What is microneedling?

Microneedling — also known as collagen induction therapy — is a minimally invasive treatment that uses fine needles to create controlled microinjuries in the skin. Those microinjuries activate the body's natural wound-healing cascade, including the release of growth factors that encourage new collagen and elastin over time.

It is often selected for acne scarring, uneven tone, fine lines, stretch marks, and overall texture refinement. It is not Morpheus8. Morpheus8 adds fractional radiofrequency energy and is the page to read when the concern is deeper laxity or more advanced scarring.

Often selected for

Acne scarring, uneven tone, fine lines, stretch marks, and texture refinement. Microneedling is one of the collagen-stimulating options on the skin menu, alongside HydraFacial at the surface and Morpheus8 at greater depth.

What to expect

Most patients experience brief redness similar to a light sunburn that fades over a short window. Visible refinement typically builds over weeks as new collagen develops, and results are most pronounced when treatments are planned in a series.

How a visit is planned

Needle depth, settings, and cadence are calibrated to your concerns and tolerance. If a deeper or more targeted response is appropriate, your provider may discuss Morpheus8 or ClearLift as an alternative or complement.

Questions about microneedling

What is microneedling?: Microneedling, also called collagen induction therapy, uses fine needles to create controlled microinjuries in the skin. Those microinjuries activate the body’s natural wound-healing cascade, including growth factors that encourage new collagen and elastin over time.
What is microneedling often selected for?: Acne scarring, uneven tone, fine lines, stretch marks, and overall texture refinement. Your provider confirms whether it fits after looking at your skin, goals, and medical history.
How is microneedling different from Morpheus8?: Traditional microneedling uses fine needles to activate the skin’s collagen response. Morpheus8 is fractional radiofrequency microneedling: it adds RF energy at deeper, customizable depths and is often selected for laxity or more advanced scarring. Standard microneedling remains an option for tone and texture.
What should I expect after microneedling?: Most patients have brief redness similar to a light sunburn that fades over a short window. Visible refinement typically builds over weeks as new collagen develops. Results are most pronounced when treatments are planned in a series.

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