Frequently Asked Questions

Microneedling is a procedure that uses small, sterile needles to create controlled micro-injuries in the skin.

These micro-injuries trigger the skin’s natural healing response, supporting collagen and elastin production and gradually improving selected concerns such as facial acne scars and uneven texture.

No.

SkinPen® mechanically creates controlled microchannels without delivering heat or radiofrequency energy.

RF microneedling combines needles with radiofrequency energy delivered beneath the skin. It works differently and has a separate risk profile. The FDA has reported serious complications associated with certain uses of RF microneedling, including burns, scarring, fat loss and nerve damage.

A series of approximately three treatments spaced around four weeks apart is commonly considered for facial acne scars.

Additional sessions or periodic maintenance may be recommended based on your skin condition, treatment response and goals. Treatment should be personalised rather than automatically scheduled every quarter

Some clients notice an improvement in skin texture or radiance as the initial redness settles. More meaningful changes develop gradually as collagen remodelling continues.

Results may continue evolving for several months, and multiple sessions are often required.

Yes, although downtime is generally minimal.

Redness, warmth, sensitivity, tightness, dryness, swelling or mild flaking may occur. These effects commonly improve within a few days, but recovery varies between clients.

The suitability of combining additional products must be determined by the treating healthcare provider.

SkinPen® is not FDA-cleared to deliver PRP, PRF, PDRN, exosomes or other topical products through the microchannels it creates. Combining products should therefore not be presented as a standard or proven part of the SkinPen® procedure.