Microneedling, also known as Collagen Induction Therapy, is a non-surgical skin rejuvenation treatment that uses a specialized pen device with tiny needles to create micro-channels in the skin. These micro-injuries stimulate collagen and elastin production, while also allowing topical serums to penetrate deeper for maximum effectiveness.
At NovelU Wellness & Med Spa in Long Beach, we elevate microneedling by pairing it with advanced serums such as Exosomes, Salmon DNA, or diluted Botox, tailored to your skin goals.
Your journey begins with a comprehensive consultation to discuss your skin goals and evaluate your skin's condition. This allows us to tailor the treatment to your specific needs.
During the procedure, a numbing cream is applied to ensure comfort. The microneedling pen is then gently glided over your skin, creating micro-injuries that stimulate collagen production. The entire process typically takes less than an hour, depending on the treatment area.
After the procedure, we provide detailed aftercare instructions to promote healing and maximize your results.
Follow-up appointments are scheduled to monitor progress and make any necessary adjustments to your skincare regimen.
Many clients notice an improvement in their skin’s texture and tone within a few days of treatment. However, the most significant results typically appear after several weeks as collagen production increases and skin continues to regenerate.
The number of sessions needed varies based on individual skin concerns and goals. For optimal results, we generally recommend a series of treatments spaced a few weeks apart. Our team will work with you to create a personalized treatment plan.
Pen Microneedling is a safe procedure with minimal side effects. Some clients may experience temporary redness or swelling, similar to a mild sunburn, which typically subsides within a few days.
Regular microneedling confers several clinically substantiated benefits, primarily through controlled dermal injury that stimulates the wound healing cascade, leading to increased collagen and elastin synthesis and epidermal regeneration. The most robustly supported benefits include:
– Improvement of atrophic acne scars and other types of scarring (including surgical, burn, and varicella scars) via dermal remodeling and neocollagenesis.
– Facial skin rejuvenation, with reduction in fine lines, wrinkles, and skin laxity, as well as improved skin texture and tone. Histological studies demonstrate significant increases in collagen types I, III, and VII, and tropoelastin after multiple sessions.
– Treatment of photoaging and dyschromia, including melasma and infraorbital dark circles, by normalizing melanocyte function and enhancing epidermal turnover.
– Enhanced transdermal drug delivery, as microneedling increases skin permeability, facilitating the absorption of topical agents such as retinoids, vitamin C, and growth factors.
– Management of alopecia, with evidence supporting its use in androgenetic alopecia and other hair loss disorders, likely via stimulation of growth factors and improved drug delivery.
– Low risk profile, with most adverse effects limited to transient erythema, scaling, burning, and pruritus; serious or permanent complications are rare.
Microneedling is generally performed in multiple sessions spaced 2–4 weeks apart to optimize results, with clinical and histological improvements often observed after several treatments.Its minimally invasive nature, short recovery time, and applicability across all skin types make it a valuable alternative to more aggressive resurfacing procedures.
At Novel U Wellness, our mission is to help you achieve the radiant skin you’ve always desired through expert Pen Microneedling Treatments. Our skilled team is committed to delivering exceptional results that enhance your natural beauty and rejuvenate your appearance. Contact us today to schedule your consultation and take the first step towards a more confident you.
