MICRONEEDLING
MICRONEEDLING IN DOWNINGTOWN, PA
Microneedling at The Marigold Spa is an effective treatment for individuals who would like to minimize the appearance of wrinkles, scars, stretch marks, and acne scars while minimizing pores.
Comfortable Treatment with
Minimal Downtime
SkinPen and Collagen P.I.N. Microneedling in Downingtown PA is an effective treatment for individuals who would like to minimize the appearance of wrinkles, scars, stretch marks, and acne scars while minimizing pores.
About Microneedling
What
Microneedling Treats:
Procedure
Time:
Recovery
Time:
Realistic
Results:
Skin Texture
• Hyperpigmentation
• Stretch Marks
• Acne Scars
• Fine Lines
• Wrinkles
• Enlarged pores
• Topical numbing cream is first applied to treatment area and sits for 20-30 minutes
• Procedure lasts between 20-30 minutes on average
• Minimal downtime
• 12-48 hours of possible redness and itching
• All skin types are candidates
• Results can be maintained with additional treatments
How Does Microneedling Work?
The SkinPen and the Collagen P.I.N. are medical-grade, state-of-the-art precision microneedling tool available at The Marigold Spa in Downingtown, Pennsylvania. Microneedling is ideal for addressing acne scars, the symptoms of aging skin (wrinkles and fine lines), and to increase the efficacy of topical skin-care products.
Microneedling is designed to stimulate your skin’s natural ability to produce new collagen formation, creating healthier skin. This repair process is accelerated by Collagen P.I.N. Microneedling through the formation of microscopic channels, which also allow product to penetrate into the deeper layers of the skin.
FAQs
Who is a candidate?
One of the most exciting things about Microneedling is that it can be used on most types of skin and address a wide range of problems including acne scars, stretch marks, and any area requiring cell regeneration of an intense repair process.
What areas of the body can be treated?
Microneedling is extremely versatile and can be used on all parts of the body: Face, neck, décolleté, arms, hands, legs, abdomen, and back. This versatility makes Microneedling especially helpful when addressing acne scars on the back and stretch marks on the body.
How is the procedure done?
First, we apply a medical-grade numbing solution to the areat to be treated. After 20-30 minutes, we remove the numbing cream and prepare the skin for treatment. We then attache a sterile, disposable cartridge containing tiny micro-needles to the tip of the pen. A thin layer of topical serum is applied to the skin, and the appropriate micro channeling treatment is selected for a particular type of skin. Then the pen is glided across the targeted area a in a gentle motion.
What does it feel like?
The unique design of the SkinPen or Collagen P.I.N. allows for individualized settings, which makes the treatment quite comfortable for most patients. Plus, the numbing helps!
How long does microneedling take?
Microneedling for the full face and neck typically takes 45 minutes to an hour, depending upon the size of the area and the severity of skin damage.
What is the downtime?
Depending on the individualized settings used, some have a pink flush to the skin while others may be slightly more red. The medical aestheticians at Marigold will send you home with an aftercare product kits so that you will have all the necessary items for your skin to heal. Total healing time depends on the severity of the damaged skin and the depth of the repair process required. On average, patient are pink for two to four days. Some patients heal completely in 24 hours.
When will I see the results?
Most people notice healthier-looking skin within 2-4 days. However, the natural repair process of your own skin continues to progress over the course of several weeks. Dermal collagen remodeling takes place over time, and it will continue to improve for up to six months after your final treatment.
How many treatments will I need?
The number of treatments required will be determined by your Marigold provider based upon your individual treatment goals and the health of your skin. However, it is recommended that most clients receive a series of three microneedling treatments spaced about 4-6 weeks apart. For patients with deep wrinkles, advanced photo-aging, stretch marks or acne scars, the recommendation is to receive 3-8 sessions.