What are the chances of microneedling causing hyperpigmentation?

In our office we have post procedure kits that we offer our patients. That includes a growth factor, post procedural facial cleanser, post procedural moisturizer and an SPF. This should be your protocol for at least a week, or until you feel that your skin has gone back to a normal state.

Generally speaking microneedling is not recommended within two weeks after sun exposure.  Microneedling involves delivering radiofrequency heat to the dermis, meaning the deeper layer of the skin.  This RF heat bypasses the epidermis, the outer most layer of the...

There are many ways to microneedle safely.  If the needles are small and the hand of the expert is steady then devices that reach into the dermis for scarring and lines, or epidermis for pigment, and used correctly, will heal well.  As long as the chemical used for...

Hi there,I think the face, neck, decollete and hands excellent areas to treat!  An added boost can be obtained with PRP.Good luck!In good health,Ellen Mahony, MD

Google the word Koebner. This means psoriasis can appear in areas of trauma, including micro needling. However, if you are seeing a dermatologist, even if psoriasis does appear, we would know how to manage. As with Dr Emer, I only perform micro needling with PRP. All the best, Dr Davin S. Lim....

Micro-needling motorized devices are basically the same.  Variables include the number of needles per head piece, the depth of needling and the speed setting.  Adding platelet rich plasma to the skin prior to the procedure should improve results.  Several sessions (usually more than two) are re...