Frequently Asked Questions

WHAT IS MICRONEEDLING
(Collagen Induction Therapy)?

Microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy, is a minimally invasive facial rejuvenation treatment that stimulates the skins natural healing process to remodel the skin. Through the creation of these intentional, micro traumas, the production of collagen and elastin are significantly enhanced, while the absorption of products is increased to up to 2000%. The overall effect is more even skin tone that appears taut and glowing.

DOES MICRONEEDLING HURT?

Our goal is to make your treatment as comfortable as possible. We use topical numbing cream on the skin before microneedling so that you don’t feel much during the treatment. The numbing effect wears off after about two hours, and there should be no pain.

We treat patients within the context of Eastern medicine and integrate Western orthopedic diagnostic techniques to inform our diagnoses and refine our treatment.

  • The number of treatments needed to see results varies based on specific skin care goals most see benefits with three monthly treatments. Depending on the desired results and condition of the skin, more treatments may be needed.

  • Directly after micro needling you will notice your skin may feel taught and hot with some redness that lasts up to two days. After three days, skin may peel or flake as cellular turnover increases. Since congested pores have been opened some breakouts may occur as your skin purges from the treatment. Hyperpigmentation and sunspots may appear darker.  Within a week or two your skin will be smoother and glowing. 

  • Before Treatment 

    Stop the use of the following products one week prior to your appointment:

    • Topical retinoids

    • Exfoliating products

    • Topical acids and peels

    • Direct sun exposure

    • Laser treatments

    • Facial waxing

    • Wait two weeks post Botox and dermal fillers

    After Treatment

    • No sweating for 48 hours, which means no exercise, saunas, steam, rooms caught up or hot tubs

    • No make-up for 24 to 48 hours to avoid clogging the pores. 

    • Stay out of the sun for 24 hours 

    • No swimming (ocean or freshwater) for three days 

    • No skin care with AHAs like glycolic acid, retinol, vitamin C, or enzymes for three days 

  • Microneedling is not recommended for:

    • Pregnant patients, although pregnant patients can get nanoneedling  (the effects are like microdermabrasion) or facial rejuvenation.

    • Active shingles 

    • Active cold sores 

    • Open wounds on the face 

    • During flareups of skin diseases 

    • Discoid lupus 

    • Active cancer treatment

    • Radiation to the skin within one year

    • Keloid scarring 

    • Scleroderma 

    • Accutane within the last three months 

    • Within two weeks of filler and Botox 

    • Reduction of fine lines and wrinkles

    • Improved hyperpigmentation and age spots

    • Improved effects of sun damage

    • Decreased pore size

    • Improved skin texture and elasticity

    • Decreased acne breakouts

    • Diminished scars