The concept of micro-needling has been around for a while and 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, which automatically trigger new collagen synthesis without causing scar tissue formation. The micro-injuries also create channels that allow products to penetrate deeper into the skin resulting in better product efficacy.

There are numerous benefits received through use of SkinPen because SkinPen is designed to stimulate your skin’s natural ability to produce new collagen formation creating healthier skin, and can be used to improve the appearance acne scars, hyperpigmentation, stretch marks, skin texture as well as, fine lines and wrinkles.

One of the most exciting things about SkinPen is that it can be used on all types of skin and can be used to address a wide range of problems such as acne scars, stretch marks, fine lines, and wrinkles.

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.

The unique design of SkinPen allows for individualized settings, which makes the treatment very comfortable for most patients.

The procedure typically takes 30 minutes depending on the size of the area treated, number of areas, and the severity of damage on the skin. Following your consultation, your SkinPen provider can give you 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.

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 that dermal collagen remodeling takes place over time. To expect to see damage done over an extensive period of time disappear immediately is unrealistic. 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 by your skin care professional based upon 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 with your skin care professional to help maintain the glow and rejuvenating effects of your personalized SkinPen treatments.

One of the many benefits to utilizing SkinPen is the versatility. You can use any product line of your choice. Please consult your skin care professional on which products will best aid in getting optimal results following your SkinPen treatment.

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, the depth of repair process required, and how aggressive the treatment is performed

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.

Yes! In fact, this is a big advantage offered through SkinPen’s technology. SkinPen treatments can be performed on all skin colors and types.

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.

Typically, patients can resume their normal makeup and skin care regimen 2-3 days following their SkinPen treatment. As this may vary based on the area and type of treatment performed, make sure to consult your SkinPen provider for their recommendation.