Will microneedling possibly make my neck laxity look worse? (Photo)

Microneedling is great for improving skin texture and stimulating collagen, but when it comes to neck laxity and platysmal bands, it has its limitations. If your main concern is loose skin or visible bands, microneedling alone probably won’t give you the results you’re looking for.
If skin texture is your primary concern, microneedling can definitely help. But if you’re hoping for tightening, I’d recommend RF microneedling (like Sylfirm X or Morpheus8) and may be followed with Radiesse treatment. Also, If the platysmal bands bother you, a little Botox or Daxxify in the neck can help relax them as well.

Microneedling is a great option to help get minimize the neck lines, it will not make it worse or make it sag more!
Another option to help with your neck bands can be Botox, when injected it will help relax the muscle that is pulling down on your chin/jawline.

Hello! My name is Jessica, I am a physician assistant, and one of the providers at Aesthetic Skin in Winnetka and Chicago. This is a great question. If you’re considering microneedling for both your neck and face, it's important to weigh the potential benefits and concerns. Microneedling can improve skin texture and promote collagen production, which may help with overall laxity and the appearance of platysmal bands. However, there’s a possibility that microneedling could initially cause some swelling or irritation, which might make the bands appear more pronounced temporarily. On the other hand, CO2 laser resurfacing is another option that could be more effective for addressing skin laxity and improving the appearance of platysmal bands. This treatment works by delivering precise laser energy to the skin, promoting deeper collagen remodeling and tightening the skin over time. CO2 laser resurfacing can yield more significant results for tightening and smoothing the neck area, although it does involve a longer recovery period. I hope this helps and best of luck!