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Microneedling

Woman receiving a facial treatment from a beautician in a spa.

The alternative to lasers and peels

Microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy, is a minimally invasive skin rejuvenation treatment designed to help plump, firm, and strengthen the skin while minimizing the appearance of scars, fine lines, wrinkles, and uneven texture. By creating controlled micro-channels within the skin, microneedling stimulates the body's natural healing response, triggering the release of cytokines and growth factors to remodel scar tissue and encourage new collagen and elastin production. The result is smoother, stronger, healthier looking skin over time. 


Treatments are performed using the CosmoPen®, a medical-grade, FDA-approved microneedling device that creates one of the highest numbers of micro-channels per second on the market, making it faster and more effective than many first-generation devices. Its customizable depth and speed settings allow each treatment to be tailored to your individual skin concerns and goals for optimal results.

Microneedling Services

Microneedling

Microneedling with PDRN

Microneedling with PDRN

As a non-ablative skin treatment, microneedling rejuvenates the deeper layers of the skin without removing the surface, making it safe and effective for a wide variety of concerns including acne scars, surgical scars, stretch marks, enlarged pores, fine lines, wrinkles,  discoloration, uneven texture, and skin laxity. Downtime is minimal, typically around 3-5 days, with most clients experiencing temporary redness, dryness, and mild sensitivity similar to a sunburn. It can also be performed nearly anywhere on the body, making it a versatile treatment, and will drastically give you a wow factor when combined with advanced regenerative treatments such as PDRN.


60 minutes | $350


Package of 3 | $925 (save $125)


Microneedling with PDRN

Microneedling with PDRN

Microneedling with PDRN

An advanced regenerative microneedling treatment for the face and neck designed to accelerate healing, boost collagen production, and restore a healthy, luminous glow from within. This treatment combines traditional microneedling with VAMP™, a powerful bio-revitalizing solution infused into the skin during treatment to repair and rejuvenate the skin at a cellular level. VAMP™ contains a sterile, patent-pending blend of 11 vitamins, 23 amino acids, 6 minerals, hyaluronic acid, and polydeoxyribonucleotides (PDRN), also known as Salmon DNA. In Korean skincare, this treatment is often referred to as the "glass skin facial" for its ability to visibly improve hydration, radiance, smoothness, and overall skin quality. By pairing microneedling with PDRN technology, this treatment enhances the skin's natural healing response, helping to reduce downtime, while strengthening the skin barrier for a more plump, youthful complexion.


60 minutes | $600


Package of 3 | $1675 (save $125)

Recommended Add-Ons

Chemical Peel

Advanced Facial

Advanced Facial

Enhance your microneedling results with the powerful benefits of a customized chemical peel. The peel gently exfoliates the outermost layers of skin to accelerate cell turnover, brighten complexion, and improve tone and texture, while microneedling works deeper within the skin to stimulate collagen production, soften fine lines, refine pores, and improve scarring and overall skin rejuvenation. refine texture. Together, these treatments work synergistically to boost product penetration, enhance results, and promote smoother, clearer, more radiant skin with continued improvement over time. 


Custom Peel | $60 - $99

Advanced Facial

Advanced Facial

Advanced Facial

Enhance your microneedling results by pairing your treatment with a Hydrafacial or DiamondGlow for a more comprehensive skin rejuvenation experience. These advanced facial treatments deeply cleanse, exfoliate, and remove impurities while simultaneously infusing the skin with nourishing, hydrating serums to prepare and revitalize the skin. Combined with the collagen stimulating benefits of microneedling, this powerful pairing treats the skin both on the surface and beneath it, leaving your complexion smoother, brighter, healthier, and glowing with continued improvement over time.


Hydrafacial | $149


Diamond Glow | $165

Frequently Asked Questions

Microneedling is suitable for all skin types, all year-round, but is especially effective for those seeking a firmer complexion. Individuals concerned about wrinkles, fine lines, scars, and overall skin texture are good candidates. Skin types of all shades can benefit from it.


While Microneedling is safe and effective for most people, some individuals may not be ideal candidates due to factors that could increase risks or impact results. Medical clearance may be required for certain conditions. Please consult with your healthcare provider if you are unsure. Precautions to consider: 


  • Pregnancy - consult with your healthcare provider first.
  • Patients who are undergoing treatment for skin cancer.
  • Accutane - must wait at least 6 months.
  • Compromised skin (dermatitis, sunburn, open wounds or sores, infection, severe rosacea or acne) in the treatment area.
  • Autoimmune conditions that affect skin healing (like lupus or active vitiligo) - consult with your healthcare provider first.
  • History of keloids or poor wound healing.
  • Bleeding disorders or dysfunction.


Usually you will see initial improvements in just 2 days as collagen production kicks in, with the best results becoming more apparent over the next 1-6 weeks. More significant results will occur after 3-6 treatments spaced 4 weeks apart. Collagen remodeling takes place over time. Skin will continue to improve over the next 6-12 months with a proper skin care regimen. Results will vary in each patient.


The results are long-lasting, especially with a series of treatments. Many see improvements for up to 6 months or longer.


Microneedling has minimal downtime. You may experience mild swelling for about a day and redness and sensitivity that lasts between 2-4 days. Some patients may experience mild peeling or flaking as the skin continues to fully heal which can be up to 5-7 days. 


Microneedling is an aesthetic medical procedure that involves repeatedly puncturing the skin with tiny, disposable sterile needles in order to induce endogenous production of cutaneous collagen. Topical numbing cream may be applied to the treated area for approximately 15-20 minutes to ease any discomfort and will be removed prior to treatment. During the procedure, you might feel warmth or a scratching sensation. A deeper treatment may cause some pin point bleeding. The procedure is generally well-tolerated and lasts about 30 minutes, depending on the treatment area.


Before + After Care

  • Avoid excessive sun exposure and tanning beds for at least 24 hours.
  • Avoid using retinol or exfoliants in the treatment area for at least 24 hours.
  • Avoid blood thinners (including fish oil and vitamin E), NSAIDs, and alcohol for at least 3 days and  corticosteroids for at least 7 days to minimize bleeding, bruising, and irritation. Consult with your healthcare provider before discontinuing medication.
  • Avoid facial injections, lasers, and other facial treatments for 1-2 weeks before receiving microneedling. 
  • If you have a history of herpes/cold sores in the treatment area, pre-treat with an antiviral a few days before and after to reduce the risk of an outbreak.


  • Avoid sweating, excessive heat, swimming, hot showers, and sauna use for at least 72 hours or until skin is healed.
  • Avoid direct sun exposure for at least 72 hours or until skin is healed. Keep the area covered with a hat or loose clothing and apply a broad spectrum (UVA/UVB) SPF 30+ to prevent hyperpigmentation.
  • Avoid artificial tanning (spray tans, tanning lotions, etc.) and exfoliants (retinol, benzoyl peroxide or acne medications, vitamin C if strong or acidic, hydroquinone, AHAs, BHAs, astringents, depilatories, waxing, shaving, etc.) in the treatment area until skin is healed.
  • Avoid putting on makeup for at least 24 hours.


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