Skin renewal, refined texture, fresher glow
Microneedling Pen
Skin renewal, refined texture, fresher glow
Microneedling Pen
Microneedling is a results-led treatment that supports collagen and skin renewal. It is ideal for improving texture, pores, fine lines and early scarring - with a natural finish that still looks like you.
Microneedling uses a medical-grade pen device to create controlled micro-channels in the skin. This stimulates the skin’s repair response and supports:
- collagen & elastin production
- improved texture & tone
- smoother & brighter skin
- better skincare absorption
What is Microneedling?
Microneedling may be suitable if you want to improve:
• uneven texture and enlarged pores
• fine lines
• mild acne scarring
• dullness and dehydration
• post-inflammatory pigmentation (assessment dependent)
• uneven texture and enlarged pores
• fine lines
• mild acne scarring
• dullness and dehydration
• post-inflammatory pigmentation (assessment dependent)
Who is it for?
• Face
• Neck
• Décolletage
• Hands
• Body areas such as scarring/stretch marks
• Neck
• Décolletage
• Hands
• Body areas such as scarring/stretch marks
Areas we can treat
Redness, tightness, mild swelling, pinpoint bleeding, dryness/flaking. Rare: infection, prolonged irritation.
Possible side effects
To support optimal results and reduce the risk of side effects:
If you experience mild discomfort, you may take paracetamol (if suitable for you).
- Avoid makeup for 24 hours.
- Avoid strenuous exercise for 24–48 hours.
- Avoid alcohol for 24 hours.
- Avoid extreme temperatures (e.g., saunas, steam rooms, ice baths) for 72 hours.
- Avoid touching, rubbing, or picking the skin for 48 hours.
- Avoid swimming, hot tubs and steam rooms for 48 hours.
- Use gentle skincare only for 48–72 hours and avoid retinoids/acids for 5–7 days.
- Apply SPF daily and avoid strong sun exposure for 1 week.
If you experience mild discomfort, you may take paracetamol (if suitable for you).
Treatment Aftercare
To help minimise irritation and ensure the best possible outcome:
- Avoid active skincare (retinoids, acids, exfoliants) for 3–5 days before your appointment
- Avoid sunbeds, tanning and sunburn for 1 week before treatment.
- Avoid alcohol for 24 hours before treatment.
- If possible, avoid blood-thinning medications such as aspirin or ibuprofen for 72 hours (unless prescribed). If you take prescription anticoagulants/blood thinners, please let your practitioner know in advance.
- Please arrive with a clean, make-up free face where possible.
- If you are prone to cold sores, let us know before treatment (especially if treating around the mouth).
Pre-Treatment Advice
Pre & Post treatment advice
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