What is Microneedling or Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT)?

Microneedling is an innovative, safe treatment that more and more people are choosing to give their skin a beautiful fresh glow. This popular treatment is ideal for anyone looking for skin rejuvenation with minimal downtime and natural-looking results. It stimulates your own collagen production and growth factors which minimize fine lines and wrinkles and improves uneven skin tone and scars. It can also have a positive effect on the appearance of hyper-pigmentation, dark spots, and stretch marks.

Microneedling: Firming, Brightening and Acne-Scar Reducing.

Collagen Induction Therapy (Microneedling)

Micro-needling is an innovative, safe way to help minimize the appearance of fine lines and scarring and give skin a beautiful fresh glow. With minimal downtime and natural-looking results, micro-needling is ideal for anyone looking for an alternative to all-over skin resurfacing using lasers or rollers.
*New clients require an initial Healthy Skin or Acne/Acne Scarring Consultation prior to booking this treatment.
Starting at $315

Micro-Genesis + Peel

Micro-Genesis is a cutting-edge treatment that pairs the rejuvenating power of Laser Genesis with the precision of Microneedling for a transformative skin refresh. Laser Genesis gently reduces redness, refines texture, and evens out skin tone, while Microneedling kickstarts collagen and elastin production to soften the look of fine lines, wrinkles, and scars. This dynamic duo works in harmony to deliver a smoother, brighter, and more revitalized complexion.

Micro-Firm + Peel

Introducing Micro-Firm, a comprehensive skin rejuvenation treatment that combines Photo Firm therapy with Microneedling to dramatically enhance skin texture and firmness. Photo Firm therapy uses advanced hybrid laser technology to tighten skin, stimulate collagen production, and address concerns like redness and uneven texture. Microneedling also stimulates collagen and elastin production to help to improve the appearance of scars/wrinkles/fine lines, giving you more youthful, supple skin. This synergistic approach effectively targets multiple skin issues, resulting in a smoother, firmer, and more radiant complexion.

About Microneedling

    • Reduces the appearance of hyperpigmentation/sun damage

    • Improves texture (smoothes the skin)

    • Reduces facial lines & wrinkles

    • Treats acne and other scarring

    • Firms and plumps the skin

    • Reduces Rosacea and facial redness

    • Improves the effectiveness of at-home skincare

  • Face and neck are standard treatment areas, but virtually any area of the body can be accommodated! Book a consultation or contact us for more information!

  • Microneedling procedures begin with a topical numbing cream. Next, we use a SkinPen® to glide over the area to be treated with Hylauronic serum. It feels like light sandpaper on your skin, and while some areas may be more sensitive than others, the speed of the reciprocating SkinPen® tip helps to minimize discomfort. Finishing with BioCellulose Masque to promote healing and calm redness.

  • Immediately following your treatment, you’ll likely see bright redness, with healing taking anywhere from 24 hours to about three days, depending on the area being treated and the number of overlapping passes we perform. We have wonderful quality skincare products that can help speed up the post-care process.

    Many clients notice a glow immediately, with changes to your skin developing in the days and weeks that follow. Results may continue to improve months after the treatment. 

  • Some people get optimal results with just one treatment a few times per year. Most people receive 3-4 treatments about 4-6 weeks apart for an initial series. For deep wrinkles, advanced photo-aging, stretch marks, or acne scars, we may recommend 6-8 sessions at 6-week intervals.

  • SkinPen® is a highly trusted, industry-leading micro-needling device.

    SkinPen® is the first brand with an FDA-cleared microneedling device, and has been subject to 90+ validation studies.

    It’s the best-known and most-used microneedling device by professional practitioners.

Pre- and Post-Care

    • Avoid lotions, creams, serums or deodorant in the area to be treated.

    • Arrive with clean washed skin or arrive early to remove make up (cleanser provided).

    • Inform technician of any changes in medical history and of all medications you are taking.

    • Avoid harsh oral Vitamin A prescriptions for six months before treatment.

    • Avoid over-the-counter or prescription Vitamin A creams, topical acne meds, hydroquinone, glycolic or AHA’s 10% or stronger.

    • Avoid sunburn five days prior to treatment.

    • Use recommended skin care system for preconditioning for 4-6 weeks for optimal results.

    • Avoid IPL, Laser, microdermabrasion, & neuromodulator/filler procedures for 14 days before and after treatment.

    • No waxing, depilatory creams or electrolysis 5-7 days prior to treatment.

    • Avoid using topical retinoid or hydroquinone products, acids or exfoliants such as alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) beta hydroxy acids (BHA) 10% or higher, or benzoyl peroxide acne products, for 5 days pre-treatment.

    • No shaving the day of the procedure. For men no more than 5 days of hair growth

    • There cannot be any recent significant changes in the skin, including the breakdown of the skin or excessive dryness or sunburn.

    • If there is a history of cold sores, an antiviral agent should be taken for two days prior to and day of treatment.

    • The patient cannot be treated if the following is presented within the area to be treated: active cold sores, warts, open sores, sunburn, excessively sensitive skin, dermatitis, or inflammatory rosacea.

    • Pregnancy is contra-indication for Microneedling.

    • Immediately after your treatment, your esthetician will apply post-procedure cream.

    • Redness or sensitivity might be present for 2-3 days after Microneedling.

    • Avoid sun exposure for the rest of the day. Ok to use mineral sunscreen SPF 30 after 24 hours (Tinted may be used to cover up redness).

    • Avoid sun tanning and tanning creams and pills for three days and if possible ten days post-treatment.

    • Avoid strenuous exercise or sweating for 72 hours.

    • Avoid anti-inflammatory medications (over-the-counter or prescription). These agents interfere with the natural inflammatory process that is critical and responsible for your skin rejuvenation.

    • Use acetaminophen only as needed for any soreness.

    • Treat skin gently by washing with a gentle cleanser, tepid water, using hands only and pat dry no earlier than 4 hours after treatment. Clean and moisturized skin is key to best healing.

    • Restart regular skin care regimen in 48 hours and retinol/retinoid 5-7 days after microneedling.

    • Recommend follow-up and repeat treatments in 4-6 weeks and for best results a series of 3–5 treatments.

    • Apply post-procedure cream am and pm for 5-7 days. Re-apply post-procedure cream throughout the day as needed

RF Microneedling - Resurface & Lift - Fractora

Fractora

Discover a healthy, younger looking you with this superior solution for minimizing wrinkles, improving complexion, and reducing irregularities. Fractora is a skin resurfacing treatment in place of a CO2 laser, that combines micro-needling and radio frequency. It reduces deeper lines, wrinkles, and acne scars and treats Hyperhidrosis and cystic acne. For best results, we recommend treatments once a month for 3-4 sessions. There is some downtime for most clients, as skin is red for 3-5 days after treatment.
*New clients require an initial Initial Consultation prior to booking this treatment.

“I LOVE micro needling Charmaine:) Can’t wait to do it again.”
— Teresa