Holistic microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy, is a minimally invasive procedure that involves a small pen with 12 tiny, sterile needles passed over the skin to create micro-injuries in the skin’s surface to treat fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars. With minimal downtime and a series of sessions only needing to be performed once per month, this is the perfect natural, non-toxic treatment for busy people.
Microneedling helps to promote collagen growth to improve skin texture and enhances the absorption of skincare products up to 2000%, which is why clean products are crucial with this procedure. It can also promote hair growth on the scalp and reduce acne scars on the face.
A holistic microneedling treatment includes body acupuncture to address the root cause of your concerns and provide an extra level of relaxation.
Recommended Frequency:
Depending on your goals and age, the number of microneedling treatments needed to see results will vary. Collagen production decreases 1% per year starting in our late 20’s and 30’s. By the time we are in our 40’s, collagen production has dramatically diminished which causes dehydration, fine lines and wrinkles, and sagging skin. Most people see a benefit with 3 treatments. I recommend adding 1 more treatment per decade over 30 years old. For example, for someone in their 50’s, I would recommend 5 treatments. Each follow up session is scheduled 4-6 weeks apart. For maintenance, tune ups can then be 6-8 weeks, quarterly and then every 6 months as needed to maintain goals as your skin begins to produce more collagen. Adding an AcuGlow™️ facial in between sessions or facial cupping/gua sha at home 2-3x/week can add to continued improvement.
Aftercare:
- Redness occurs for 8-12 hours after a treatment – 100% pure aloe vera can help reduce the redness.
- No exercise the day of the treatment as sweating can irritate the face.
- No make up the day of the treatment
- Avoid sun – use mineral sunscreen for a week post-microneedling
- Wash face with only warm water (no products)
- Go back to regular facial routine the day after the treatment.
- Avoid retinol, vitamin C serums, glycolic acid or alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) for at least a week after treatment.
We do not recommend microneedling if you currently:
- Have had a facelift, filler, or botox injections within the past 6 months
- Have used retinol, vitamin C serums, glycolic acid or alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) within the past week.
- Take blood thinners
- Receive chemotherapy or radiation
- Have moderate to severe skin conditions (psoriasis, rosacea, eczema, active infection, warts, active herpes outbreak)
- Have keloids
- Are pregnant