Medical microneedling designed to create controlled micro injury and support collagen remodelling.

At a glance

Appointment: Often 45 to 60 min. Plan: Single session or course. Downtime: Redness typically a few days. Results: Develop over weeks to months.

Indicative guide only. Exact timing, course, recovery and suitability are confirmed after assessment.

How it works

The mechanism, without the marketing

SkinPen is a medical microneedling device that creates controlled micro channels using sterile fine needles. This controlled injury initiates a wound healing response and is often described as collagen induction therapy. Depth and passes should be adjusted to the area, skin and indication rather than using the most aggressive setting possible.

What we assess

The details that change the plan

• Active acne, infection, eczema, psoriasis or impaired healing

• Scar type, pigmentation tendency and Fitzpatrick skin type

• Recent isotretinoin, procedures, anticoagulants and relevant medical history

• Whether microneedling alone is sufficient or combination treatment is being considered

Before, during & after

What the appointment may involve

Before, assessment: Skin is prepared and any active inflammation or barrier problem is addressed first. A plan is made around the concern, not simply the device setting.

During, treatment: After cleansing and comfort measures, the sterile cartridge is passed over the treatment area at controlled depths. Pinpoint bleeding may occur at deeper settings.

After, recovery: Redness, warmth, tightness, dryness and mild swelling are expected. Carefully selected post procedure products and sun protection are important while the barrier recovers.

Results, course & recovery

What changes, and when

Collagen remodelling is gradual, so improvement is assessed over weeks and months. A course may be advised for scarring or texture, with sufficient recovery time between sessions. The endpoint is improvement, not the complete disappearance of pores or scars.

Limits, risks & alternatives

The part that should never be hidden

Microneedling cannot treat every scar type, active acne, significant laxity or vascular redness. Risks include infection, prolonged inflammation, post inflammatory pigmentation and scarring if poorly selected or performed. Peels, laser, RF microneedling, subcision, medical acne care or referral may be more appropriate.

Concerns this may relate to

Start from the why. These pages explain the concern, not just the procedure: Acne & scarring, Fine lines & wrinkles, Large pores, Loss of firmness, Uneven skin texture.

Begin with a free consultation

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