Is micro needling with hyaluronic acid as effective as micro needling with PRP?

When I do microneedling in my practice we combine with both hyaluronic acid gel, PRP and vitamin C serum for complexion and hydration. I suggest you see a well trained cosmetic physician.  Best, Dr. Emer.

While hyaluronic acid will help hydrate and plump the skin, it is not comparable to PRP, which contains growth factors to help further stimulate collagen production and reduced downtime. Any microneedling treatment will help to improve the concerns you listed, but we see better results when combined with PRP as hyaluronic acid needs to be injected in the dermis to provide results.

Hello Dchapman,Thanks for your question.The microtrauma created by microneedling results in enhance collagen formation.  Hyaluronic acid only plumps the skin.  This is temporary.  PRP is filled with growth factors that direct more collagen creation over time.I perform the microneedling in my practice because I like the time with patients.  The patients who have had PRP have all been extremely happy with their skin.  The hyaluronic acid patients less so.I will invariably use PRP in all patients except those with small areas to be treated.I hope this helps.Dr. Shah

Microneedling is known as Collagen Induction Therapy. On its own it stimulates new collagen and elastin in the skin. It is a great option for everything from acne scarring and skin texture to general skin maintenance. When hyaluronic acid is used it can provide hydrating and plumping benefits. Adding PRP means that you are applying growth factors that are found naturally in the body giving you a stronger anti aging and healing response as well as increasing efficacy. You can see results with either technique. 

Hi there, and thanks for your question. Microneedling on its own can create impressive results in treating scars and fine lines on its own, but works even better as part of a two-fold combination with hyaluronic acid moisturizers or PRP therapy. Both options are beneficial and will provide immediately noticeable effects, although PRP can have longer-lasting results
PRP is derived from your own blood, making it a healthy and natural skincare treatment. PRP is rich in growth factors and will also encourage higher collagen and elastin production, alongside the benefits from microneedling. Whichever option you choose, your skin is sure to noticeably improve. If you have further questions regarding microneedling, schedule a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon to learn more. Best of luck!

Excellent question! The results of microneedlinghappen when the tiny punctures trigger the formation of new collagen in theskin. Hyaluronic acid serum can be used during and after microneedling.However, it will only plump up the skin, which is only temporary. On the otherhand, PRP or Platelet-Rich Plasma works better since it contains growth factorsthat stimulate more collagen production through time.
That said, each case would be different and mayrequire the use of one over the other. There are even times when hyaluronicacid and PRP are used together with Vitamin C. I would suggest going to a boardcertified medical professional who will evaluate your case and advise the bestoption for you. Make sure your doctor is experienced, as your doctor’s skills will also play a huge role in achieving theresults that you want as well as avoiding undesired after effects.

Thank you for your question.I routinely add topical C concentrate and hyaluronic acid with my microneedling technique. I use PRP on an individual basis or on a case by case basis.BestDr Karamanoukian

The act of microneedling alone is stimulating collagen and
elastin, so you will likely see results regardless of what solution is applied
topically post-treatment. With that being said, to address your specific
concerns, as well as get the most out of your treatments, it will be in your
best interest to opt for PRP. That is not to say microneedling with hyaluronic acid
is without its benefits, however the components and capabilities of PRP far
exceed that of hyaluronic acid.As you may already
know, PRP refers to the plasma derived from one’s own blood, which is rich in
nutrients and growth factors. PRP has been utilized medically for decades now,
aiding in joint, tendon, and tissue repair, and in recent years, has proven beneficial for cosmetic reasons as well. In my
practice, I utilize PRP for a number of concerns, not only using it topically,
but also injecting it directly into the skin.Keep in mind that multiple microneedling treatments will be
needed for the best results, and remember to always seek out a board certified
Dermatologist in regards to matters of the skin. Best of luck!

Hi DCJR777, Microneedling with hyaluronic acid has not been as extensively studied as microneedling with PRP. The hyaluronic acid would help and would have more immediately visible results but it is PRP that releases growth factors that promote neovascularization and collagen synthesis. All the best, Justin Harper, M.D.

Thank you for your question. You’re looking to improve acne scars and overall skin tone and texture, and you’d like to know if micro-needling with PRP is equal to micro-needling with hyaluronic acid.To give you a bit of information about myself — I’m a Board-certified cosmetic surgeon and Fellowship-trained oculofacial plastic and reconstructive surgeon, practicing in Manhattan and Long Island for over 20 years. I have quite a significant amount of experience with micro-needling, platelet-rich plasma, and hyaluronic acid fillers. I’m also a member of Vampire Facelift® Network of physicians and have been featured in the media as an information resource for PRP and the Vampire Facial® treatment.When asking these types of questions about procedures, it’s important to first go back and identify the core skin issue that needs to be addressed. Acne scars, for example, is a concern that can be treated in different ways with a combination of treatments. To understand acne scarring, you need to think about the inflammation that resulted in acne cysts, which ultimately healed, leaving behind scar tissue, indentations and depressions.Often, acne scars are treated externally by means of a laser or micro-needling. The concept of micro-needling is that you’re creating multiple little openings on the surface of the skin, over which the platelet-rich plasma or hyaluronic acid is applied. You’re asking whether platelet-rich plasma or hyaluronic acid is better when it comes to micro-needling, and in my experience, particularly when dealing with wider or deeper acne scars, PRP is better as far as the perspective of surface application goes. The concentrated wound-healing material in platelet-rich plasma may stimulate more of a collagen response or a healthy skin healing response if you’re applying it from the top in comparison to hyaluronic acid. In my practice, however, we approach acne scar treatment from the inside, rather than the outside. We first do subcision, which is a procedure that releases the scars underneath the skin. We then inject the skin with platelet-rich plasma combined with a hyaluronic acid filler, such as Juvederm or Restylane, to improve volume and stimulate tissue growth in the deeper levels of the skin. This type of approach of rehabilitating acne-scarred skin using platelet-rich plasma in injection form rather in micro-needling form is one that I feel works very well. Other times, I’ll do a combination treatment wherein I’ll do the injection and then perform a HydraFacial®, which is a type of microdermabrasion treatment that makes use of an infusion of glycolic acid and water. This way, the superficial layers of skin are improved without having to make so many penetrating openings in the skin with micro-needling. Micro-needling is a good treatment, but it is one that needs to be used carefully and strategically.Most importantly, keep in mind that acne scar treatment is not a one-time treatment. It involves a long-term, overall treatment plan that allows you to strategize so that you get the most value out of every procedure you have. I hope that was helpful and I wish you the best of luck!