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SkinPen Precision system is a minimally invasive, micro-needling device intended for use of facial acne scars, hyperpigmentation and fine lines and wrinkles. The procedure creates many microscopic punctures in the skin’s outer layers. As these punctures heal, the remodelling process works to improve the appearance of these skin concerns.
This device is also well known, highly recommended and used within the NHS by medical professionals.
The procedure creates many microscopic punctures in the skin’s outer layers. The device contains 14 stainless steel surgical-grade needles validated for sharpness, durability and penetration depth. These micro-channels that have been made to stimulate collagen synthesis. As these punctures heal, the remodelling process works to improve the appearance of ageing and texture and reduce the appearance of pigmentation and acne scarring.
Your practitioner begins by cleansing the skin and applying a numbing cream for around 20-30 minutes. After removing the cream, a cooling hyaluronic-based gliding gel is applied and the SkinPen device is passed over the treatment area in sections.
Immediately afterwards, skin typically appears moderately to severely red, similar to sunburn, and may feel tight or dry. Mild pinpoint bleeding is normal. Redness can last up to a week, and peeling may start within the first few days and continue for up to two weeks. Makeup should be avoided for the first 48 hours.
Your treatment begins with a gentle cleanse, followed by the application of a numbing cream, which is left on the skin for around 20–30 minutes to minimise discomfort. Once removed, a cooling HG glide gel is applied to help the device move smoothly across your skin.
Your practitioner will then begin the procedure, working methodically across different sections of the face (and other areas if indicated). Once complete, any remaining product is massaged into the skin to enhance hydration and recovery.
The depth of the treatment is carefully tailored to your individual skin needs, typically ranging between 0.25 mm and 1.5 mm, with different depths used across various facial zones.
Immediately after treatment, your skin may appear moderately to severely red, similar to a sunburn. It can feel tight, warm, or dry, and you may notice tiny pinpoint marks, all completely normal responses as your skin begins to heal.
Redness usually subsides within a week, though some patients experience mild to moderate peeling for up to two weeks, depending on treatment depth. Avoid picking or exfoliating any flaking skin, as this may cause irritation or pigmentation.
You’ll need to avoid applying makeup for 48 hours post-treatment. Once this period has passed, you can use makeup if needed, though it may not sit smoothly while the skin is peeling.
Most patients begin to notice an improvement in texture and firmness within a few weeks, with continued collagen renewal over the following months.
For best results, a course of 3 to 6 sessions is usually recommended, spaced every 2 to 6 weeks depending on your skin concern and treatment depth.
SkinPen treatment is suitable for all skin types, and your practitioner will advise whether it’s right for you during consultation.
varies per patient
Any active skincare products such as glycolic acid, salicylic acid and retinol or any topical form of vitamin A should not be used a week before treatment. The skin barrier should not be compromised on the day of the treatment e.g. no dryness/peeling, open breakouts that are healing. This can cause the skin to be sensitive and may cause other skin problems such as post-inflammatory pigmentation.
Also, any facial or laser treatments should be avoided 2-4 weeks prior to Skinpen treatment, please speak with your practitioner for further advice.
SkinPen is most commonly used on the face, neck and decollete. However, the device can be treated on other areas of the body such as hands and the back. It depends on the skin concern we are treating which will be assessed before going ahead to ensure it is the best-suited treatment for you.
Before your treatment, we recommend you use basic skincare products that do not contain AHAs/BHAs and vitamin A. After your SkinPen treatment, you will be provided with two homecare products to use for the following 48 to 72 hours. Within this time frame, we advise avoiding using any other products, including a cleanser and SPF.
You will then be able to resume your normal routine including active ingredients etc, once your skin has fully healed with no redness or peeling of the skin.
Results will last depending on the skin concern and the home maintenance. Typically results last longer once you have completed a course and generally last up to 1 year to a year and a half. However, if you are targeting ageing, we recommend having a maintenance session once every 6 months to prevent the collagen production from slowing down again.
We advise you to wait 4 weeks for any facial or laser treatment, please speak with your practitioner who will advise you further. We recommend 2 weeks after SkinPen treatment for any injectable procedures such as botox or filler.
SkinPen is a medical device that is also used in the NHS by doctors etc. There is a difference in strength due to the way SkinPen technology works in the skin and the downtime is much greater than a home use micro-needling and will always need guidance when the skin is healing. Whereas home micro-needling, if used correctly your skin may appear slightly pink but doesn’t last long. Therefore the SkinPen procedure is more effective and the results last longer.
Yes, how much peeling or dryness will occur depends on the depth we treat and generally varies from person to person. However, minimal or excessive peeling is both normal and the treatment will still be as effective.
Redness from SkinPen can last from 24 hours to 1 week and sometimes longer. This also depends on the depth of the treatment and varies from person to person. We always advise to allow 1 to 2 weeks for downtime with redness and/or peeling of the skin.
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