Everything you need to know about Microneedling
Tricking your body into creating more collagen? It’s not a magic trick, it’s science!
Here is all the essential information about Microneedling and why it’s one of the best preventative treatment out there.
Not-so-fun fact: Collagen production starts slowing down in our mid 20s. It’s what keeps our skin firm and youthful! We lose about 1% each year from our mid-20s, with effects showing over time.
UV exposure, pollution, bad habits, and poor diet can speed this up. This loss of collagen causes our skin to sag, look dull and dry.
We have a treatment for that. Microneedling boosts your body’s natural collagen-production helping to prevent and restore collagen loss.
Why you’ll be obsessed with it:
Promotes tighter and firmer skin
Decreases hyperpigmentation
Improves appearance of acne scars
Improves texture and tone
Your collagen production increases by 400% after just 4 microneedling sessions!
How Microneedling works
Micro needles create tiny punctures on your face.
The micro-injuries stimulate your body’s wound-healing response so it creates more collagen to repair itself.
Collagen helps with the overall plumpness of the skin, pigmentation and texture giving you smooth, even and tighter skin.
Because Microneedling is a bunch micro needles creating tiny punctures on your face, a common concern is that it will be painful.
But that couldn’t be further from the truth!
Microneedling is very tolerable thanks to the strong medical grade numbing cream we use.
You may feel more sensitive in certain areas, like the delicate skin around your eyes and lips, as well as areas near bone, like the forehead.
And for our menstruating clients, you may feel more pain if your period is around the corner or currently on your period.
But overall, many of our clients would rate it a 2/10 on the pain scale!
A client on our Google Reviews even wrote “Whatever numbing cream they use there is amazing and I felt basically nothing and was comfortable the whole time.”
Two Microneedling options to choose from depending on your results
Disclaimer: We recognize the lighting is off. We’ve since changed the room lights and don’t have harsh shadowing but the before and after.
Frequently asked questions about Microneedling
How do I know if I am a candidate for Micronleeding?
You are a candidate if you:
Have not used Accutane or isotrenion within the last 6 months
Do not have open wounds or cuts
Do not have a large amount of active acne, rosacea, inflammatory skin conditions or skin infections
Are not pregnant/breastfeeding
Do not have a history of poor wound healing
Have fine lines or wrinkles
Have acne scars and large pores
Have uneven skin tone or pigmentation
Are an uncontrolled diabetic
How many treatments of Microneedling do I need to see results?
Microneedling requires a series of 3 treatments, spaced one month apart and then a maintenance treatment every 9-12 months to maintain your results.
Ready to experience the benefits of Microneedling?
Book 3 treatments and get a discount and a free Hale Derma Spray!
Not sure if Microneedling is for you? Start with a FREE consultation where we’ll asses your skin and recommend the best treatment for you. Book your in Toronto or Whitby consultation.
Hi, I’m Hilary!
The founder and lead nurse injector at Subtle Enhancements. Education is something that I’m very passionate about and this blog is an extension of that. Here you will be fully informed of the benefits and risks of each cosmetic procedure — no fads, no trends, just the scientific facts.
In the Greater Toronto Area or Durham Region? Consultations are free!