I have been curious about using micro needling for regular skin maintenance, but wonder if it may be overkill because I do not possess an orange peel complexion. I am 56. I am experiencing some skin laxity (slight jowling), fine lines, and some pores becoming more obvious in size, but I do not have a bad complexion. I use Retin-A at night with a moisturizer with AHA in it. During the day, I use a moisturizer with a sunscreen. Thank you for your attention to my question! :-)
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Hello, and thank you for your question! Generally speaking, there are two things that will determine the efficacy and cost of a microneedling session -
(1) the depth of the needles, and
(2) any other substance that is applied to the skin after the needling portion of the...
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Hi @jenniferlady! Microneedling is a great treatment for enlarged pores, collagen induction, acne scars, and overall skin health. I recommend 3-6 sessions for optimal results. Best of luck, Dr. Nima!