Microneedling (Collagen Induction Therapy)

Microneedling, also known as Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT), is a highly effective minimally invasive treatment designed to improve skin texture, reduce scarring, minimise pores, and promote overall skin rejuvenation. By creating controlled micro-injuries in the skin, microneedling stimulates the body's natural wound healing process, resulting in increased collagen and elastin production.

At PRP London Clinic, our medical team uses professional microneedling devices to safely and effectively treat a variety of skin concerns on the face and body. Results can be further enhanced by combining microneedling with other regenerative treatments.

During a microneedling treatment:

• A device equipped with fine, sterile needles is moved across the skin, creating thousands of tiny, controlled punctures (micro-channels) in the dermis.
• These micro-injuries trigger the body's natural healing cascade, initiating inflammation, proliferation, and remodelling phases.
• Growth factors are released, stimulating fibroblasts (skin cells) to produce new, healthy collagen and elastin.
• Over the following weeks and months, this new collagen network improves skin structure, firmness, and texture.
• The micro-channels also temporarily increase the absorption of beneficial topical products applied immediately after treatment.

Microneedling offers numerous benefits and can effectively address:

• Acne Scarring: Significantly improves the appearance of atrophic (indented) acne scars.
• Fine Lines & Wrinkles: Reduces textural lines and wrinkles by boosting collagen.
• Enlarged Pores: Helps tighten skin around pores, making them appear smaller.
• Skin Texture & Tone: Creates smoother, more even skin texture and tone.
• Stretch Marks (Striae): Can improve texture and blend colour (results vary).
• Mild Skin Laxity: Provides some firming effect through collagen remodelling.
• Hyperpigmentation (Certain Types): Can improve post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH). *Caution advised for Melasma.*
• General Skin Rejuvenation: Enhances overall skin health and radiance.
• Under-Eye Area: Can carefully treat fine lines and crepey skin under the eyes.

Note: Standard microneedling is generally not considered an effective primary treatment for significant cellulite.

Your microneedling session with our medical team involves:

1. Consultation: Discussion of your skin concerns, goals, and suitability for microneedling.
2. Preparation: Thorough cleansing of the skin. Application of a strong topical anaesthetic cream for 20-30 minutes to ensure comfort.
3. Microneedling Application: Our medical team uses a sterile, single-use needle cartridge on the microneedling device, gliding it across the treatment area(s) in a controlled manner, adjusting needle depth based on the area and concern.
4. Post-Treatment Application (Optional): A soothing, targeted serum (e.g., Hyaluronic Acid) is often applied immediately afterwards to penetrate the micro-channels.
5. Aftercare: Your skin will appear red and may feel tight. Specific aftercare instructions, focusing on hydration and sun protection, will be provided.

The procedure typically takes 45-60 minutes, including numbing time.

Skin improvements develop over time as collagen rebuilds:

• Immediately After: Skin is red and may feel warm/tight.
• Days 1-3: Redness gradually subsides. Skin may feel dry or slightly rough.
• Weeks 1-4: Initial improvements in texture and radiance may be noticeable.
• Months 1-3+: More significant improvements in lines, scars, pores, and firmness become visible as new collagen forms. Optimal results for scarring often require multiple sessions.

A course of 3-6 sessions, spaced 4-6 weeks apart, is typically recommended for best results, especially for scarring or significant texture issues.

Microneedling creates ideal pathways for enhanced absorption of regenerative products. Our medical team often combines it with:

• PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma): The 'PRP Facial' uses your own growth factors applied after microneedling for boosted rejuvenation. Learn more »
• Exosomes (MSC-Derived): Applying exosomes post-microneedling delivers potent regenerative signals deep into the skin. Learn more »
• AnteAGE Biosomes™: Biomimetic exosomes applied after microneedling for targeted skin enhancement. Learn more »

Combination treatments often yield superior results compared to microneedling alone, with specific pricing found on the respective treatment pages.

The cost for a standalone microneedling session is listed below. Package pricing may be available for courses of treatment. Combination treatments (with PRP, Exosomes, etc.) have separate pricing outlined on their dedicated pages.

Microneedling is very safe when performed by a our qualified medical professionals using sterile, single-use needle cartridges. Expected side effects are temporary redness, mild swelling, and potential pinpoint bleeding during the procedure. Proper aftercare minimises risks like infection or post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (rare with appropriate technique and sun protection).

Improve texture, scars, lines, and overall skin health with Collagen Induction Therapy. Book a consultation with our medical team at PRP London Clinic to discuss Microneedling.