Microneedling
Stimulate collagen production and transform your skin with medical-grade microneedling for smoother texture, reduced scars, and a radiant glow
Stimulate collagen production and transform your skin with medical-grade microneedling for smoother texture, reduced scars, and a radiant glow
MedBeautyLA is proud to serve as the most trusted provider for microneedling in downtown Los Angeles. Our staff of skin care experts have over 20 years combined experience and continually attend courses and conferences to ensure we are utilizing the most advanced and clinically-proven techniques.
Microneedling — the process of creating controlled micro-injuries on the skin — activates your body's natural healing response. The treatment improves skin tone and texture, reduces pore size, and improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Microneedling also promotes collagen and elastin, leading to plumper, more youthful skin overall.
Our practice exclusively uses the SkinPen microneedling device, which is the first FDA-approved microneedling device on the market. It works on all skin types, is extremely safe, and requires little downtime. We also offer microneedling with radio-frequency (RF microneedling), which penetrates deeper into the skin for an increased level of collagen induction therapy.
60 minutes
6-12 weeks
2-3 days
Starting at $465/session, includes postcare products
Clinical photos from SkinPen®, the FDA-cleared device we use for every microneedling treatment, after three to six sessions.
3 sessions
Photo courtesy of SkinPen® by Bellus Medical
3 sessions
Photo courtesy of SkinPen® by Bellus Medical
6 sessions
Photo courtesy of SkinPen® by Bellus Medical
Individual results may vary.
Stimulates natural collagen and elastin production for firmer skin
Smooths rough texture and minimizes the appearance of pores
Significantly improves acne scars and other types of scarring
Allows serums and products to penetrate deeper for better results
Improves overall skin tone and luminosity
Quick recovery with most redness gone in 2-3 days
Skin is cleansed and numbing cream is applied for 20-30 minutes
Microneedling device is passed over treatment areas with customized depth
Growth factors or hyaluronic acid applied to enhance results
Redness for 2-3 days, with visible improvements in 4-6 weeks
A solution for all skin types. Here is how SkinPen® microneedling works, who it's right for, what it costs and how to get the most out of every session.
Microneedling is one of the most versatile treatments we offer. By creating controlled micro-injuries in the skin, it prompts your body to make new collagen and elastin, which improves tone and texture, reduces the look of pores, and softens fine lines and wrinkles.
Microneedling is also the first-line treatment for more severe skin texture issues, like acne scarring and stretch marks. For clients whose main concern is scarring, it's one of the foundational treatments in our Acne Scar Bootcamp, where your provider increases needle depth to target and resurface the scar tissue.
Our practice exclusively uses the SkinPen® microneedling device, the first FDA-cleared microneedling device on the market. There are a number of microneedling devices available, but SkinPen® is considered the "gold standard" in microneedling by skin care professionals, and its benefits are well documented and clinically backed. It works on all skin types, is extremely safe and requires little downtime.
For clients who want deeper collagen stimulation and tightening, we also offer RF microneedling, which adds radiofrequency energy and penetrates deeper into the skin for an increased level of collagen induction therapy.
The best way to know whether you're a good candidate is an in-person consultation with a provider. In general, though, microneedling is beneficial for clients with uneven texture from acne scarring, enlarged pores, fine lines and wrinkles, and anyone who wants to "level up" their skin. It is safe for all skin colors and ethnicities and is well tolerated at every age.
SkinPen® microneedling for the full face is $465 per session at MedBeautyLA, and your post-care products are included.
Pricing varies from office to office for a few reasons. Microneedling in Beverly Hills or Los Angeles is priced differently than in, for example, Kansas City or Tallahassee. As with all aesthetic treatments, the skill level of your provider has a tremendous effect on the cost of treatment. The device matters too: quality, FDA-cleared devices cost your provider more than a less trustworthy brand, and that cost is necessarily carried into the price of treatment.
Data shows that optimal results come after three or more microneedling sessions, so we encourage most clients to plan for a series rather than a single visit.
Adding exosomes to your microneedling session both speeds up recovery time and enhances your results. Exosomes are applied right after treatment, while the micro-channels are open. Learn more about our microneedling with exosomes treatment, or see real before-and-after photos from our clients.
As you consider microneedling and your options for renewing your skin, you might also be interested in The SaltFacial™, dermaplaning or a chemical peel. Have more questions? Read our blog post on why you shouldn't be afraid of microneedling, or book your consult online.
It's one of the most common questions we get. After your skin has been numbed, most clients feel vibration and only slight discomfort in certain areas as the device moves over the skin, often compared to light sandpaper. Afterwards your skin will feel flushed, similar to a sunburn, which subsides within a few hours. RF microneedling may have slightly more sensation because of the heat.
Most clients see the best results with three to six sessions spaced four to six weeks apart. Acne scarring may require more sessions, while general skin rejuvenation may need fewer.
SkinPen® microneedling simply means microneedling done with a SkinPen® device. There are many microneedling devices on the market, but SkinPen® was the first FDA-cleared and is considered the "gold standard" by skin care professionals.
RF microneedling adds radiofrequency energy to the needles, delivering heat deep into the skin for enhanced collagen production and tightening. It's particularly effective for deeper scars and skin laxity.
No. A Vampire Facial, or PRP microneedling, involves an in-office blood draw before treatment. In theory, applying your own platelet-rich plasma to the skin right after treatment speeds up healing and collagen induction. In reality, the data is still inconclusive on how much of a difference PRP makes, and the cost and risks are higher. Our office opts for microneedling with exosomes instead, which is both safer and yields better clinical results.
Yes. Exosomes are our most popular add-on to enhance the results of your treatment and speed up recovery. See microneedling with exosomes.
An initial glow appears within a week or two, but true collagen remodeling takes four to six weeks. Results continue to improve for up to six months after your final session.
The effects of microneedling on acne scarring and uneven skin texture are permanent. Once you have completed your round of treatment (typically three to six sessions spaced one month apart), your skin will always be noticeably smoother at the treatment sites. Microneedling for fine lines, wrinkles and enlarged pores will likely need yearly maintenance sessions.
For most clients, the initial redness subsides within 24 hours. Your skin will begin to feel dry and tight by about day three, and you'll have flaking for several days. Your skin returns to baseline, perhaps a little drier than usual, by day seven. Clients tell us they see a distinct glow and "wow factor" by the two-week mark.
Expect two to three days of redness similar to a sunburn. Some clients have mild swelling and dryness. Most return to normal activities within 24 to 48 hours.
Stop using retinoids at least three days before treatment, or a full week before if your skin is sensitive. You should also avoid harsh actives, like salicylic acid, in the days leading up to your appointment.
As with pre-treatment care, stop retinoids and actives for at least one week after your appointment, or longer if your skin hasn't returned to baseline after seven days. Avoid sun exposure while your skin heals, since it's extra sensitive to UV light, and reapply SPF 50 or higher every two hours. Never pick or peel at your skin while it flakes, as this can increase your risk of hyperpigmentation. If your skin itches as it heals, apply a gentle moisturizer to the area.
Don't put anything on your face, including makeup, for 24 hours after treatment. The tiny micro-channels need time to close and heal to prevent infection. Makeup after the first 24 hours is fine, though your face will begin to flake and peel by about day three, so most of our clients stick to a simple moisturizer and SPF that week. See our full post on makeup after microneedling.
It's not recommended. Microneedling can puncture active breakouts and spread bacteria, making the breakout worse. If the breakout is localized to one spot, a skilled provider can work around it. Typically our providers first address breakouts with several SaltFacial™ treatments and a customized at-home skin care plan, then move on to microneedling for texture and acne scars once active acne is under control.
Some clients, though not all, go through a period of purging after treatment. You may notice pimples where there weren't any before, which should resolve in a week or so. It happens because your skin is regenerating, and for some people that pushes oil and bacteria beneath the surface "up and out."
Yes. Microneedling is one of the absolute best treatments available for acne scarring. It's one of the foundational treatments in our Acne Scar Bootcamp, and your provider increases needle depth to target and resurface the scar tissue.
Yes. Skin tightening is one of our favorite uses for SkinPen® microneedling, especially on the neck and lower face. A series of four to six treatments spaced four to five weeks apart is recommended for visible, lasting results.
SkinPen® microneedling for the full face is $465 per session at MedBeautyLA, including your post-care products. Across Los Angeles, price depends on the provider's skill and the device used, and reputable offices charge in a similar range.
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