M I C R O N E E D L I N G
Microneedling is a minimally invasive medical aesthetic treatment where tiny, sterile needles superficially pierce the epidermis creating thousands of micro-channels. This results in a breakdown of old, hardened tissue and kicks your body’s natural healing response into overdrive. Microneedling causes an accelerated production of fibroblasts, growth factors, collagen and elastin — in other words, a whole lotta goodness!
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Derived from ancient acupuncture and mesotherapy techniques, microneedling is quickly becoming the treatment of choice for many skin conditions and concerns. It offers an array of benefits including restoring the skin’s resiliency, reducing pore size, diminishing fine lines and wrinkles, eliminating acne and acne scars, tightening and rejuvenating the tone of skin, fading stretch marks, getting rid of sun damage and hyperpigmentation and reducing vascular redness, such as telangiectasia/couperose and rosacea.

FAQ'S

What Are The Benefits?

-Stimulates cell multiplication and collagen remodelling. -Harmonises pigmentation, melasma or age spots. -Breaks down scar tissue to repair acne scarring or surgical scars. -Harmonises pigmentation and discolouration. -The treatment can be performed at different depths to target specific problem areas. -Minimal downtime required after the treatment compared to other rejuvenation treatments. -As Microneedling does not use any active ingredients or laser/light therapy, it is a recommended treatment for sensitive skins, darker skin tones and acne.



How Many Treatments Will I Need?

The number of treatments required will depend on your individual skin type and concern. Generally, best results come from 3 treatments, 4-6 weeks apart. A custom treatment plan that's right for you will be advised at your consultation.



Is It Painful?

A topical numbing cream is applied to the treatment area before procedure to make it more comfortable.



What Precautions Should I Take Pre and Post?

You should avoid the following for at least 24 hours: Strenuous exercise Consumption of alcohol It is also recommended to avoid the following for two weeks: Extended exposure to sun or uv light Extended exposure to heat or freezing temperatures Exposure to any of the above may cause temporary redness, swelling, and/or itching on the treatment area. If you have swelling you can apply an ice pack for a brief period to help with discomfort. We always recommend the use of sunscreen to prevent sun damage to the skin. Sunscreen with SPF 30 or above should be used daily. If you are under the sun for prolonged periods of time, sunscreen needs to be reapplied at least once every two hours.



What Can I Expect After My Treatment?

After your microneedling session you may notice redness, some tingling and the sensation of heat, similar to that of mild sunburn. This will subside within 24-48 hours. The real results become evident after a week, with improvement in skin tone and texture. Effects on pigmentation and scarring will continue to improve with every treatment.



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