A medical penlike device, consisting of very fine needles, is used to puncture the skin at various depths & speeds to create a controlled skin injury. These microinjuries induce collagen growth, improve the resilience and elasticity of the skin, and develop new blood vessels. Then, we’ll apply the growth factors directly on the skin where the treatment was done to further enhance the healing process and collagen production.

The prospect of multiple needle wounds might sound scary, but don’t be afraid! This treatment is non-invasive, safe, with no or minimal downtime, resulting in high patient satisfaction.

While the typical microneedling service improves skin in several areas, the addition of growth factors helps to improve your skin’s texture and hydration to a higher degree. For certain conditions, such as scarring, the addition of growth factors to the treatment amplifies the results and speeds recovery.

Growth factors are a group of specialized proteins found in many different cell types within the body. Growth Factors have been shown to reduce the signs of aging, reducting fine lines, and wrinkles by increasing dermal collagen synthesis. Also shortened healing time of burn scars and restored normal hair growth have been outcomes.

We apply growth factors that are derived from your own body. Once you arrive for your treatment, a small quantity of blood will be drawn. It is placed in a centrifuge for a few minutes to separate out the red blood cells to create platelet-rich plasma, which is loaded with natural growth factors that aid in repairing injured tissue. We’ll apply these growth factors after your microneedling session. This will help accelerate healing and tissue generation.

We recommend a series of treatments to see the full benefits of microneedling with growth factors. The procedure lasts about 30-45 minutes. Immediately after treatment, a cool mask is applied to help soothe any redness and irritation on your skin. You may feel slightly sunburned. For most people, recovery is around 24-72 hours. However, improvements will continue over time because the body’s collagen production usually takes about 4-8 weeks.

Generally, your results will last between three to five months. Many of our patients schedule follow-up treatments twice a year to maintain their results. However, the number of treatments you’ll need to achieve your skincare goals will depend on your age, skin concerns, and skin health.