Sage-Tips

Are Microneedling results immediate?

While some results may be almost immediate, your best results usually won’t be visible until four to six weeks after the procedure.

How many Microneedling sessions does it take to see results?

How Many Treatments Do I Need? Most people need between three and six treatments to see their final results. For younger people, one to two treatments are often enough. It all depends on your body’s unique cellular turnover rate, your age, and how you’ve treated your skin in the past.

How do you know if Microneedling is working?

One week following treatment: Most of our patients will notice improvements in their skin just one short week after treatment. Initial results usually include improved skin tone, a reduction in acne visibility, and improved skin texture.

Can Microneedling ruin your skin?

However, like any procedure, microneedling can cause possible complications, including bleeding, bruising, infection, scarring, and pigment problems. For those who are do-it-yourselfers, there are products available that allow you to microneedle at home.

Can I microneedle every 2 weeks?

Micro-needling can be safely repeated every 2-4 weeks until you achieve the desired results. For collagen induction, we recommend starting with 3 treatments, but with a minimum separation time of 2 weeks between treatments. For scar reduction, an average of 6 treatments are recommended.

Can you do microneedling every 3 weeks?

How Often Should You do Microneedling Treatments? As a general rule of thumb, microneedling treatment can be safely done about once a month or every 4 to 6 weeks.

How do I get the best results from microneedling?

Skin that is well-cared for and in good condition will gain the best results. We recommend you have a good skincare routine established at least 2 weeks before commencing a course of micro-needling. Cleansing, toning and moisturizing morning and night with a good sunscreen used daily would be the absolute minimum.

Is microneedling better than a chemical peel?

Both chemical peels and microneedling will improve the appearance of your skin. Chemical peels generally work best on superficial imperfections, while microneedling penetrates deeper to improve more troublesome issues.

How often should you do microneedling?

Typically a series of three treatments of microneedling, spaced 6-8 weeks apart are suggested, then maintenance treatments will follow. Most patients are happy with getting treated a few times a year to maintain and help boost collagen production. In combination, PRP can be used to get optimal results.

How long will microneedling effects last?

The effects of the initial round of microneedling treatments last on average between four to six weeks, for most people. That said, the amount of treatments and exact time frame will depend on your issues, age, skin type, and how your skin responds to the treatment.

How long does microneedling last?

Because the skin works slowly to repair itself, your microneedling results can last for a long time. You may continue to see improvement in your skin for up to six months after your microneedling session(s)!