Can I get microneedling with salicylic acid peel at the same time?

Microneedling creates fine open channels into the skin in order to stimulate collagen fibers. Immediately after microneedling the skin might be red and dry and need special care for the next 2-3 days. So it is not a good idea to combine microneedling with any chemical peel. I would do the chemical peel first and in a couple of weeks do the microneedling.

Yes! We here at Mittelman Plastic Surgery Center perform MicroNeedling with peels, and have had amazing results. We also perform Micro Needling with PRP( Platelet Rich Plasma) and RF (Radio Frequency) Giving our patients optimal results.

Thank you for your questionUnfortunately, you do not want to over stimulate the skin by receiving a a micro needling treatment and a chemical peel simultaneously. You can however, wait two weeks in between treatments.Best wishes

I would recommend spacing the chemical peels and microneedling treatment sessions apart. 2 weeks interval should be fine unless you are having particularly aggressive peels or microneedling treatments. Salicylic acid peels are a great treatment option for acne and post acne blemishes while microneedling is a great treatment for uneven skin texture, acne scars, and enlarged pores. 

I am going to assume that you are going to a practitioner for your skin procedures. No, I would not recommend that you have both of these procedures at the same time. Your skin type is more prone to post inflammatory hyperpigmentation and may be more sensitive, which is common in skin of color. These procedures should be done separately by a qualified practitioner. 

Firstly, NEVER go for a treatment for the sake of treatment, always come up with the best solutions. In this case, spacing things out will be prudent as BHA peels are indicated for acne, blackheads and congestion, whilst microneedling can be used for mild scarring. Read below for combination treatments that are safe.Microneedling has come a long way over the past few years and can help skin via several methods. Firstly it releases cytokines and growth factors in the epidermis and dermis- the top and bottom layers of your skin. This in turn remodels scars and the dermal layer of the skin. Additionally needles can break up scars themselves. This leads to new collagen formation, and in practice can provide limited skin rejuvenation.



Microneedling is both user dependent and method driven. Simple needles can be used, growth factors can be added after the procedure, including PRP, or controlled heating during the procedure. This controlled heating is delivered via RF, and is called RF microneedling. RF can then be delivered via insulated or insulated needles. Even the energy level, depths, density, pulse duration and so many other variables can be controlled. This together with the added benefits of growth factor infusion makes this one of the most complex procedures in procedural dermatology. I use everything from Dermapen, though to newer generation insulated and non-insulated devices including INFINI micro-needling radiofrequency, Intensif and others. Newer generation devices can provide an added advantage in some, but not all patients. In my practice, I combine microneedling with many different forms of energy devices, depending on the expectations of the patient. Tailored microneedling combination will always give the best results. 



Like most procedures, its 80% skill level of the specialist and 20% dependent on the brand of the energy device- microneedling system. All the best, Dr Davin Lim. Brisbane. Australia.