Here’s a surprising fact: our skin loses 1% of collagen yearly after age 20, which leads to wrinkles and sagging skin.
The team at Elegance Esthetics Spa knows you want younger-looking, healthier skin. Microneedling stands out as one of the most effective treatments that address various skin concerns – from aging signs to acne scars. Your body’s natural healing response gets activated during this minimally invasive procedure and encourages more collagen production and skin renewal.
Let us walk you through everything about microneedling treatment in this detailed guide. You’ll learn how it works, its many benefits, and what happens during treatment. This guide will show why it could be the perfect solution for your skin concerns. We’ve also included essential preparation tips and aftercare instructions to help you get the best results from your treatment at our Timonium location.
The Benefits Of Microneedling
Elegance Esthetics Spa brings you microneedling – a treatment that revolutionizes your skin. This advanced procedure gives you multiple benefits that refresh and rejuvenate your appearance.
Diminishing Wrinkles
Microneedling shows amazing results in reducing fine lines and wrinkles. Your body starts producing new collagen-rich tissue that makes your skin smoother and more youthful. Research proves that collagen and elastin production can increase by up to 400% within six months after treatment.
Tightening Of The Skin
The treatment creates tiny channels in your skin that trigger natural healing. This process makes your skin firmer and more supple. Your skin texture keeps improving for up to one year after treatment.
Acne Scar Treatment
Our clients see their acne scars fade away with microneedling. Clinical studies show the treatment can reduce acne scars by 50% to 70%. Rolling and boxcar scars respond well to this treatment, though you might need several sessions to get the best results.
Stretch Mark Treatment
Microneedling works great for stretch marks. Combined with specific fillers, it reduces stretch marks on different body areas effectively. Most clients need 3-6 sessions, each spaced 4-6 weeks apart, to see optimal results.
Surgical Scar Treatment
Surgical scars improve remarkably with microneedling. Starting treatment 6-7 weeks after surgery gives the best results. Our patients’ scar assessment scores improve from 23.7 to 11.7 after treatment.
What is Microneedling?
The science behind microneedling amazes me, and it’s no wonder this treatment has become a client favorite at Elegance Esthetics Spa.
Microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy, helps rejuvenate your skin through a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure. We use a specialized handheld device with tiny, sterilized needles that create microscopic punctures in your skin. These precise micro-injuries kick-start your body’s natural healing response and lead to remarkable skin transformation.
How Does It Work?
Your skin responds to microneedling in truly remarkable ways. The controlled micro-injuries we create immediately trigger your skin’s healing process. Here’s what happens under your skin:
- The inflammation process starts and boosts new collagen production
- Uniform-depth channels form and help your skin absorb topical treatments better
- Your skin develops new collagen-rich tissue that looks smoother and more even
- The healing process makes your epidermis thicker and tauter
Clinical studies show that microneedling gets more and thus encourages more collagen and elastin – up to 400% within six months of treatment. These amazing results can last between 5 to 7 years through collagen III production.
Most clients need three to six sessions, spaced monthly or biweekly apart, to see the best results. We can adjust the treatment depth from 0.5 millimeters to 2 millimeters based on your skin concerns. This flexibility lets us target skin issues of all types, from surface texture problems to deeper scarring.
The sort of thing I love about microneedling is how it helps deliver therapeutic products better. The procedure widens the follicular infundibulum by 47%, which means your skin absorbs skincare products much more effectively. This makes your post-treatment skincare routine work even better.
Who Can Get Microneedling?
Our Timonium clinic gets asked about who can benefit from microneedling all the time. This versatile treatment works safely and effectively for many people.
The Ideal Candidate
Microneedling stands out as an inclusive treatment that’s safe for all skin types and tones. People with darker skin tones can benefit greatly since it doesn’t risk hyperpigmentation like laser treatments do.
Healthy adults of any age who want their skin’s appearance to improve make ideal candidates for microneedling. The treatment can be tailored to address specific concerns, no matter your skin type – oily, dry, or aging.
Your safety comes first, and some situations require waiting or choosing different treatments. Microneedling isn’t right if you have:
- Active skin infections or irritations
- Recent sun exposure or sunburn
- Current acne breakouts
- A history of keloid scarring
- Ongoing isotretinoin (acne medication) treatment
- Recent radiation treatments
- A compromised immune system
You should wait at least six months after scar formation before starting treatment. The consultation needs to review your situation carefully if you take blood-thinning medications or have certain medical conditions.
Microneedling’s ability to treat different skin concerns makes it exciting. The treatment might be perfect if you want to improve skin texture, reduce pore size, fix pigmentation issues, or boost overall skin firmness. Success depends on proper evaluation and timing, so we start with a full consultation to confirm you’re an ideal candidate.
Note that while microneedling helps many people, only a professional consultation can determine if it’s right for you. Each client gets a tailored assessment to ensure the best possible results.
The Treatment in Timonium
Our Timonium location offers a unique microneedling experience designed to give you optimal results. Let us walk you through what happens during your visit with us.
Consultation
Your experience starts with a really detailed consultation. We review your medical history and discuss your skin concerns. We also take facial photos to track your progress. Patients with a history of cold sores need antiviral medications before treatment to ensure safety and comfort.
Numbing & Preparing For The Treatment
We start by cleaning your skin and applying a topical numbing cream. The numbing process takes 20-30 minutes to ensure your comfort. The treatment area gets prepared as we address any final questions you might have.
Treatment
Our microneedling procedure follows these specific steps:
- Cleansing with alcohol to prevent infections
- Application of specialized growth solutions
- Careful use of our FDA-approved SkinPen device
- Treatment duration of 20-30 minutes, depending on the area
We adjust the needle depth between 0.5 to 2.5mm based on your skin’s needs and treatment areas. This customization helps us target different skin issues effectively while keeping you comfortable throughout the process.
Results
You’ll see some immediate changes like skin tightening and smaller pores. The most dramatic improvements develop gradually. Most clients notice visible changes within a week. Optimal results appear after 4-6 weeks. This timeline allows your skin’s collagen development and cell turnover to complete.
We recommend 3-6 treatment sessions, spaced 4 weeks apart. Your skin needs adequate healing time between treatments. Annual touch-up sessions help maintain your results. Your skin becomes firmer and smoother as collagen production increases, showing fewer blemishes over time.
Things to do before & after your treatment
The best results from your microneedling treatment depend on proper preparation and aftercare. Our expert guidelines will help make your experience safe and effective.
Before your treatment
The timing of your preparation makes a difference to your microneedling session. You should stop specific medications and treatments at least 24-48 hours before your appointment. These steps will give you optimal results:
- Avoid retinoids, acid-based products, and exfoliants for 5-7 days before treatment
- Stop blood-thinning medications 1-3 days prior (with doctor’s approval)
- Discontinue Accutane use at least 6 months before treatment
- Avoid direct sun exposure and tanning beds for two weeks pre-treatment
Your skin needs to be in its natural, calm state upon arrival. A clean face without makeup, lotions, or serums is required on treatment day.
After your treatment
Your skin’s optimal healing depends on the first 24-48 hours after microneedling. The treated area will feel warm and look flushed, much like a mild sunburn. Here’s what you need to do:
During the immediate recovery period:
- Clean the treated area with tepid water and gentle soap
- Use recommended moisturizers, such as aloe vera or hyaluronic acid
- Avoid hot water, steam, excessive sweating, and direct heat
- Skip makeup for the first 24 hours
Your skin’s natural healing process begins in the next few days. Peeling might occur between days 3-5. Follow these guidelines:
- Apply sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher every 2 hours outdoors
- Avoid strenuous exercise and swimming pools for 72 hours
- Skip harsh skincare products, including retinol and vitamin C serums, for at least 48 hours
This treatment speeds up your skin’s natural cellular turnover, so moisturizing is vital. We will recommend specific products during your treatment session that ensure the best results.
Visit Elegance Esthetics Spa For Your Microneedling Treatment
Make your skincare better with the expertise of Elegance Esthetics Spa. We are Maryland’s premier esthetic destination and take pride in delivering exceptional microneedling treatments that meet the highest industry standards.
Our excellence shows in every part of your experience:
- Expert Team: Every practitioner at our facility is a qualified, experienced professional dedicated to your care
- Tailored Care: We create custom treatment plans based on your unique esthetic goals and medical history
- Advanced Facility: Our sterility protocols and facility design maintain meticulous quality standards
- Complete Care: Our treatment process has detailed consultations and full aftercare support
Elegance Esthetics blends science and beauty to give you transformative results that match your needs. Our integrated care combines advanced technology with personal attention to ensure you get the most effective treatment for your skin concerns.
Choosing our facility means investing in a proven process that delivers results. Our microneedling sessions last 30-60 minutes, depending on your skin concerns and treatment area size. We excel in every step – from the original consultation to post-treatment care.
Your comfort is our priority. We apply specialized numbing cream before treatment to ensure you stay comfortable. Our experienced practitioners use precise techniques during the procedure to create controlled micro-injuries that stimulate your skin’s natural healing response.
After treatment, you’ll receive complete aftercare instructions. We can schedule follow-up appointments to ensure optimal results. Our steadfast dedication to your skin health goes beyond the treatment room – we support your experience toward radiant, rejuvenated skin.
Want to see the Elegance Esthetics difference? Our experts can show you how microneedling treatments help achieve your esthetic goals. Contact us today to schedule your consultation and join our satisfied clients who trust us with their skincare needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
These answers to common questions about microneedling at our Timonium location will help you make an informed decision about your skincare needs.
How many sessions will I need?
Your optimal results may require:
- 4-6 treatment sessions for general skin improvement
- 6-8 sessions for deep wrinkles and advanced photo-aging
- Sessions spaced 4-6 weeks apart
Is microneedling painful?
Your comfort is our priority during treatment. We apply topical lidocaine before the procedure to ensure you have a comfortable, pain-free experience. The numbing process takes about 30-45 minutes.
What’s the recovery period like?
Our clients usually experience mild redness for 2-4 days after treatment. Many heal completely within 24 hours. You’ll receive detailed aftercare instructions to ensure optimal healing.
What makes someone an ideal candidate?
Microneedling works well for most skin types. However, you should avoid treatment if you:
- Currently use isotretinoin (wait 6 months after stopping)
- Have active skin infections or acne breakouts
- Are prone to keloid scarring
- Have had recent sun exposure
How does microneedling compare to other treatments?
Microneedling focuses on collagen production to improve overall skin texture, address scarring, and reduce hyperpigmentation. Botox serves a different purpose by preventing muscle contractions. We can help you choose the best option for your specific concerns.
What should I ask during my consultation?
Key discussion points include:
- Your candidacy for the treatment
- Whether alternative treatments might better suit your needs
- Your specific skin concerns and expected outcomes
- Any medications or skin conditions that might affect treatment
At-home derma rollers work on similar principles but don’t penetrate as deeply as our professional microneedling treatments. Working with our experienced professionals ensures you get customized treatment depth and protocols that match your specific needs.
