Utilizing the body’s natural wound-healing process, the Microneedling treatment stimulates collagen and elastin production in the skin. This innovative treatment decreases fine lines and acne scars, minimizes the appearance of pores and hyperpigmentation, and improves the skin’s overall texture and tone. An immediate (and long-lasting) “glow” has our clients hooked!
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Our Microneedling pen glides across the skin, using 12 sterile, tiny needles at high-speed, creating controlled micro-injuries to the skin. These micro-injuries trigger the body’s wound-healing response, which produces new collagen and elastin in our skin. Collagen and elastin are proteins that keep our skin firm, smooth, and healthy-looking. We can treat the face, neck, and décolletage. Microneedling is an effective anti-aging maintenance treatment in between lasers and injectable appointments.
Before you Arrive:
+ Please ensure you have filled out your Health History/Intake form before your appointment. If you are unable to complete it, please arrive 15 minutes early
+ We recommend eating a light snack or meal 30min – 1hr before your appointment
+ Please let us know if you have a history of cold sores so we can arrange for a prophylactic antiviral medication before treatment
How to Prepare:
+ Arnica may be taken before the appointment to help reduce swelling and bruising
+ Tylenol may be taken before the appointment for pain management
What to avoid:
Please avoid the following:
+ Applying actives such as AHA/BHAs, Retinol, Hydroquinone, Benzyl Peroxide, etc. for 2-5 days prior depending on skin sensitivity
+ Sun exposure 5 days prior
+ Waxing or shaving the treatment area 5 days prior
+ Alcohol for 24 hours before
+ Caffeine on the day of treatment
+ Aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as Ibuprofen, Advil®, Motrin®, Aleve®, Fish oil, Gingko Biloba, St. John’s Wort, and high doses of Vitamin E, unless medically necessary
+ Neuromodulators for at least 2 weeks prior
+ Filler for at least 4 weeks prior
+ Must be off of oral isotretinoin (Accutane) for a minimum of 6 months prior
+ Is it our policy not to provide treatment if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
Downtime:
+ Minor swelling and redness to the treated area is normal
+ Apply a cooling masque or packs after treatment to help reduce swelling if necessary
+ Arnica gel may be applied gently to the treated area to help reduce bruising
What to Avoid:
Please avoid the following:
+ Strenuous exercise for 24 hours
+ Makeup over the treatment area for 24 hours
+ Hot tubs, saunas, or steam rooms for 24-48 hours
+ Laser treatments for 4 weeks
Follow Up:
+ We recommend 3 treatments, about 4-6 weeks apart
+ Once the initial series is complete and desired outcome has been reached, maintenance treatments can be done as often as you wish throughout the year to continue collagen rejuvenation and support overall skin restoration and health
+ Minimal discomfort and downtime
+ Safe for all skin types
+ Improves tone, texture
+ Reduces pore visibility
+ Natural results
+ Increases collagen
+ Tired or Dull Looking Skin
+ Uneven Skin Texture
+ Scars
+ Acne Scars
Microneedling can be performed on the face, neck, chest, hands, and other areas of the body where there are skin concerns.
The majority of skin types can receive Microneedling treatment, but we proceed with caution in clients with autoimmune disease or prone to keloid scarring.
A numbing cream is applied before treatment making the procedure very tolerable for most people. Clients can feel a slight vibration and sensitivity may vary throughout the treatment areas.
Microneedling is generally safe, but with any procedure, there are risks involved. Infection, scarring, and other complications may occur if the procedure is not performed by a qualified provider or if proper aftercare instructions are not followed.
While there are microneedling devices available for home use, it is generally recommended to have the procedure performed by a professional. They have the expertise to ensure proper technique, hygiene, and safety.
You can get microneedling done at any of these SKIN Clinics locations;
+ SKIN Clinics Calgary
3007 14 St SW #301, Calgary, AB T2T 3V6
+ SKIN Clinic Regina
1701 College Ave, Regina, SK S4P 1B8
+ SKIN Clinics Brandon
1031 Rosser Ave, Brandon, MB R7A 0L5
+ SKIN Clinics Steinbach
390 Main St #1, Steinbach, MB R5G 1Z3
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