July 30, 2020
Microneedling with SkinPen
Quick answer: Microneedling with SkinPen at Allure Infinite Beauty uses the only FDA-cleared microneedling pen in the U.S. It boosts your skin’s normal healing result through controlled micro-wounds. The care can treat acne scars, fine lines, uneven tone, and rosacea. It may support collagen output and help slow aging. Most clients have a few days of redness or mild peeling. Bigger results often need many sessions.
Microneedling or collagen induction therapy gives you all that glow you have been dreaming about. Microneedling uses a device that controls the speed and depth of eleven fine needles. It targets your skin needs with care.
What is SkinPen?
Our SkinPen device is the only US FDA cleared Microneedling pen on the market. The medical grade needles are precise. We can treat skin more firmly than other spas because we work under the care of a medical director.
Microneedling can help treat:
- Acne Scars
- Fine Lines
- Discoloration
- Rosacea
- Collagen building to give you more plump skin
- Preventive aging treatment
How It Works
We pierce the skin to create micro-wounds. This is called wound result. Your skin heals the area and rebuilds the tissue. This leaves you glowing and supple. Bold results need many sessions and a good bond with your skin team.
You will have a few days of “downtime” that can look like a mild sunburn or even peeling skin. Your skin will thank you for this care.
The content on this page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individual results vary. All procedures and treatments at Allure Infinite Beauty are performed by or under the supervision of licensed medical professionals. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider before beginning any aesthetic or wellness treatment to determine whether it is appropriate for your individual needs and health history.
Frequently Asked Questions About Microneedling With SkinPen in Mesa
What exactly is microneedling, and why is it called collagen induction therapy?
Microneedling is a skilled skin care that uses a device with fine needles. It makes tiny holes in the skin’s top layer. The skin reads these holes as small wounds. It then starts its own healing process. This makes new collagen and elastin — two key proteins for firm, smooth skin. The term “collagen induction therapy” names this way. The care is built to boost the skin’s own collagen output. This is why it may help with texture, firmness, and scar look over time.
What skin concerns can microneedling with SkinPen treat?
SkinPen microneedling is used for acne scarring, large pores, fine lines, skin texture, and skin tone. Some clients use it as part of a skin health routine. Others use it to treat set concerns. Results can vary a lot from one person to the next. They depend on how bad the concern is, the skin’s health, how many sessions are done, and how well post-care is followed. Our doctors will give you a real view of what microneedling may do for your skin at a visit.
How many SkinPen sessions are often part of a treatment plan?
Most doctors say a series of sessions works best, not just one. The skin’s collagen rebuilding result builds over time and across many sessions. The right number depends on your concerns, how your skin reacts, and your goal. Time between sessions lets the skin heal and begin collagen output. After a first series, upkeep sessions may be needed to hold results. Your doctor will lay out a plan at your visit.
Is microneedling safe for darker skin tones?
SkinPen microneedling is usually right for a wide range of skin tones. This sets it apart from laser care that has higher risk for dark spots in deeper skin. But, fit depends on more than skin tone alone. Active acne, some skin issues, and recent sun time are things your doctor will check before suggesting care. A full visit is always the right first step. Our team will be open about any factors tied to your skin.
Does microneedling hurt, and how much downtime should I expect?
Most clients say the feel during a SkinPen session is mild to moderate — clear but okay. A numbing cream is often put on before care to help with comfort. After the visit, redness and some skin reaction are common for a day or two. Some clients feel a mild sunburn-like feel. Most feel fine going back to their routine in a short time. Makeup and active skin care items are often best skipped for a brief time as the skin heals. Your doctor will give you detailed after-care steps.
Can I combine microneedling with other skin treatments?
Microneedling can at times be mixed with other care as part of a full skin plan. But, timing and fit matter. Mixing care without skilled advice can stress the skin or block healing. Our doctors take a thoughtful look at care plans. They will talk about any mix options that may be right for your goals and skin state. We do not suggest adding care without input from a skilled doctor who knows your skin.
What products should I avoid after microneedling?
In the days after a microneedling session, the skin’s barrier is more open than usual. Both helpful and harsh items get in more easily. Products with retinol, acids, vitamin C, benzoyl peroxide, or other active items should be paused for a short time. Gentle, scent-free hydration and sun care are key during healing. Your doctor will give you a list of items to avoid and a date for adding back your routine.
Planning Your SkinPen Microneedling Visit in Mesa
Before your first microneedling session, your doctor will review your full skin history. They will talk about your goals and what the care involves from start to finish. Knowing what to expect — real outcomes, the healing time, and any life changes needed — helps our clients feel ready. We never rush the visit because the quality of your results often starts with the quality of your prep.
How Allure Infinite Beauty Can Help With Microneedling
Our licensed doctors in Mesa have skill doing SkinPen microneedling for clients all over the Phoenix Valley. We offer full pre-care visits so you know the process, the expected results, and the after-care needed. Visit our skin care services page to learn about our full range of skilled care. Book your microneedling consultation online to take the first step toward the skin you want.
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Frequently Asked Questions About SkinPen Microneedling Treatment
How does SkinPen microneedling boost skin gain?
SkinPen microneedling makes thousands of tiny channels in the skin. Depths go from 0.25mm to 2.5mm. These micro-wounds kick off the skin’s normal healing chain. The body sends out growth factors and signals. These tell skin cells to make new collagen and elastin. Over the next weeks, this rebuilding leads to better skin texture and firmness. It also drops the look of scars, fine lines, and large pores. The process uses the skin’s own healing ways. This makes the gains both real and lasting.
Is SkinPen the safest microneedling device available?
SkinPen was the first microneedling device to get FDA clearance. This needed strict medical trial data to prove both safety and results. This sets it apart from many devices on the market that did not face the same level of safety testing. SkinPen uses a single-use, sterile cartridge for each client. This removes any risk of cross-mixing between clients. These points make it one of the most trusted and vetted microneedling tools in skin care practice.
What is the treatment experience like during SkinPen microneedling?
A numbing cream is put on the face for twenty to thirty minutes before care begins. This cuts pain a lot. During care, the SkinPen glides across the skin in a set path. It makes tiny channels at the pre-set depth for each area being treated. Clients often feel mild press and slight movement with little pain after full numbing. The skin looks red and feels warm after care — like a mild sunburn. The full session, including numbing time, often takes sixty to ninety minutes.
What results can I realistically expect from SkinPen microneedling?
A SkinPen series often runs three to six sessions, spaced four to six weeks apart. You can expect better skin texture and smoothness. Pore look often drops. Mild to moderate acne scarring often gets clear gain. Fine lines and early wrinkles may drop too. Skin tone tends to even out. Results build slowly. The collagen rebuilding process goes on for three to six months after each session. Big concerns like deep acne scarring may need more sessions or added care like fractional laser.
How should I care for my skin in the week after microneedling?
Here is how to care for your skin in the first week. Use a mild cleanser. Apply a healing moisturizer or peptide serum. Use only mineral sunscreen. Skip active items — retinoids, acids, and vitamin C — for five to seven days. Avoid makeup on treated areas for at least twenty-four hours. Skip heat, saunas, and pools for forty-eight hours. Attend your follow-up visit so your doctor can review healing.
More Questions About Microneedling and Skin Rejuvenation
What is the difference between at-home dermarollers and skilled microneedling?
At-home dermarollers and skilled SkinPen microneedling differ in depth, sterility, precision, and safety. Dermarollers use fixed needles at shallow depths (often 0.25–0.5mm) and roll rather than enter the skin at a straight angle. This makes uneven channels. Skilled devices go to precise, set depths (up to 2.5mm) with straight motion that causes less harm per channel. Skilled single-use cartridges are sterile; dermarollers can hold germs if not kept clean. The set depth and consistency of skilled microneedling drives the collagen-boosting result that makes clear gains. At-home rollers mainly help product get into the skin rather than boost big collagen rebuilding.
Can microneedling be combined with PRP for enhanced results?
Yes. Microneedling with platelet-rich plasma (PRP) combines the collagen-boosting effect of micro-channel creation with growth factors in your own blood plasma. The plasma is put on the skin and driven into the dermis via the open channels. This mix can boost the collagen result and may speed up healing. PRP microneedling needs an added blood draw and spin prep step during the visit. Not all clinics offer this mix. Ask your Allure Infinite Beauty doctor about whether PRP-enhanced microneedling is right for your skin goals.