Microneedling improves skin firmness, radiance, skin texture and tone. It is a highly effective treatment for enlarged pores, lines and wrinkles, pigmentation, acne scarring, surgical scars and stretch marks, and results improve over time as new collagen develops. Microneedling is suitable for the face, neck, décolletage, hands and body.

The DR Pen M8 is the newest pen on the market, micro-needling is a clinically proven, CE certified micro-needling device that uses an advanced micro-needle cartridge and disposable bio-sheath to eliminate the risk of cross-contamination. Each cartridge contains 16 – 36 of the highest quality, Japanese stainless-steel needles that are highly durable to ensure exceptionally precise, safe and effective treatments. The efficacy of the DR Pen M8 means that incredible results can be achieved with lower settings reducing the potential for adverse reactions caused by excessive post-procedure inflammation.

Following a consultation where we will discuss the procedure in detail together with your treatment aims, an anaesthetic cream will be applied. The skin is then cleansed and a light peel is performed for optimum results from FILLMED then a thin layer of gel is applied to allow the Dr Pen to glide over the skin to prevent abrasion and friction. The needle depth is selected and treatment begins with a test pass to determine skin reaction and tolerance levels. The Pen is then moved across the skin, area by area, in vertical and horizontal movements to ensure every area is treated thoroughly. Treatment time is approximately 60 minutes.

The procedure is usually well-tolerated as numbing cream is applied 30 minutes before the procedure.

You will see an improvement in skin quality, texture and tone after just one treatment. However, for deeper lines, scarring, stretch-marks and pigmentation a course of 3-6 treatments will be recommended, one every 4-6 weeks.

Make-up and skincare products should not be applied for 24-hours.

For the first few days after treatment your skin is likely to feel red, hot, stingy and tight, like sunburn. You may have some mild bruising and may also experience some swelling, particularly around the eye area.

The skin may flake or peel post-treatment. This is part of the skin rejuvenation process. Depending on the condition of the skin prior to treatment, this may be quite noticeable and last for around a week. It is important not to pick or peel the skin as this may cause scarring or pigmentation.

Pigmentation may darken post-treatment before showing improvement.

You may wish to schedule your treatment to coincide with a day or two away from work and social events. You will be given detailed aftercare advice following the procedure. It is important to follow the aftercare advice carefully to aid the wound healing process and to prevent any excessive inflammation post-procedure.

Vitamin B3 healing cream can be purchased if notified in advance.

A Cooling mask will be provided to aid the healing process.