How painful is Dermapen skin needling?

Due to its amazing innovating technology, unlike other skin needling pens the Dermapen 4 does not require skin numbing prior to treatments. When you have a Dermapen treatment, your experience will likely be less painful (if you feel any pain at all). Because the needles are not angled and enter the skin at a perfect 90-degree angle, there is no pain associated with the rolling action of the dermal roller.

Is Dermapen skin needling safe?

Dermapen Skin Needling is minimally invasive, requiring little to none downtime. It’s considered safe for most people who are in good health. The procedure isn’t safe for people who use certain acne medications or for women who are pregnant.

How many treatments are required?

Treatments can be performed every 4-6 weeks until the desired results are achieved . We recommend starting with 3 treatments. For scar reduction an average of 3 to 6 treatments are recommended. Typically, you will see results after your first treatment. Lasting and more significant results will occur after 4-6 treatments.

Can Dermapen skin needling be performed on all skin types?

Skin Needling is safe for all skin types, including darker skin. Skin needling does not contain any harsh chemicals or ingredients that skin may react to, rather is stimulating the skin’s natural healing process through collagen induction therapy which is both safe and effective for every skin type. Contra-indications to Dermapen Skin Needling: Skin diseases such as psoriasis or eczema, open wounds, keloid scarring and pregnancy.

How will my skin look post treatment?

Straight after a treatment your skin will appear flushed, with slight redness and possible mild swelling in treated skin areas. Depending on the intensity of the treatment you may experience light flaking. Majority of the redness should subside within 24 hours and skin will be  completed healed within 2-7 days. This treatment has minimal down time.

Side Effects of Treatment 

The most common side effect is minor skin irritation immediately following the procedure. You may also see redness for 24-48 hours. More severe side effects may occur including:
Swelling
Discomfort at the site
Redness
Dryness
Flaking of the skin

After care instructions

You may experience slight swelling of the treated area for 1-3 hours post-treatment, but it will not affect your daily activities. To ensure you look and feel great after treatment, we offer a complimentary makeup session that allows  your skin to breathe after the treatment. and can also recommend skin care products that enhance and prolong the results of Dermapen skin Needling. 

Avoid sweating including saunas & exercise

Stay out of the sun

Drink Water

Refrain from touching treated area