Microneedling Maui
Benefits of Microneedling
Microneedling does an excellent job at rejuvenating the skin to reveal a beautiful complexion. Living in Hawaii, it is also a safer modality than lasers in respect to risk of hyper/hypo pigmentation.
No scarring
No risk of adverse reaction
Safe for all skin types
Little to no downtime or recovery
Little to no discomfort or pain
Effective on many skin imperfections
Who is the Ideal Candidate for Microneedling?
Microneedling is ideal for those with acne scars, sun damage, fine lines or wrinkles, and other skin imperfections such as:
Uneven skin tone
Rough skin texture
Large pores
Under eye dark circles or puffiness
What Do I Do to Prepare for Microneedling?
Preparation for microneedling involves avoiding retinoid treatments and treatments for auto-immune diseases for 24 hours prior to your treatment as well as direct sun exposure for that time. We use a numbing cream for about 30 minutes before your treatment. The only other step to prepare for microneedling is to wash your face and arrive for your treatment with no makeup.
What Should I Expect During Microneedling?
Prior to the procedure, a numbing cream is applied to minimize or eliminate any discomfort. With microneedling, we use the The Derma Pen™ to create tiny channels in the skin to which the body responds by beginning the healing process. Collagen and elastin production are also stimulated to add volume to the skin and restore elasticity to it. The treatments are safe as we use sterile single-use needle tips with the device to prevent any cross-contamination.
How Long Does It Take to Perform Microneedling
Microneedling itself takes about 30 minutes to complete. If you count the skin preparation and post-treatment process, the entire treatment may take up to an hour.
What to Expect After Microneedling
The downtime following microneedling is short, as the area may be slightly pink like a mild sunburn for a couple of days. Once this goes away and the tiny holes heal, the results begin to appear.
When Will I See Results?
You may have the microneedle glow the next couple of days post treatment as the skin is healing and has more blood flow. But the full results are a month or so later when the skin has gone through its 28 day cycle. This is why we wait 4 to 5 weeks to then repeat the procedure to keep the skin in a regenerating collagen induction state.