Microneedling

Microneedling is a skin rejuvenation treatment that uses fine needles to create tiny, controlled micro-injuries in the skin. This stimulates the body’s natural healing process and triggers new collagen and elastin production. Radiofrequency (RF) Microneedling combines traditional microneedling with radiofrequency energy delivered through the needles, creating heat in the deeper skin layers. This enhances collagen tightening and skin firming beyond what microneedling alone can achieve. Unlike some resurfacing lasers, RF microneedling is generally safe for patients with skin of colour, making it a versatile option across all skin types.

How It Works

  1. Consultation – Your Dermatologist determines which approach is best: microneedling alone or RF microneedling

  2. Preparation – A numbing cream is applied to maximise comfort

  3. Treatment – Microneedling: Tiny needles create micro-channels in the skin. RF Microneedling: Needles also deliver heat into deeper layers, stimulating collagen tightening

  4. Healing – Redness and mild swelling for 1–3 days, with little to no downtime

  5. Results – Skin continues to remodel and improve over weeks to months

Indications

  • Acne Scarring – Smooths pitted and uneven skin; improves old and new scars

  • Wrinkles & Fine Lines – Reduces facial lines by stimulating collagen; RF microneedling especially effective for skin tightening

  • Enlarged Pores – Refines texture and minimises pore size

  • Skin Laxity & Sagging – RF microneedling tightens loose skin, especially jawline, cheeks, and neck

  • Pigmentation & Sun Damage – Improves uneven tone and texture

  • Stretch Marks – Stimulates repair of stretch-marked skin

  • Overall Skin Rejuvenation – Fresher, smoother, firmer skin

What to Expect

  • Downtime – Minimal (usually 1–3 days of redness)

  • Sessions – Most patients need 3–5 sessions for best results

  • Comfort – Numbing cream keeps treatment tolerable; RF feels like a warm prickling

  • Gradual Results – Improvements appear progressively as collagen builds

Frequently Asked Questions

  • RF microneedling provides stronger skin tightening, while microneedling alone is excellent for scarring and texture. Your Dermatologist will recommend the best option.

  • A numbing cream is applied. Most patients tolerate both treatments very well.

  • Some improvements are visible after the first session, with best results after a course of treatments as collagen builds.

  • Yes. RF microneedling is generally safe for patients with skin of colour, unlike some laser treatments which carry higher pigmentation risks.

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