Microneedling is a terrific treatment for those experiencing uneven skin texture, acne scarring, surgical scars, other scars, burns, enlarged pores, wrinkles or stretch marks. At Peel Haus Aesthetics & Plastic Surgery in Washington, DC, we are pleased to perform your transformative microneedling service. A minimally invasive procedure that entails little to no downtime, microneedling works by encouraging your skin to make more collagen. The pinpricks from the procedure cause a controlled injury to the skin and the skin responds by making new collagen-rich skin tissue that is more even in tone and texture.
Microneedling can be used by men and women wanting to improve:
Microneedling is one of the most popular services at Peel Haus. Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that involves creating discrete wounds in the skin’s dermal and epidermal layers with tiny sterilized needles. This stimulates the growth of new collagen and elastin, which heals your skin in a few day’s time leaving it more smooth in texture. Microneedling is also referred to as collagen induction therapy.
Premature aging can present as fine lines and wrinkles. The tiny injuries from a microneedling session boosts collagen and elastin production to fight lines and wrinkles. Collagen and elastin are compounds in your skin that add structure and strength, lending a youthful quality. The wound-healing mechanisms also stimulate your body to produce new skin cells, making fine lines, crow’s feet, and forehead wrinkles less apparent.
Because microneedling stimulates collagen and elastin production, it is extremely effective in addressing scars on your skin. Microneedling has actually become one of the most popular treatment options for scars. Microneedling breaks up scar tissue and encourages the growth of new tissue. It works very well for hypertrophic scars caused by acne, burns, injury and surgery. It is not suitable for keloid scars.
Microneedling is effective in lightening and reversing sun damage, particularly hyperpigmentation and age spots. If you have a blotchy, brownish complexion, which is probably a result of too many days of sunning, microneedling and its ability to stimulate new collagen and skin cells can reinvigorate your look and even out your tone.
As we age, skin loses its elasticity, and appears lax. Microneedling can address mild skin laxity. For more moderate skin laxity, RF Microneedling can help tighten the skin. The buildup of collagen and elastin that occurs in response to tiny wounds created by microneedling can improve skin structure to fight skin laxity.
Despite the fact that microneedling involves creating small channels in your skin, it doesn’t increase the size of your pores. In fact, it helps your pores appear much smaller. Microneedling creates micro-injuries on targeted areas to trigger your skin’s natural wound healing response. This creates new collagen and elastin, creating the appearance of smoother, tighter skin.
Stretch marks can be a sensitive skin concern for many. Since stretch marks cause a disruption in the natural production of collagen, microneedling will help not only restart that production, but the overproduction of elastin and collagen will help in healing the damaged connective tissue in the dermis that created the stretch mark. A procedure like microneedling is great for stretch marks because it penetrates deep enough to create a reaction within the same layers of skin that the stretch marks reside instead of resting on the surface.
Soften early signs of aging with collagen-stimulating renewal.
Encourage firmer, more resilient-looking skin.
Reawaken a luminous, healthy glow.
Break up scar tissue and stimulate new tissue growth.
Treat depth-rooted concerns at the dermal layer.
One of the great things about microneedling is how accessible it is. During your initial evaluation, your provider will review your medical history and aesthetic goals to ensure that you are a good candidate for treatment. Luckily, many people, regardless of skin tone, make good candidates for this treatment.
Because it is minimally invasive and does not cause significant wounding to the skin, virtually anybody can safely undergo microneedling therapy. Even those with thin skin can undergo treatment since the depth of penetration can be finely controlled.
After cleansing, a topical numbing cream is applied for 30-45 minutes. Once your skin is numb, our specialist runs the tiny needles evenly over your face — generally about 30 minutes. A calming serum may be applied afterward. Treatment time depends on the size of the area: the upper lip takes minutes, while a large area like the back or legs may last more than an hour.
Boost your microneedling results with the regenerative power of PRF (Platelet-Rich Fibrin). This advanced treatment combines collagen-stimulating microneedling with your body’s own growth factors to support natural skin repair and rejuvenation. Ideal for improving fine lines, acne scars, under-eye hollowing, uneven texture, and skin laxity, PRF helps enhance overall skin quality from within.
By delivering concentrated growth factors directly into the microchannels created during microneedling, this treatment supports long-term collagen production, improved elasticity, and a smoother, more radiant complexion—with minimal downtime and natural-looking results.
Healing from microneedling typically takes 3–7 days, depending on the depth of treatment. Most clients can return to work and normal activities within 24–48 hours, although mild redness and sensitivity may last a few days longer with deeper microneedling treatments. Mineral makeup is generally safe to apply after 48 hours once the skin barrier begins to recover as long as applicators are clean.
While visible microneedling downtime is minimal, collagen production and skin remodeling continue for several weeks after treatment. Following your personalized aftercare instructions is essential to support proper healing, optimize results, and maximize collagen stimulation for smoother, firmer, and more radiant-looking skin.
If you are seeking improvements to your skin texture, including minimizing fine lines and wrinkles, as well as diminishing the existence of hyperpigmentation or discoloration, microneedling may be a great option for you. Microneedling can also help those with prominent acne scars or stretch marks. Take the first step by reaching out to Peel Haus Aesthetics & Plastic Surgery today to schedule a consultation and learn if microneedling is right for your skin goals. Our providers can answer any additional questions you have about microneedling.
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Most patients notice redness and mild swelling similar to slight sunburn for 24-48 hours and there may be slight pinpoint bleeding and/or bruising. Skin will be noticeably smoother and more radiant within a week or two.
Prior to the treatment, numbing cream can be applied to minimize any pain that is felt during the procedure.
Each patient’s skin condition and goals will help determine the number of treatments that are needed. Microneedling can be safely repeated every four to six weeks as determined by your provider.
To get the full benefits of the microneedling treatment, you should get at least 4 to 6 sessions. This gives the skin enough time to make real progress with renewing itself and creating enough collagen and elastin to give long-lasting results. For harder to treat issues like deep scarring, you may need up to eight sessions.
Patients should wait four weeks between microneedling sessions to allow the skin adequate time to heal. Your provider will tell you when it is safe to have another treatment.
Microneedling is considered safe. But like any procedure, it has risks. You could have an allergic reaction to the cream or serum that goes on your skin after the microneedling. And the wounds might get infected if you don’t keep your skin clean. You should stay away from places that could have lots of germs, like swimming pools, lakes, rivers, and oceans. And don’t use irritating soaps and lotions. Be sure to follow your provider’s after-care instructions.
Microneedling is safe for all skin types and all skin tones and is safe for all ages, although we recommend the procedure for ages 16 years or older.
Reach out to Peel Haus Aesthetics & Plastic Surgery today to schedule a consultation and discover if microneedling is right for your skin goals.
