Microneedling triggers the skin’s natural healing process, so you are left with smoother, brighter, more youthful looking skin. At The Vitality Spa, we use the SkinPen by Crown Aesthetics for microneedling treatments.
THE BENEFITS
- Effective for acne scars, wrinkles, dull or uneven complexion, and other aging skin concerns
- Softens, smooths, and tightens the skin
- Appropriate for all skin types
- No post-treatment downtime
- Simulates collagen production to improve elasticity and firmness in the skin
- Brings out your skin’s natural glow and youthfulness
- Comfortable treatment process—light numbing cream minimizes discomfort
- Less abrasive than chemical peels
SkinPen
SkinPen microneedling can improve your complexion, improve the appearance of wrinkles on the neck, and reduce the appearance of acne scars. This will reveal smooth, healthy skin that glows from within.
Recommended Frequency: 3-6 treatments, 4 weeks apart.
What to Know: Avoid topical solutions that increase skin sensitivity—retinols, exfoliants, topical antibiotics—for 5-7 days prior to treatment. Avoid anti-inflammatory medications and sun exposure for one week following your treatment. Protect your skin before and after treatment with SPF 30+ sunscreen.
RF Microneedling
RF microneedling is truly a total skin rejuvenation treatment. By pairing radio frequency and microneedling, it targets both superficial and deep skin rejuvenation, stimulating collagen production, and the regeneration of new skin. It helps improve fine lines and wrinkles and helps with acne scarring.
Recommended Frequency: 3-6 treatments, 4 weeks apart.
What to Know: Avoid topical solutions that increase skin sensitivity—retinols, exfoliants, topical antibiotics—for 5-7 days prior to treatment. Avoid anti-inflammatory medications and sun exposure for one week following your treatment. Protect your skin before and after treatment with SPF 30+ sunscreen.
SkinPen + PRP
This treatment infuses Platelet-Rich Plasma (also known as PRP) from the patient’s blood into the skin with microneedling. PRP contains high concentrations of the building blocks to create new collagen. Utilizing PRP in combination with microneedling will achieve stronger and more long lasting collagen boosting results.
Recommended Frequency: 3-6 treatments, 4 weeks apart.
What to Know: Avoid topical solutions that increase skin sensitivity—retinols, exfoliants, topical antibiotics—for 5-7 days prior to treatment. Avoid anti-inflammatory medications and sun exposure for one week following your treatment. Protect your skin before and after treatment with SPF 30+ sunscreen.
SkinPen + Stem Cells
All of the great benefits from microneedling with our stem cells. This treatment effectively brightens and targets hyperpigmentation on a cellular level. Also great for anti-aging and helping to boost the collagen and elasticity in the skin to improve fine lines and wrinkles.
Recommended Frequency: 3-6 treatments, 4 weeks apart.
What to Know: Avoid topical solutions that increase skin sensitivity—retinols, exfoliants, topical antibiotics—for 5-7 days prior to treatment. Avoid anti-inflammatory medications and sun exposure for one week following your treatment. Protect your skin before and after treatment with SPF 30+ sunscreen.
FAQs
Is microneedling right for me?
Microneedling is effective for all skin types, so anyone with wrinkles, acne scars, and large pores can benefit from this treatment. SkinPen microneedling should not be used for patients who have open wounds, sores, irritated skin, or skin cancers in the treated areas. It is also not appropriate for pregnant or nursing women.
What can I expect after microneedling treatment?
There is minimal downtime with microneedling, so you can return to your daily routine right away. However, you may have a sunburn-like feeling on your skin for a few days after each treatment. Your provider will recommend appropriate skin care products—including a gentle cleanser, moisturizer, and sunscreen—to care for your skin following microneedling. The skin may feel dry and flaky for up to one week after treatment. This is a sign of increased cell turnover, and you should avoid scrubbing, peeling, or picking at affected areas.
Is microneedling safe?
Microneedling is a safe, FDA-cleared treatment that is gentle on the skin. Each microneedling treatment implements a single-use cartridge with the SkinPen device, ensuring no cross contamination between procedures.
How can I improve my results with microneedling?
Microneedling can provide amazing results on its own, but pairing your treatment with radiofrequency, Stem Cells, or PRP therapy can boost your results. Following a thorough skin care routine at home will also help you maintain softer, smoother skin. In addition, you may schedule regular facials or follow up microneedling treatments to continue pampering and rejuvenating the skin.
How long will it take to see results?
Most patients will need between 3 to 6 treatments for full results from microneedling, but you may see an improvement in the skin tone and texture after a single treatment session. Results will be visible for up to six months after your last treatment.
What is the SkinPen by Crown Aesthetics?
At The Vitality Spa, we use the SkinPen by Crown Aesthetics for microneedling treatments. This device is FDA-cleared and clinically proven to improve the appearance of wrinkles and acne scars in patients. SkinPen microneedling works by penetrating the skin with very tiny needles to create microchannels that trigger the wound healing process. This, in turn, kick starts collagen production for effective remodeling of the skin with no visible damage on the surface. For even more dramatic results, microneedling can be paired with radiofrequency, Stem Cells, or Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy.