SkinPen Microneedling

Microneedling is a treatment that enacts your skin's natural self-repair process by creating very precise and purposeful micro-injuries that penetrate to your skin's middle layer: the mesoderm. These micro wounds trigger the production of collagen and elastin in the target area- two proteins that are known for helping to keep your skin firm and smooth. The treatment is usually followed with a vitamin serum mask to nourish the skin.

While both microneedling and microdermabrasion are treatments designed to improve the look and texture of your skin, microdermabrasion does not involve needling your skin. As a result, microdermabrasion does not get as deep into your skin as microneedling does, making microneedling the more powerful when it comes to treating conditions that largely lie beneath the surface.

Microneedling is generally not recommended to those with blood disorders, cancer patients receiving chemotherapy or radiation, those prone to contact dermatitis, or if your body has a keloidal tendency. Please disclose all conditions and concerns with our trained staff in your initial free consultation to ensure we can direct you only to the treatments that are safe and in your best interest.

The staff at Essence Medical is proud to use the SkinPen as our tool of choice for all microneedling procedures. It's track record both within our clinics and across the world, makes it the beyond logical choice to ensure we can give our clients the best treatment possible. Our team also regularly makes a point of assessing all options on the market to see if new developments can ever further improve our already outstanding service.

The most common treatment area for microneedling is the face, however it has also grown in popularity for its use on the neck and decolletage. If you have another treatment area in mind please let our team know as part of your free consultation and they can fully assess the situation and guide you towards the best possible treatment for your goal.

Our trained Essence Medical staff will always outline best practices post-treatment to ensure you take care of yourself and help maximize desired results. General best practices include hydrating the skin, avoiding heavy makeup use for 2-3 days after each treatment, and using a good sunscreen.

While most clients will see some benefits after just one treatment, three to four treatments are typically suggested to maximize results. Of course, every patient is different, and the number of sessions will depend on the current state of your skin and whether or not a particular condition is being treated. Our staff will always assess your situation and give an educated estimation of how many treatments are needed as part of your free consultation.

Yes, microneedling is 1 of 2 parts of the now infamous vampire facial. In a typical microneedling treatment, we complete the session by nourishing your skin with a specially formulated vitamin serum mask. Should you opt for the vampire facial, that mask would be replaced with a Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment for even more skin rejuvenation power and radiance. CLICK HERE to learn more about PRP.

All medical and cosmetic procedures come with a degree of risk. Generally microneedling is problem-free procedure but minor side effects can include redness and swelling for up to 5 days after each treatment session.We are always happy to answer all questions and can direct you to more detailed procedure paperwork upon request.