maintenance plan to help maintain the glow and rejuvenating effects of your personalised SkinPen treatments.

Use of SkinPen is contraindicated for patients with a history of keloid scars, scleroderma, collagen vascular diseases or cardiac abnormalities; a hemorrhagic disorder or hemostatic dysfunction; or an active bacterial or fungal infection.

SkinPen is not recommended for pregnant women because the micro-needles produce micro-injuries on the skin, which naturally causes a repair process to begin. This healing process and production of new collagen requires vitamins and nutrients to be utilized that would otherwise be reserved for the unborn child.

Most patients only experience some slight redness/pinkness (like a mild sunburn) for 2-4 days. However, the reaction to treatment depends on the severity of the damaged skin and the depth of the repair process required.