Microneedling

Controlled Micro-Injury That Triggers Real Repair

What It Is

Microneedling uses a medical-grade device fitted with fine, sterile needles to create thousands of controlled micro-injuries in the skin. These tiny punctures trigger your body’s natural wound-healing response, stimulating new collagen and elastin production without damaging the surrounding tissue. It is also known as collagen induction therapy.

What It Does

Skin texture becomes smoother, pores appear smaller, fine lines soften, and scarring visibly improves as new collagen remodels the treated area over the following weeks and months. The micro-channels created during treatment also allow far greater absorption of topical products, making microneedling an effective delivery platform for treatments like PRP and exosomes.

The Approach

A typical course involves three to five sessions spaced three to four weeks apart, depending on the concern being treated. Needle depth is adjusted based on the area and condition. Results build cumulatively with each session, and Dr Etok will tailor the protocol to your skin’s specific needs and goals.

Is Microneedling Right For You?

Microneedling suits clients who want to improve skin texture, reduce scarring, or refine pores through a treatment that works with the skin’s natural repair processes. It is one of the safest resurfacing options available for all skin types, including darker tones where lasers and chemical peels carry a higher risk of pigmentation changes. If you are looking for immediate dramatic results from a single session, this is not the right fit. Microneedling rewards commitment to a course of treatment and delivers its best results over time.

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THE TREATMENT PROCESS

Precision Needling That Triggers Collagen From Within

A topical numbing cream is applied around 20 to 30 minutes before the procedure. The microneedling device is then passed across the treatment area, creating thousands of precise micro-punctures at a controlled depth. Needle depth is adjusted based on the area being treated and the condition being addressed, from shallow passes for general skin quality to deeper settings for scarring. The procedure typically takes 30 to 45 minutes.

Immediately after treatment, the skin appears red and may feel warm, similar to mild sunburn. This typically settles within 24 to 48 hours. If PRP or exosomes are being applied alongside microneedling, they are introduced immediately after the needling while the micro-channels remain open, maximising absorption. Results develop gradually as collagen remodels over the following weeks and months, with visible improvements building across the course.

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Answers to Common Questions About Your Treatment

Find helpful guidance on what to expect before and after your appointment. These answers are based on real questions from clients just like you.

Microneedling is one of the most versatile skin treatments available. It is effective for improving overall skin texture and tone, reducing the appearance of acne scarring, softening fine lines and wrinkles, minimising enlarged pores, improving stretch marks, and addressing uneven pigmentation. It can also be used to enhance the absorption and effectiveness of other topical treatments applied during the procedure.

Medical-grade microneedling uses a precision device with adjustable needle depth, allowing treatment at the dermal level where collagen remodelling actually occurs. At-home rollers use much shorter needles that cannot reach this depth and are unlikely to produce meaningful structural change. Professional treatment in a clinical setting also ensures sterility, appropriate technique, and needle depth tailored to your specific concerns.

Most clients benefit from three to five sessions spaced three to four weeks apart. For more severe scarring, additional sessions may be recommended. The spacing allows each round of collagen production to develop before the next treatment stimulates further repair. After the initial course, occasional maintenance sessions can help sustain and build on the results. Dr Etok will outline a plan during your consultation.

Initial improvements in skin texture and radiance are often noticeable within a few weeks of the first session. Collagen remodelling is a gradual process, so the deeper structural benefits develop progressively over the months that follow. Studies show significant increases in collagen density at six months after a course of treatment. Results continue to improve as the course progresses.

Downtime is minimal compared to laser or chemical peel treatments. Redness and mild swelling are expected for 24 to 48 hours, resembling mild sunburn. Some clients experience slight flaking as the skin heals over the following days. Most people return to their routine within one to two days. It is important to avoid direct sun exposure, active skincare ingredients, and makeup for 24 hours after treatment.

A topical numbing cream is applied before the procedure, which significantly reduces discomfort. Most clients describe the sensation as a light vibrating or scratching feeling across the skin. Some areas may be more sensitive than others, particularly around the forehead and nose. The procedure is well-tolerated, and discomfort subsides as soon as the treatment is complete.

Yes, and this is one of its greatest strengths. The micro-channels created during microneedling allow topical treatments to penetrate far deeper than they would on intact skin. PRP, exosomes, and growth factor serums are commonly applied immediately after needling to amplify results. Microneedling also pairs well with polynucleotides, Sunekos, and other regenerative treatments as part of a phased plan.

Yes. Microneedling is one of the safest resurfacing treatments for all skin types, including darker tones. Because it does not use heat or light energy and preserves the epidermis, the risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation is significantly lower than with laser treatments or deep chemical peels. This makes it an excellent option for clients who may not be suitable candidates for other resurfacing procedures.

Ready to Explore Microneedling?

Book a consultation to discuss whether microneedling suits your concerns. Dr Etok will assess your skin, recommend the right protocol, and advise on whether combining it with other treatments could enhance your results.

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