How Does Microneedling Work?
Understanding the Process.
At Curated Medical, a trained provider uses a precision micropen to create controlled microchannels in the skin. This stimulates the body’s natural healing response and supports collagen and elastin production, helping improve skin tone, texture, fine lines, wrinkles, pores, and the appearance of scars.
For the best results, you’ll start with a series of 3 to 6 sessions spaced about a month apart. This allows your skin time to heal and build new collagen between treatments. Once you’ve achieved your desired results, you can maintain your fresh, glowing complexion with 2 to 4 sessions per year.
Your treatment may also be paired with hyaluronic acid, platelet-rich fibrin (PRF), or peptide serums when appropriate. Your provider will recommend the best options based on your skin, concerns, and desired results.
What Are the Benefits of Microneedling?
The Positive Results.
Microneedling can improve several common skin concerns at once, including signs of aging, uneven texture, enlarged pores, pigmentation, and scars. By supporting collagen and elastin production, it helps skin look smoother, firmer, and more even-toned over time.
Potential benefits include:
- Smoother skin texture
- Reduced appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
- Improved skin tone and elasticity
- Minimized appearance of enlarged pores
- Improved appearance of acne scars, stretch marks, and other scars
- Gradual, natural-looking skin rejuvenation
- Minimal downtime compared with more aggressive resurfacing treatments
At our med spa, each treatment is tailored to your skin concerns and goals. Depending on your needs, your provider may recommend hyaluronic acid, platelet-rich fibrin (PRF), or peptide serums as part of your treatment plan.
What to Expect
Understanding the Procedure.
When you book an appointment at our Scottsdale med spa, your microneedling session typically lasts about an hour, including skin preparation and topical numbing cream for comfort. During treatment, a precision micropen creates controlled microchannels in the skin based on your treatment area and goals.
After the procedure, your skin may look red and feel warm or dry, similar to a mild sunburn. Redness typically improves within 48 hours, while dryness or flaking may last several days and, for some patients, up to 5–7 days. Avoid makeup and strenuous exercise for the first 48 hours, and follow the post-treatment skincare instructions provided by your provider.
Results and Recovery
Microneedling results develop gradually as your skin heals and produces new collagen and elastin. You may notice improvements in the weeks following treatment, with continued refinement over time. Depending on your concerns and goals, a series of treatments may be recommended.
