Microneedling
It is a treatment designed to encourage your skin’s collagen production, which is crucial for maintaining elasticity, firmness, and overall health.
Recommended Sessions
1-4 sessions depending on the severity of concerns
Duration
50 minutes
Pain Level
Some discomfort, often mitigated by a topical numbing cream, often a rated 3-4/10
Downtime
A few hours to one day of mild redness
Frequency
Every 5-6 weeks until desired results are achieved.
Maintenance
Periodic touch-ups as recommended.
Procedure
Cleansing, application of numbing cream, microneedling.
Makeup Application
After 24 hours once redness subsides.
Skin Tone Note
Safe for all skin tones.
Price Range
Contraindications:
Active acne breakouts or open lesions
Certain skin infections or severe inflammation.
Recent use of certain acne medications.
Poor wound healing conditions.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding.
General Recommendations
for Microneedling
Post-treatment guide
After the treatment, avoid applying sunscreen for at least 2 hours and avoid sun exposure. Refrain from wearing makeup for 24-48 hours, and avoid exfoliants, retinols, or other strong active ingredients for 2-3 days. On the day of the treatment, cleanse your face with water only — do not use a facial cleanser. For the first 2 days, apply a hyaluronic serum to help hydrate and soothe the skin. On Day 2, continue using the hyaluronic serum and apply sunscreen every 2 hours. Minimize sun exposure during this time. By Day 3, any redness should subside, and you can resume your regular skincare routine.
For optimal recovery, maintain a high-protein diet and avoid alcohol and smoking, as both can hinder the healing process and reduce and results
Why We Like Microneedling at AcneClinicNYC:
Microneedling stimulates collagen without prolonged downtime, unlike more invasive procedures. It supports natural repair processes, improves product absorption up to 80%, and results in a healthier, more youthful appearance.
FAQ
Microneedling’s micro-channels encourage collagen synthesis, rejuvenating the skin from within without compromising its integrity.
The controlled micro-punctures trigger a healing response, boosting collagen and elastin production. This reduces wrinkles, refines pores, improves texture, and helps fade scars, leading to a smoother, firmer complexion.
Yes. Mild redness typically lasts from a few hours to one day.
Improvements become noticeable over several weeks as collagen builds, and will continue to further improve over time.
Some discomfort may occur, but numbing cream greatly reduces any sensation.
In 1-3 days.
We don’t recommend this for children under 14.
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