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SkinPen® Microneedling

An FDA-approved, medical-grade microneedling treatment that provides a targeted approach to skin renewal, improving the appearance of fine lines, enlarged pores, hyperpigmentation, and acne scarring. Controlled micro-injuries stimulate the skin’s natural wound-healing response, increasing collagen and elastin production to support firmer, healthier-looking skin.

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Benefits of Microneedling

Improves Skin Texture, Firmness and Elasticity

By stimulating collagen and elastin production

By activating the skin’s natural repair process, microneedling strengthens and thickens the dermis, enhancing elasticity and smoothing fine lines and wrinkles.

Repeated sessions gradually reduce unevenness, pitted scars, and rough skin. This strengthens the dermis, making scars less noticeable and skin more resilient.

Minimises the appearance of enlarged pores and smooths rough or crepey skin for a more refined look

Promotes cell turnover, improving dullness and uneven skin tone

Tiny channels increase absorption of serums and active ingredients, allowing your skincare to work more effectively, without congestion

Highly versatile treatment that can be performed on the under-eyes, face, neck, décolletage, hands, body, and scalp to support hair rejuvenation.

Microneedling​ Add-Ons

Take your Microneedling results to the next level by combining the treatment with targeted add-ons:

  • PRP

An advanced skin rejuvenation treatment that combines microneedling with the healing power of your own platelets. A small sample of your blood is taken and processed to concentrate platelets and growth factors.

  • Exosomes

This dual-powered regenerative treatment elevates skin repair by using stem cell-derived exosomes to deliver growth factors, proteins, and signalling molecules, accelerating and enhancing the skin’s natural healing and rejuvenation.

Both treatments are suitable for face, neck and hair.

Treatment Overview

Treatment Time

10-15 minutes

Discomfort Level

Minimal – 1/5

Downtime

1 treatment every 3 months

Protocol

2-3 treatments, spaced 4 weeks apart

Maintenance

1 treatment, every 3-6 months

Microneedling - FAQs

How long does each treatment take?

45-60 minutes per session. This includes cleansing and preparing the skin, applying a numbing cream to minimise discomfort, performing the microneedling procedure, applying post-treatment products and LED light therapy.

If combined with PRP or exosomes, the session may take slightly longer, around 60–75 minutes, to allow for preparation and application of the regenerative serum.

For lasting improvements, the recommended treatment plan is:

  • Initial course: 3 sessions, spaced 4–6 weeks apart
  • Maintenance: 1 session every 3–6 months

Yes, microneedling is often combined with exosomes, PRP, or chemical peels to enhance results. Your practitioner will recommend the most effective combination for your skin.

A topical numbing cream is applied before the procedure to ensure maximum comfort. Most clients describe the sensation as mild and tolerable.

Downtime

  • It is common to experience mild redness and swelling similar to a sunburn immediately after treatment.
  • Redness usually subsides within 24–48 hours, though some may see slight swelling or sensitivity for a few days.
  • Tiny pinpoint bleeding or bruising can occur but generally heals quickly.
  • Dryness and mild flaking can occur for 3-5 days.
  • Makeup can usually be applied after 24 hours.
 

Aftercare

  • Avoid touching or rubbing the treated area for at least 24 hours.
  • Avoid the use of skincare actives (retinoids and exfoliating acids) for 3–5 days.
  • Keep skin hydrated with gentle moisturizers and serums.
  • Use broad-spectrum sunscreen daily to protect sensitive, healing skin.
  • Avoid excessive heat (saunas, steam rooms, hot baths) and strenuous exercise for 24–48 hours.