Microneedling

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What is Microneedling?

Microneedling is a minimally invasive, skin resurfacing procedure that uses the skin’s natural healing process to reduce skin imperfections, treat sun damage, and restore a smoother, clearer complexion. Instead of removing layers of skin with heat or chemicals, microneedling creates microscopic “injuries” in the skin using an instrument containing dozens of very fine, short needles. The “injuries” are not visible to the naked eye, but they trigger the natural healing response, prompting your skin to produce new collagen and elastin and regenerate new, healthy skin cells.

At Aphrodite we use Rejuvapen NXT®, an FDA cleared microneedling device that treats facial wrinkles. Rejuvapen microneedling takes less than an hour, is painless, and requires little-to-no recovery time. With its advanced design, the Rejuvapen NXT® delivers both profitability and exceptional results.

Benefits of Microneedling

Microneedling is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat a variety of skin conditions and is safe and effective for all skin types and colors. Benefits include:

Improves melasma, scars (including acne), age spots, and reduces the appearance of stretch marks
Minimizes pores and reduces fine lines & wrinkles
Lifts, tightens & rejuvenates the skin 
Stimulates collagen for overall skin health
Comfortable with little to no numbing or sedation
Quick healing time with minimal side effects and no downtime
Short treatment time that can easily be completed over a lunch break
Improves the appearance of numerous types of imperfections and delivers generally brighter, smoother, healthier skin
Gentle treatment is safe for use on sensitive skin (eyelids, scalp, backs of the hand, etc.)

Microneedling Treatments

Aphrodite Laser Skincare offers a range of powerful microneedling techniques designed to enhance skin vibrancy and quality. There are several types of microneedling treatments available, each of which offers unique advantages.

our practitioners can help determine the most suitable microneedling treatment for your individual needs.

microneedling + PRP

Microneedling + PRP (platelet rich plasma) is a cosmetic treatment that stimulates collagen production by rolling fine needles over the skin and applying platelets to energize cellular activity and increases cellular turnover. Platelets help blood clot, so they are vital for healing wounds and injuries. PRP is plasma in which the concentration of platelets is higher than that of other components of the blood.

Your provider will take a blood sample and then use a spinning tool called a centrifuge to separate the PRP from the rest of the blood. PRP contains proteins, including growth factors and cytokines. These proteins help skin tissue repair itself.

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) utilizes nutrients within your own blood to rejuvenate the skin and can be used to treat acne scars, enlarged pores, uneven skin tones, fine lines & wrinkles, and sun/age spots. The addition of PRP to microneedling may speed up the healing process and stimulate skin renewal, potentially producing better results than microneedling alone.

microneedling + PRFm

Microneedling + PRFM (Platelet-Rich Fibrin Matrix), often referred to as the “Vampire Facial”, is a new and innovative treatment, considered to be the gold standard to achieve natural skin rejuvenation. Done through collecting your blood sample, spinning and harvesting the PRF, which is then injected and or micro-needled on to the face.

PRFM is a natural approach to anti-aging and improving the condition of skin that uses your own platelets, unique tissue growth factors, and healing properties to revitalize and rejuvenate the skin. Because PRFM uses your own blood as its base, reactions are non-existent, making PRFM procedures ultimately safe and easy.

RF microneedling

Radio Frequency (RF) Microneedling combines traditional microneedling with the application of radiofrequency energy. RF Microneedling utilizes ultrafine needles, along with radiofrequency waves, to produce thermal energy. The needles used deliver heat energy into the deeper layers of the skin, promoting collagen production and providing additional skin tightening benefits.

A serum with specific nutrients that help to build that new collagen and elastin more quickly can be administered immediately afterward. This results in smoother, firmer, and more even-toned, collagen-rich skin.

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What to Expect

Pre-Treatment Consultation

During your consultation, one of our providers will evaluate your area of concern and go over your medical history. Even though there is little to no risk of complication, it is imperative that you share your full medical history, as certain medications, allergies, skin, and neurological conditions can make treatment unsuitable for a patient.

Do not use any topical agents that may increase sensitivity of skin for 5 days prior to your appointment.
Avoid anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen, Motrin or Advil for 3 days prior to treatment.
Do not go to a tanning salon or endure prolonged and unprotected sun exposure for at least 3 weeks before or after this treatment.
Ensure you are well nourished and hydrated in the days leading up to and for your appointment.

Your Appointment

Please come makeup-free if possible! If not, we will ask you to remove your makeup upon arrival.
A topical numbing agent will be applied to make sure you are completely comfortable through the duration of your treatment.
It is normal for the skin to be pink or red after the treatment. This means you will get great results!
Plan to go home and relax after your treatment and prepare for glowing, smooth skin in 5-7 days.
Want better results with a faster healing time? Add on PRP to your treatment!

Aftercare

Be sure to follow the at-home skincare regimen as directed by your provider to ensure best results. Please do not return to your regular regimen until 5-7 days after the procedure.
Refrain from exercise or excessive heat exposure for a few days after your procedure.
Avoid direct sun exposure and excessive heat for at least 7 days.
Always use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a minimum of SPF 30!

FAQs

HOW DOES MICRONEEDLING WORK?

The concept of microneedling is not a new science and dates back to the 1950’s. The idea is based on the skin’s ability to repair itself whenever it encounters physical damage. In this case thousands of minute wounds are created in the skin by highly precise, sterile needles. Immediately after the injury occurs the skin disperses old damaged connective tissue and replaces it with new. RejuvapenTM micro needling allows for controlled induction of the skin’s self-repair mechanism by creating micro “injuries” in the skin which triggers new collagen synthesis yet does not pose the risk of permanent scarring. The result is smoother, firmer and younger looking skin and fainter scars/stretchmarks.

WHAT DOES IT FEEL LIKE?

The feeling is described by most patients as comfortable with no pain, only a slight tingling sensation with light pressure. Based on the depth and area treated this feeling can vary. At Aphrodite we use a topical numbing application to ensure the highest level of comfort.

HOW MANY TREATMENTS DO I NEED?

Research and experience have found that three to five treatments, spaced four to six weeks apart provide the optimal experience and outcome for patients. While results can be seen immediately for skin tone and texture, there is also improvement with each session and three months thereafter, with the process of collagen regeneration increasing over time. Once results are fully achieved an annual maintenance treatment is encouraged to sustain long lasting benefits.

CAN ANYONE HAVE THE TREATMENT??

Although the treatment is safe for all skin types there are certain medical conditions that exclude you from having a treatment. These include: active acne vulgaris, rosacea, active skin infections, raised keloid scars, actinic keratosis and other non-melanoma & melanoma skin cancers, eczema, psoriasis, sebaceous hyperplasia and open wounds.

If you suffer from severe cold sores you may wish to take your cold sore medication before each treatment. Your practitioner will discuss with you any health concerns you may have before you commence the treatment.

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Schedule an appointment or consultation with one of our aesthetic experts! We’d be happy to chat about your skincare concerns and recommend a treatment plan tailored just for you. Call our office at (949) 547-8242 or use the button below to book your next appointment with our online scheduling system.

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