Is Skin Needling Right for You?
Waking up with smoother, clearer and flawless skin is something most of us dream about. For many, skin needling, or micro-needling, is the treatment that makes it possible.
Using precise micro-needling technology, this treatment stimulates collagen production and accelerates skin renewal, helping to smooth fine lines, soften scars and improve overall texture.
If you’ve been thinking about finally booking that first appointment, here’s everything you need to know about skin needling, including the benefits, how it works and whether it’s the right treatment for your skin.
Benefits of Skin Needling
Micro skin needling offers wide range of benefits, making it one of the most popular skin treatments today:
- Stimulates collagen production by encouraging natural collagen and elastin renewal, improving firmness and reducing fine lines
- Improves skin texture and tone by minimising pores, softening acne scars and evening pigmentation for a smoother, more radiant complexion
- Provides long-lasting results and noticeable improvements that continue to develop over time as the skin heals and regenerates
And the best part? Despite using needles, most clients are surprised by how comfortable the treatment feels. It’s commonly described as a faint tingling or prickling sensation.
The treatment is a generally trusted solution for reducing pigmentation, refining pores and restoring a youthful glow.
How Does Skin Needling Work?
Skin needling treatment uses a specialised device with fine needles to create micro-injuries in dermal layer of the skin. This triggers the body’s natural wound-healing response, stimulating fresh collagen and elastin production.
Your skin goes through three key healing phases:
- Inflammatory phase: Immediately after treatment, immune cells respond to micro-injuries by cleansing the area and increasing blood flow. This prepares the skin to regenerate
- Proliferative phase: New tissue and microscopic blood vessels begin rebuilding the treated areas. This is when your skin starts developing fresh, healthy cells.
- Remodelling phase: New collagen fibres strengthen and realign, making the skin firmer and stronger. Scar tissue softens and the epidermis becomes denser and smoother.
What Does Skin Needling Aftercare Look Like?
First few hours after treatment
- Mild redness and sensitivity are normal and usually subside within a few hours
- Apply a gentle hydrating moisturiser to soothe the skin
- Avoid sun exposure as treated skin is temporarily more sensitive
- Use a broad-spectrum SPF 50+ sunscreen
Days 1-2
- Continue using a gentle cleanser and moisturiser
- Avoid any exfoliants, active ingredients and any irritants
- Avoid hot showers, saunas and strenuous exercise
- Avoid direct sunlight
Days 5-7
- Continue using a gentle cleanser and moisturiser
- Avoid retinoids, AHAs, BHAs, vitamin C and other active ingredients
- Mild peeling and flaking is normal. Avoid picking skin
- Choose mineral formulas and use clean tools to apply makeup if necessary
Is My Skin Right for It?
Skin needling is suitable for most skin types and concerns, including ageing, pigmentation and scarring. However, it’s not recommended if you currently have:
- Active acne breakouts
- Eczema
- Rosacea
- Irritated skin
- Photosensitising medications
If you’re unsure about your skin’s suitability, our specialists are here to assess your concerns and recommend a personalised treatment plan.
Skin Needling at Glenrose Beauty Gallery
At Glenrose Beauty Gallery, our advanced skin needling treatments are designed to rejuvenate your skin from within. We offer the treatment to areas such as:
- Neck
- Full Face
- Décolletage
- Full Face + Neck
- Neck + Décolletage
Current Skin Needling Promotion
- Package Treatment: Purchase 3 x Micro Skin Needling treatments and receive 3x FREE Omnilux Heat Light Therapy Treatments.
- 20% OFF All Individual Products
Book online, call us or visit us in store to begin your skin renewal journey.
