Microneedling
Microneedling involves using a handheld device to create hundreds of microscopic needle impressions in the skin on the face or body. As the treatment pen is passed over the face, it creates microinjuries and prompts the derma, a deeper layer of skin, to mount a healing response, delivering a natural collagen boost. The tiny channels in the skin made by the needles also allows for deeper absorption of topical treatments after treatment.
Microneedling is an effective treatment and can treat a range of different skin concerns, such as:
- Decreased skin elasticity
- Enlarged pores
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Sundamage
- Uneven skin tone
- Acne scars
Microneedling with Hyaluronic Acid
Hyaluronic acid when absorbed into the skin after microneedling, can aid in adding volume and providing nourishing hyaluronic acid to the skin. When paired with micro-needling, the repair process begins almost immediately resulting in softened wrinkles and scars, as well as a thicker dermis.
PRP + Microneedling (Vampire Facial)
Microneedling is generally more effective if platelet rich plasma (PRP) from the blood is added to the treatment. PRP is plasma that has a higher concentration of platelets than other blood constituents. Platelets trigger the release of growth factors in plasma, which are crucial for the healing of wounds injury. This treatment is completely natural using your own platelets to stimulate the release of growth factors for the skin stem cells to grow healthier and at a faster rate.
Proteins found in PRP include cytokines and growth factors. These proteins aid in the self-repair of skin tissue.