Microneedling at Summers Aesthetics

Microneedling,also referred to as collagen induction therapy, dermarolling and skin needling is a cosmetic procedure where a person’s skin is repeatedly pricked with teeny, sterile needles.is a cosmetic treatmentintended to help your skin look younger andbrighter. It can also reduce the appearance of fine lines, scarring and wrinkles. This minimally invasive procedure pricks your skin with tiny, sterilized needles. The process boosts collagen and elastin production, helping your skin heal and giving you a younger look.

Microneedling sessions can help reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and scars (including acne scars), aging or other skin issues. It is non-invasive and sessions are completed in about 30 minutes. Prior to treatment, a topical anesthetic ointment is applied to reduce discomfort. To see maximum results, our skin care studio recommends at least 3 treatments 6 weeks apart, or as instructed by your Summers Aesthetics esthetician as part of your custom treatment plan.

Facial microneedling at Summers Aesthetics is safe on all skin types and colors because the skin’s layers are not damaged during treatment.

The chance of change in your skin’s color or pigmentation is very small. Skin microneedling can be used on sensitive and fragile areas (eyes, neck, back of hands) that cannot easily be treated with other procedures.

Microneedlingcannot be used by patients who:

• Used Accutane (isotretinoin) within the last three months.
• Have open skin wounds, cuts or abrasions.
• Have any history of keloid scars, hypertrophic scars, or poor wound healing
• Have undergone radiation skin treatment within the last year
• Are suffering from any skin infection, condition, or herpes simplex in the area of concern
• Are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Have a known history of clotting or bleeding disorders such as hemophilia.
• Are immune deficient or immune-suppressed due to medical conditions or medications
• Suffer from uncontrolled diabetes (high blood sugar)
• Take anticoagulants (blood thinners) therapy such as warfarin,heparin, or low dose aspirin
• Suffer from an active skin infection, including bacterial, viral, or fungal infection
• Suffer from an infection such as hepatitis or human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
• Currently have or suffer from eczema, psoriasis, vitiligo, or auto-immune disease
• Currently have an active rash on the face
• Have a current outbreak of cold sores or herpes
• Are allergic to stainless steel or to topical or local anesthetics or have a history of contact dermatitis to these products

Our patients often report feeling mild discomfort, but the procedure is not considered painful. We typically use a numbing cream prior to the procedure to help with the discomfort.

• Dryness / rough skin
• Tightness or discomfort
• Redness / burning
• Itching / burning
• Bruising / bleeding
• Crusting / peeling

• Dryness / rough skin
• Tightness or discomfort
• Redness / burning
• Itching / burning
• Bruising / bleeding
• Crusting / peeling

• While much more rare, other side effects can include:

  • Pigmentation changes to the skin (increase in pigment (hyperpigmentation) or loss of pigment (hypopigmentation)
  • Lines on the face
  • Reactivation of herpes cold sores
  • Swollen lymph nodes
  • Infection
  • Stinging or itching when cosmetic products are applied

Before deciding on Microneedling, work with your esthetician to determine:

• How many microneedling procedures do I need to get the desired result?
• Howis the device cleaned between patients?
• Is a new microneedle cartridge is used for each patient?
• How about a new cartridge for each treatment session for the same patient?
• How much downtime should I expect?
• How far apart should I do my treatments?
• Are there products or other aesthetics procedures would you recommend along with the microneedling?