Microneedling with Dermapen 4™ (collagen induction therapy)

Results are typically seen after just one month. Your skin’s regenerative process will continue for up to 24 months following a procedure.

Typically, we recommend the following protocols:

• Skin rejuvenation – 3 to 4 treatments, 4 weeks apart
• Acne scarring – 4 to 6 treatments 6 weeks apart
• Stretch marks – up to 10 treatments, 4 to 6 weeks apart

The Dermapen 4™ is far less painful than other microneedling devices. Consequently, numbing the area before treatment is not necessary. You’ll be given after-care products to soothe and camouflage any visible redness or heat sensations.

Yes. However, the procedure must only be performed by a qualified practitioner under strict sterile conditions. All treatment products are single-use and sterile.

Typically, there is no downtime. However, you may experience localised redness for up to 2 days after your procedure. Most people can resume normal activities immediately after the treatment. You must avoid wearing make-up until the following day.

Dermapen 4 is different to similar products on the market for several reasons. It is more comfortable, works more quickly than other devices, boasts minimal downtime after treatment, can cover larger areas, and is less invasive on the skin.

Dermapen 4 can visibly improve various conditions, such as ageing or sun-damaged skin, fine lines and wrinkles, acne and breakouts, scarring, pigmentation, rosacea, enlarged pores, stretchmarks, unwanted tattoos and hair loss.

Yes, you can overdo microneedling. It’s recommended that you only have microneedle every 4 to 6 weeks as your skin needs time to heal correctly to produce more collagen and elastin. If you microneedle more frequently, you risk worsening your skin issues.

Numbing medication/cream (topical anaesthesia) is typically applied to the skin before your microneedle procedure to help reduce pain.

If you have a weakened immune system or have health conditions that affect your skin, such as eczema or diabetes, skin needling may not be suitable for you. Check with your medical practitioner for more information.

There may be some bleeding during or straight after microneedling. Therefore, it may not be suitable if you have a clotting bleeding disorder or if you are taking medicine to thin your blood.

Immediately after your treatment, your skin will appear red and slightly inflamed. You may feel as if your face is sunburnt, and your skin may feel tight and uncomfortable for the following 24 to 48 hours. It’s vital that during this time, you follow our after-care instructions.

You should be able to return to work or normal activities the following day. You mustn’t pick at your skin during recovery, as this can increase the risk of scarring or infection. Always protect your skin from the sun and avoid any active home care products such as retinol and fruit acids.

There may be a small amount of bleeding (pinpoint bleeding) during the procedure, but this should not continue once treatment has been completed. Common side effects include skin sensitivity, bruising, and flaking or crusting skin.

In rare cases, patients may experience grazing or infection. Another rare case is hyper or hypopigmentation. If this occurs, Dr Sam will discuss appropriate and effective treatments to remedy this matter.

Skin needling is not appropriate for pregnant or breastfeeding women (if topical anaesthesia is used). It is also unsuitable for those with active acne or inflammatory acne lesions, active infections are wounds or individuals who have taken a course of Roaccutane in the past six months. If individuals are smokers or taking blood thinning medications, precautions must be taken.