Microneedling in Houston, TX

How Microneedling Works

Microneedling is typically done in 4-6 sessions, about a month apart. Your skin must be clear before the procedure to avoid causing an infection or excessive inflammation.

With each session the skin becomes thicker and more tolerant, allowing the technician to insert the needles deeper into the skin. Microneedling essentially causes hundreds of tiny wounds, which forces to the body to generate new collagen and elastin—the proteins that make skin firm and taut.

The technician will also apply a collagen-enhancing serum after each procedure.

Dermapen vs. Dermaroller

Both microneedling pens and rollers insert tiny needles into the skin. Rollers are less expensive and cover a larger area at once, but they’re also more painful and cause more trauma to the skin.

Pens, on the other hand, use a vertical motion, which means they can reach deeper layers of the skin, and they’re better for treating hard-to-reach areas, such as around the nose and upper lip. They’re more expensive, but they create less trauma to the skin.

What to Expect from Microneedling Treatment

The technician will numb your skin, and the procedure usually takes 30-60 minutes, depending on the size of the procedure area. The numbing cream will help minimize discomfort during the procedure.

You’ll have redness and some swelling for 1-2 days after the treatment, but it typically starts to fade significantly within a few hours. Your skin will peel after 3-5 days, which is normal. You’ll need to follow a microneedling skin care regimen after the procedure, which the treatment team will explain in detail.

Microneedling Benefits*

• Reduces fine lines and wrinkles
• Improves skin texture
• Prevents the signs of aging
• Diminishes the appearance of acne and epidermal scars
• Reduces the appearance of stretch marks

Risks of Microneedling

Like all procedures, microneedling comes with some risks. These include:

• Bleeding
• Bruising
• Scarring
• Pigment problems
• Infection