WHAT IS MICRONEEDLING?
Microneedling is a procedure that uses an automated pen device with a sterile needle cartridge to create thousands of microinjuries to the skin. These microinjuries initiate the healing cascade and over time, have been shown to induce collagen and elastin production thus improving the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, stretch marks, and scarring.
WHAT IS PRP?
PRP is a cosmetic treatment that uses a person’s own blood to stimulate growth factors that help further promote collagen and elastin production. Platelets are very small cells in the blood that the body uses for clotting.
HOW DOES THE PROCEDURE WORK?
BENEFITS OF MICRONEEDLING WITH PRP
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Effective - 90% of patients reported improvement in acne scars over time in a SkinPen clinical trial
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Low risk/high safety profile
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Works on all skin types-dark to light
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Short procedure time (approximately 30-60 min)
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Cost effective
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Minimal downtime (24 hrs)
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Minimal to no pain-numbing cream is used prior to treatment
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Improved results with the addition of PRP vs. microneedling alone
WHY SKINPEN BY BELLUS MEDICAL?
The SkinPen device we use by Bellus Medical is the first microneedling device cleared by the FDA. The unique design of the device prevents the backflow of contaminants and body fluids to ensure a safe treatment free of cross-contamination. Our licensed estheticians are also blood-borne pathogen certified and practice strict standards to ensure the prevention of cross-contamination.
*Microneedling: Advances and Widening Horizons, Aashim Singh and Savita Yadav
OUR LIQUID GOLD FACIAL
Our Onyx Liquid Gold Facial combines microneedling and platelet rich plasma (PRP) for optimal results in the treatment of fine lines, wrinkles, and scarring.