What is Microneedling?
Microneedling, also called collagen induction therapy, uses an array of ultra-fine needles to create controlled micro-injuries in the skin, triggering a natural healing cascade that builds new collagen and elastin. At Skinology Laser, microneedling is offered both as a standalone collagen induction treatment and with the addition of exosomes for enhanced hair loss treatment (Microneedling with Exosomes). It is used for acne scars, enlarged pores, uneven skin texture, fine lines, melasma support, and, when combined with exosomes or growth factor serum, hair loss and thinning.
Treats These Concerns
How It Works
A medical-grade microneedling device is passed systematically across the treatment area, creating thousands of precise micro-channels in the skin at a calibrated depth. These micro-injuries trigger your skin’s wound-healing response: a cascade of growth factors, cytokines, and collagen precursors that stimulate new structural tissue formation in the treated area. Performed professionally at medical-grade depth, the response is significantly more robust than what home dermaroller devices achieve. For hair loss treatment, growth factor or exosome serums are applied immediately post-needling for enhanced follicle penetration and stimulation.
Benefits
- Improved acne scar texture with reduced depth and visibility over a series
- Visibly smaller-looking pores and a more refined skin surface
- Stimulated collagen for improved firmness and reduced fine lines
- Enhanced follicle activity when combined with exosomes for scalp treatment
- Safe across all Fitzpatrick skin types, including deeper skin tones
- No laser energy involved — appropriate for patients who are not laser candidates
Who Is a Good Candidate?
Microneedling suits patients with acne scars, enlarged pores, uneven texture, or hair thinning who prefer a non-laser approach, or who have skin tones that limit laser options. It is not appropriate for active skin infections, keloid scarring, or certain blood-thinning medications without medical clearance.
Results — What to Expect
Patients typically see progressive improvement over a treatment series, with meaningful results appearing 4–6 weeks per session as collagen matures. A series of 3–6 sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart is recommended for optimal scar and pore improvement. Hair loss treatment results are typically visible at 3–6 months of consistent treatment.