Microneedling

Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT), also known as Medical Skin Needling or Microneedling, is a minimally-invasive skin rejuvenation treatment designed to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles as well as scars on the face and body. The treatment uses tiny needles or micro-needles moved over the skin to create tiny, evenly-spaced puncture wounds on the skin. This process stimulates the body’s natural collagen production by generating a wound healing response. By damaging the skin, you encourage the body to produce new collagen and elastin, which helps it thicken and ‘plump up’ the face.

There are no major contraindications for Collagen Induction Therapy. As with all cosmetic treatments, the ideal candidate should have realistic expectations and be in generally good health. The treatment is suitable for all skin types, unlike some laser or chemical peels procedures.

If you have any of the following concerns, you may be a suitable candidate for Collagen Induction Therapy:

-Premature ageing

-Skin Laxity

-Lines and wrinkles

-Scarring from acne, chicken pox, injuries or surgery

Risks and complications associated with this treatment are minimal but can include:

-Scab formation

-Flaking or dryness of the skin

-The appearance of white spots (milia)

-The appearance of dark patches as the skin purges (hyper-pigmentation)

-An outbreak of cold sores in previous suffers

Microneedling isn’t painless, but the discomfort is short lived, much like body hair removal or a mild sunburn. We provide a healing mask series directly after treatment and take-home toner to further support skin healing.

After Collagen Induction Therapy Treatment, your skin will be a bit red or pink. You may also get some bleeding and bruising (rare), however this should be minimal and will depend on the length of the needle used during your treatment. The downtime with this treatment is very quick and you should have recovered between 24-72 hours.

**no makeup, direct sun exposure or sweating for 12 hours post treatment

Because the results of this treatment rely on kick-starting your body’s own collagen production, it can take between four to eight weeks before you start to fully see the benefits. A series of between two and five treatments is usually recommended to achieve maximum results.