This treatment uses a device with multiple thin needles to create small punctures in the skin that can help restore and increase collagen production, as well as improve skin texture and tone.
Skin Needling Overview
Skin Needling is a cosmetic treatment that helps produce collagen production to improve the appearance of scars, acne, and wrinkles. It uses a small and sterilised needle device to make controlled micro-injuries in the top layer of your skin. The skin starts to become inflamed (without leaving any scars), which then stimulates it to naturally repair itself and produce new collagen.
Skin Needling is minimally invasive and generally safe, addressing several skin concerns. That said, it is commonly not recommended for those who have active acne, certain acne medications, people with eczema, or rosacea flare ups to be getting this. The procedure takes approximately 30-60 minutes, while the number of sessions depend on your skin concerns. A typical recommendation is usually 3-6 sessions with 4-6 weeks apart.
Benefits and Use Cases
Skin Needling treatments can benefit a variety of ages and adjust to fit different aesthetic needs. It focuses on your body’s natural ability to heal and regenerate and does this with minor discomfort and a short recovery time.
There are a variety of benefits and use cases for Skin Needling, including:
Reduced scars, wrinkles, stretch marks, and other concerns
No risks concerning skin discolouration
Skin becomes smoother, firmer, and toned
Minimised pores
Improved hair growth for people with alopecia
Pre-Care
To ensure the best results with Skin Needling, we recommend you take the following steps before treatment.
4 Weeks Prior
Avoid tanning (including self-tanning lotions, tanning beds/booths or sun exposure)
Must use SPF 50+ daily
2 Weeks Prior
Stop using active products (Retinol, AHA/BHA)
No waxing or chemical peels in the area
No antibiotics or photosensitising herbs (e.g. St John’s Wort) 2 weeks prior
No cosmetic injections in the area
24 Hours Prior
No exfoliation of the area
You can purchase and apply a topical anaesthetic to make it more comfortable, should you wish. Please apply 40 minutes before the appointment
Aftercare
To ensure the best results with Skin Needling, we recommend you take the following steps after treatment:
A mild sunburn-like sensation is normal (up to 48 hours)
No touching or washing the area for 12 hours
Use an alcohol wipe to clean your mobile phone screen
Change your pillowcase/ or cover with clean, fresh towel
Apply a cool compress or ACHW epidermal recovery cream or a Centella gel, which can soothe the area
Use SPF 50+ daily
Avoid exposure to the sun and keep the area cool
Avoid heat (hot showers, saunas, exercise) for 48 hours
Avoid heat from cooking appliances
No active products, scrubs or exfoliants for 1 week
Avoid waxing or shaving in the area for 3 days
Drink plenty of water
Important reminders until all redness has resolved:
No makeup on treated area until skin is healed
Avoid swimming, sweating, or harsh skincare
Let your clinician know if you’re on new medication, especially: