SkinPen® Microneedling Treatment
SkinPen® Microneedling Treatment in Waterloo, IA
SkinPen® is an FDA approved micro-needling device for ALL skin types to safely and effectively treat facial acne scars for individuals aged 22 years and up.
SkinPen® reduces the appearance of wrinkles and skin irregularities to improve overall skin appearance with as few as three non-invasive and affordable treatments spaced 4 weeks apart.
SkinPen® may be used on the face and neck.
- Decrease Wrinkles
- Improve Skin Complexion
- Non-Invasive
- Reduce Skin Irregularities (includes acne scarring)
- FDA Approved
- Decrease Wrinkles
- Improve Skin Complexion
- Non-Invasive
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Reduce Skin Irregularities,
(includes acne scarring) - FDA Approved
SkinPen®
It creates controlled microinjuries to stimulate the body’s natural wound healing process.
The micro-injuries trigger the release of cytokines and growth factors that lead to tissue remodeling and boost collagen.
FAQ's
What can I expect during a typical treatment?
Your aesthetic specialist will perform a thorough consultation to determine the best approach and plan of care for your needs and desired look. Most patients require a minimum of 3 treatments for maximum benefit, each spaced 4 weeks apart. Those with deeper acne scarring could require up to 6 treatments.
Treatment time varies from 30-60 minutes. First, a topical anesthetic is applied prior to procedure for patient comfort. Next, SkinPen™ is applied to the areas of concern. You may feel a slight vibration during the procedure and hear a faint buzzing sound.
What is the downtime post SkinPen® treatment?
There is no significant downtime. However, we do advise patients to limit certain activities post procedure, including no make up or sunscreen for 24 hours and no Vitamin C or E application to the face until 5 days post SkinPen®. You will be given SkinFuse Rescue Calming Complex to soothe your skin and reduce inflammation post SkinPen® treatment.
What are the common side effects?
The most common side effects reported include pink or red discoloration at sites treated by SkinPen, similar to a mild to moderate sunburn. This will typically resolve in 24 hours, but may persist 2-4 day in other individuals. You may also experience dryness, rough skin, tightness, itching, or peeling, as well. Although most patients report no significant discomfort to SkinPen™, some individuals may experience mild tenderness or burning.
How long before I see results?
Most patients see the full effects of their SkinPen® treatment typically 60-90 days after their initial treatment.
How long do the effects of SkinPen® last?
Indefinitely! However, you may require maintenance treatments every 6-12 months as you get more birthdays due to normal changes in collagen and elastin that occur to the skin over time.
What is the typical cost of a SkinPen® treatment?
Final price dependent on consultation with your aesthetic specialist, but typically:
Face, one treatment: $399
Face, package of three treatments: $959 (savings of $238)
Neck add on: $75
Décolleté add on: $75
PRP add on (1 treatment) for enhanced production of growth factors for repair of damaged skin: $400
SkinPen®/PRP package (1 treatment) : $699
SkinPen®/PRP package (3 treatments): $1699
SkinPen® & Refine Peel (1 treatment) : $499
SkinPen® & Refine Peel (3 treatments) : $1299
Who should not receive a SkinPen® treatment?
You should not receive SkinPen® if you are under the age of 22 years. SkinPen® should not be used on patients who have active skin cancer in the treatment area(s); open wounds, sores, or irritated skin in the treatment area(s); an allergy to stainless steel or anesthetics; a hemorrhagic (bleeding) disorder or hemostatic (bleeding) dysfunction; are pregnant or nursing; or are currently taking drugs with the ingredient isotretinoin (such as Accutane).