Micro Channeling

What microneedling treats

Microneedling NYC clients book with us most often for:

• Acne scars
• Fine lines and early wrinkles
• Enlarged pores
• Rough or uneven texture
• Dull skin

How microneedling works

A handheld device with very fine needles creates thousands of tiny channels in the top layers of the skin. These micro-channels close quickly and do not leave scars.

Your skin treats each channel as a small injury and starts to repair it. That repair process produces new collagen, the protein that keeps skin firm and smooth. Collagen levels drop as we age, so a series of sessions helps the skin rebuild over time.

The Cleveland Clinic explains the process and what it can treat in more detail.

How many sessions you need

For most clients, we recommend three to five treatments, spaced two to four weeks apart. Collagen builds gradually, so improvements show over the weeks after each session.

Plan for about an hour per visit. Numbing cream sits on the skin for around 30 to 45 minutes first, then the treatment itself takes about 20 to 30 minutes.

Does microneedling hurt?

We apply numbing cream before every session, so most clients feel light pressure and a mild scratching sensation rather than pain. Bony areas such as the forehead can feel slightly more sensitive.

Before your appointment

• Stop retinoids, exfoliating acids and scrubs on the face three days before.
• Avoid sunburn and tanning in the two weeks before.
• Arrive with a clean face, no makeup.
• Tell us if you get cold sores. You may need preventive medicine from your doctor first.

Aftercare

Your skin will look pink to red, like a mild sunburn, for one to three days. It may feel tight or dry.

• Wait at least 24 hours before applying makeup.
• Use a gentle cleanser and a plain moisturiser for the first few days.
• Skip retinoids, acids and exfoliating products for about a week.
• Wear SPF 30 or higher and keep out of direct sun.
• Avoid heavy workouts, saunas and swimming for 24 to 48 hours.

Who should wait or skip this treatment

• Active acne breakouts or a skin infection in the treatment area
• An active cold sore
• Pregnancy or breastfeeding
• Isotretinoin (Accutane) in the past six months
• A history of keloid scars
• Blood-thinning medicine
• A flare of eczema or psoriasis on the face

Tell us about any of these at your free consultation.

Microneedling NYC clients choose Forest Hills for comfort and care

Vina Beauty Spa is a medical spa with a medical director, in a quiet, spotless space on Selfridge Street. You get a free consultation, a treatment plan for your skin, and a follow-up after your session.

Forest Hills is easy to reach from across Queens, including Rego Park, Kew Gardens and Middle Village. From Forest Hills–71 Av station, the Q23 bus takes about 10 minutes.

Microneedling or CO2 laser?

This option suits early scarring, texture and fine lines, with a day or two of redness. Fractional CO2 laser resurfacing works more deeply on stubborn acne scars and wrinkles, with about a week of recovery. We will recommend the right option at your consultation. See Advanced Fractional Laser Skin Resurfacing.

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