Downtime
Skin is usually pink for a day or two after each session, like mild sunburn. Most people return to normal plans the next day.
Skin programme · 4 to 6 months
A course of microneedling to improve the appearance of acne scarring, enlarged pores and rough texture, by encouraging your skin's own collagen production. Choose microneedling on its own, or with PRP for a stronger collagen response.
Active breakouts need to be settled before microneedling. If yours aren't yet, we can start with a course of peels, and we'll recommend seeing your GP if your acne is severe.
Every plan is tailored at your consultation, so timings may be adjusted to suit your skin.
Skin is usually pink for a day or two after each session, like mild sunburn. Most people return to normal plans the next day.
Collagen builds gradually, so improvement continues for months after your last session.
PRP, prepared from a small sample of your own blood, is applied during microneedling. Studies suggest it can improve results for acne scarring compared with microneedling alone.
Most people need three to four sessions, and deeper scarring may need more. We'll give you an honest estimate after assessing your skin.
Both work. PRP gives a stronger collagen response, so it suits deeper or more established scarring, or anyone who wants the best result from fewer sessions. We'll talk it through at your consultation.
Yes. Microneedling is one of the safer options for darker skin tones because it doesn't use heat.
Microneedling isn't done over active breakouts. We'll suggest peels to settle your skin first, and recommend seeing your GP if your acne is severe or painful.
Yes, and you should. We'll ask you to stop it for a few days before and after each session.
Book a free 15-minute video call with your questions, or an in-person skin consultation for £25, taken off any treatment or programme.