Aquagold is a modern, minimally invasive micro-infusion treatment that delivers customized cocktails of active ingredients directly into the skin through ultra-fine surgical steel needles. Designed as an advanced alternative to traditional needle mesotherapy, Aquagold provides a painless, comfortable experience with no visible downtime -making it a perfect treatment that delivers an immediate glow and long-term skin quality improvement. Unlike conventional injections, Aquagold’s micro-channel technology allows for precise, even delivery of personalized serums into the upper layers of the skin, where they’re most effective for rejuvenation, glow, fine line softening, and the appearance of red acne scars (post-inflammatory erythema).
A single session provides a noticeable glow and is ideal as a banquet procedure before an event. For optimal and longer-lasting results, a series of 3–4 sessions spaced 2–4 weeks apart is recommended.
30 minutes.
Very Low, 0–2. Practically painless.
0 days. Mild redness may last a few hours. No bruising or hematomas.
Periodic touch-ups every 1–3 months recommended for ongoing skin quality.
After thorough cleansing, the customized cocktail is loaded into the disposable Aquagold applicator and gently stamped across the treatment areas, delivering the serum through the micro-needles. The treatment finishes with a customized serum tailored to your skin concerns.
Can be applied 24 hours post-treatment, once micro-channels have completely closed.
Safe for all skin tones (Fitzpatrick I–VI).
Active skin infections, lesions, or breakouts in the treatment area.
Active cold sores or herpes outbreak.
Allergy to gold or any component of the chosen cocktail.
Pregnancy or breastfeeding.
History of keloid or hypertrophic scarring.
Autoimmune conditions affecting the skin.
Recent use of isotretinoin (within 6 months).
Bleeding disorders or use of strong blood thinners.
Avoid blood-thinning medications and supplements for 3 days, stop using prescribed retinol products 2–7 days before your treatment (if you have visible dryness or a compromised skin barrier, allow a full 7 days; if your skin is in good condition, 2 days will be enough). Reschedule if you develop any cold sores, skin irritation or you have a sun burn.
Avoid touching the treated area for several hours, refrain from makeup for 24 hours. Limit heat exposure (saunas, hot showers, intense workouts) and aggressive sun exposure for 48 hours, and pause retinol and active products for 48 hours after treatment. Always wear SPF and reapply every two hours.
We recommend Aquagold for clients seeking a comfortable, no-downtime treatment that delivers visible, glowing results almost instantly. Its unique micro-infusion technology allows us to fully customize each treatment — addressing your specific concerns with precision, whether that’s red acne scars, dullness, fine lines, or texture irregularities. For clients with red post-acne scars, Aquagold helps calm residual redness, even out skin tone, and stimulate gentle regeneration without aggressive downtime.
The Aquagold applicator contains 20 hair-thin surgical steel needles that create controlled micro-channels in the skin. A customized cocktail is infused directly through these channels. The serum is individually formulated based on your skin’s needs and may include hyaluronic acid, micro-doses of botulinum toxin, vitamins, peptides, PRP, PRF, or pigment-correcting actives.
The micro-punctures activate the skin’s natural repair, rebuilding, and regenerative processes - resulting in a smoother, healthier-looking complexion.
Yes. Aquagold has surgical steel needles, which minimizes the risk of allergic reactions and irritation. The applicator is single-use and disposable, ensuring complete sterility. Our specialists are trained in proper technique and cocktail customization for safe, effective treatment every time.
You’ll notice an immediate refreshed appearance within 24–48 hours. Skin texture, pore size, and tone continue to improve over 2–4 weeks as the active ingredients work and natural collagen stimulation takes effect.
A single Aquagold session typically delivers visible skin improvement for 2–4 weeks. With a series of treatments, results can last several months. Regular maintenance keeps the skin in continuous peak condition.
Aquagold is one of the most comfortable injectable-style treatments available. The stainless steel needles are hair-thin, and most clients describe the sensation as a light prickling or stamping. Topical numbing is rarely needed.
No. One of Aquagold’s biggest advantages is that it does not leave bruises or hematomas. You may experience mild redness for a few hours, but most clients return to their normal activities - even social events- the same day (with the exception of highly responsive or sensitive skin).
Cocktails are fully customizable and may include hyaluronic acid, micro-doses of neuromodulators (for pore refinement and oil control), vitamins, peptides, growth factors, PRP, PRF, anti-redness or brightening agents. Your specialist will design the formula based on your skin’s specific needs.
Aquagold and traditional microneedling serve different primary purposes. The goal of microneedling is to stimulate collagen production, while Aquagold is designed to deliver customized serums into the skin.
Yes. Aquagold is excellent for red post-acne marks (post-inflammatory erythema). The micro-infusion technique calms redness, evens out tone, and supports skin regeneration, making it a great complement to deeper scar treatments like Bellafill, Sculptra or subcision.
Aquagold is suitable for nearly all skin types and is especially ideal for clients who want a refreshed, glowing complexion before an event, or those looking to maintain skin quality between more intensive treatments. It’s also great for early signs of aging, dull skin, enlarged pores, and red acne marks.
Yes. Aquagold pairs beautifully with many treatments. It is often used as a finishing step after RF microneedling, lasers, Hydrafacial, or some chemical peels to soothe and enhance results. It can also be a refining maintenance treatment between sessions of more advanced ones like laser, injections, fillers, and deeper chemical peels.
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