How SkinPen
micro-needling
treatments work
Each of our bodies have a natural healing system that allows repair of injury by stimulating production of both collagen and elastin. With the micro-needling system, SkinPen® initiates this response by creating hundreds of transient micro channels into the skin, called fractionated injuries. SkinPen® helps to promote healing and regeneration mechanically, and without the use of heat energy or cutting of the skin.
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Typically, 3 to 6 treatments are recommended to achieve best results, however results may be seen in as few your first couple sessions. Each treatment typically performed 4 to 6 weeks apart, depending on the area and skin type being treated. Downtime is minimal, making the SkinPen® a convenient alternative to traditional facial peels and laser treatments that may take several days to recover.
Benefits of SkinPen’s unique approach to skin rejuvenation
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Transient microchannels promote skin healing and rejuvenation naturally and effectively
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Safe to perform for all skin types, no risk of fibrosis
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Less invasive means to promote collagen formation without the use of more aggressive options such as thermal techniques and surgically excising skin tissue, and with scar-free healing
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Minimal downtime, minimal to no peeling post-treatment
What can you treat with the SkinPen?
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Increase absorption of active ingredients into skin, such as Platelet Rich Plasma or growth factors
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Stimulate collagen production, which promotes rejuvenation
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Improve wrinkles, minimize pore size and induce skin tightening
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Improve surgical, traumatic, burn, and acne scars
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It may also improve stretch marks and hyperpigmentation (brown spots and melasma)
What to expect after Micro-Needling treatments
You can expect minimal downtime with SkinPen, similar to that of a mild sunburn including temporary and minimal redness, swelling and tenderness. However, after just one day patients may return to normal activities and are able to conceal most of the signs of treatment with regular makeup. You will begin to see improvement in your skin’s texture, skin tone evening, and tightening within 2 to 3 weeks after each treatment (with best results noticeable typically 3 to 6 treatments).