Microneedling Waco, TX

Microneedling utilizes tiny, sterile needles to create micro-injuries in the skin, stimulating collagen and elastin production. This treatment improves skin texture, reduces scars, and minimizes pore size, resulting in a rejuvenated complexion.

Microneedling for Skin Renewal

Microneedling is a procedure where a device that has multiple small needles is used to puncture holes at a controlled depth into the outer layers of the skin. The holes gently stimulate collagen formation during the healing period. Microneedling is often used to drive growth factors in the form of PRP or PRF to help with the healing and overall result. This is not a very aggressive treatment and is performed in the office after using a topical anesthetic. Most people notice an overall improvement in the quality and feel of the skin. This procedure is usually performed monthly over a 2-4 month period. It has the benefit of having very little down time and can be a great addition to a healthy skin care regimen.

What to Expect

The following 1-2 days the swelling will start to decrease and the skin will feel tight and may itch. There will still be some redness and possible pin point blood areas
Your treated area will be red and swollen with some pin point blood areas
Expect to feel like you had a sunburn after the treatment
Around days 2-4 you will have the redness fade but may have some flaking or peeling of skin along with slight dryness
Days 4-7 the skin should recover back to normal

To Do After Microneedling

Drink plenty of water to hydrate the skin
You may cleanse the skin with mild, soap free cleansers
Use non-active, non-comedogenic serums or moisturizers to keep the area hydrated and moist
Only wash face with water for the first 24hrs after treatment. Do not rinse with water until next day if PRP was used

Avoid the following for at least 2 days after the treatment

Getting in the sun or tanning booths
Using sunscreen
Applying makeup to the area
Sweating or vigorous activity
Excessively hot showers or saunas
Swimming
Spray tans
Further skin treatments such as microdermabrasion, lasers, chemical peels, fillers or Botox/Dysport

Avoid the following for at least 4 days after treatment

alpha-hydroxyl-acids (including but not limited to) glycolic, lactic or malic acid
Beta-hydroxy-acids including salicylic acid
Retinoids (including but not limited to) tretinoin, retinol and retinaldehyde
Hydroquinone
Benzoyl peroxide
High levels of Kojic acid
Alcohol (including but not limited to) isopropyl alcohol/denatured alcohol/rubbing alcohol

Next Steps Schedule a Consultation

When you turn to Dr. Charles Guy, you'll immediately find several advantages to working with our team. Our down-to-earth staff is here to make you feel comfortable and ensure you get the best results possible. To learn more about our face and neck procedures in the central Texas area, contact us today to schedule your consultation with Dr. Charles Guy.