Microneedling AKA ‘Collagen Induction Therapy
Did you know? There are books from Ancient China that date back to 100 BC which reference microneedling and acupuncture. The original purpose of microneedling was to allow Qi (vital energy) to flow throughout the body by opening new channels.
what does microneedling treat?
Active acne and scarring
Melasma and discoloration
Hair loss & rejuvenation
Tightens skin and reduces sagging
Reduces fine lines & wrinkles
Brightens complexion
microneedling services
One of the biggest questions I get is, “how is microneedling with you different than microneedling with a Medical Aesthetician?” The answer is threefold.
Before starting treatment we do a thorough intake. This allows me to both treat the manifestation (skin condition) as well as the root cause! Each microneedling session will also include a tailored acupuncture treatment. We can also select points to boost energy, regulate nervous system, improve productivity etc.
I use Chinese Herbal Topicals in each treatment. Along with hyaluronic acid, all serums are medical-grade and hand selected to individually meet the needs of each client. You will be given the remaining serum from your treatment to take home and continue using for the 2 days post-treatment.
Many extended medical plans will cover Microneedling done by a Registered Acupuncturist. Be sure to check with your provider for more details.
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Consultation and assessment before the actual treatment. Our goal during this call is to explore which of these services would be the best fit for you. I will call you at the time of the scheduled appointment. Please ensure your phone number on JaneApp is up to date.
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This minimally invasive cosmetic procedure uses tiny, sterilized needles on the face to create precise micro-injuries, stimulating the production of both collagen and elastin.
Microneedling effectively treats
acne and scarring
melasma and sun spots
wrinkles, fine lines and large pores
smooths scars & stretch marks, improving overall toning and lifting of skin
TCM facial serums are curated to each specific individual and applied during treatment alongside hyaluronic acid. This treatment also includes acupuncture to target the root cause and support your body’s healing process. This treatment may be claimed by extended medical.
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This minimally invasive cosmetic procedure uses tiny, sterilized needles on the face to create precise micro-injuries, stimulating the production of both collagen and elastin.
Microneedling effectively treatsacne and scarring
melasma and sun spots
wrinkles, fine lines and large pores
smooths scars & stretch marks, improving overall toning and lifting of skin
TCM facial serums are curated to each specific individual and applied during treatment alongside hyaluronic acid. This treatment also includes acupuncture to target the root cause and support your body’s healing process. This treatment may be claimed by extended medical.
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This minimally invasive cosmetic procedure uses tiny, sterilized needles on the face to create precise micro-injuries, stimulating the production of both collagen and elastin.
Microneedling effectively treats
acne and scarring
melasma and sun spots
wrinkles, fine lines and large pores
smooths scars & stretch marks, improving overall toning and lifting of skin
TCM facial serums are curated to each specific individual and applied during treatment alongside hyaluronic acid. This treatment also includes acupuncture to target the root cause and support your body’s healing process. This treatment may be claimed by extended medical.
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Microneedling for hair loss and hair rejuvenation works by stimulating and reactivating hair follicles, supporting new hair growth. Chinese herbal extract also designed to target hair re-growth is applied during each treatment.
With myself (Registered Acupuncturist), this treatment also includes targeted acupuncture, treating the root cause while simultaneously supporting your body’s natural healing process. This treatment may be claimed by extended medical.
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This minimally invasive cosmetic procedure uses tiny, sterilized needles on the face to create precise micro-injuries, stimulating the production of both collagen and elastin. Microneedling effectively treats
acne and scarring
melasma and sun spots
wrinkles, fine lines and large pores
smooths scars & stretch marks, improving overall toning and lifting of skin
TCM facial serums are curated to each specific individual and applied during treatment alongside hyaluronic acid. This treatment also includes acupuncture to target the root cause and support your body’s healing process. This treatment may be claimed by extended medical.
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This minimally invasive cosmetic procedure uses tiny, sterilized needles on the face to create precise micro-injuries, stimulating the production of both collagen and elastin. Microneedling effectively treats
acne and scarring
melasma and sun spots
wrinkles, fine lines and large pores
smooths scars & stretch marks, improving overall toning and lifting of skin
TCM facial serums are curated to each specific individual and applied during treatment alongside hyaluronic acid. This treatment also includes acupuncture to target the root cause and support your body’s healing process. This treatment may be claimed by extended medical.
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This minimally invasive cosmetic procedure uses tiny, sterilized needles on the face to create precise micro-injuries, stimulating the production of both collagen and elastin. Microneedling effectively treats
acne and scarring
melasma and sun spots
wrinkles, fine lines and large pores
smooths scars & stretch marks, improving overall toning and lifting of skin
TCM facial serums are curated to each specific individual and applied during treatment alongside hyaluronic acid. This treatment also includes acupuncture to target the root cause and support your body’s healing process. This treatment may be claimed by extended medical.
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Microneedling for hair loss and hair rejuvenation works by stimulating and reactivating hair follicles, supporting new hair growth. Chinese herbal extract also designed to target hair re-growth is applied during each treatment.
With myself (Registered Acupuncturist), this treatment also includes targeted acupuncture, treating the root cause while simultaneously supporting your body’s natural healing process. This treatment may be claimed by extended medical.
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the before
To prepare your face for mironeedling, we will first use micellar wipes to remove any excess make-up and residue. It is also at this time that we offer a numbing cream should you want it.
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the during
Individualized TCM herbal serums are applied, and followed by a microneedling device gently rolling over the area, creating controlled micro-injuries that stimulate collagen production.
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the after
It is very common to experience redness post treatment. To reduce redness and alleviate discomfort, we apply a cold aloe vera mask to the face and leave on for 15 minutes.
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the aftercare
It’s important to remember that microneedling is creating little micro-punctures in the skin. Thus staying out of the sun and only applying the serum you’re sent home with is advised.
Acne
Client concern: Active Acne & Scarring. Click the photo to view the case study.
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“Very good results have been obtained after microneedling of flourishing acne. Acne is triggered by androgens that stimulate increased proliferation of keratinocytes that block the ducts of sebaceous glands. After one or two treatments the hyper proliferation of keratinocytes may be down-regulated. Thus it can only be speculated that MMPs, induced by microneedles, somehow balance or equilibrate cell proliferation.”
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Three treatments of facial acne each separated by three months
SCARRING
Client concern: Acne Scarring. Click the photo to view the case study.
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Conclusion: Microneedling is an underused treatment option that can serve as a cheap alternative to fractional laser resurfacing in multiple indications. Therapeutic applications of this modality are becoming diverse and are going to increase over the years to come.
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Four sessions of microneedling
hair loss
Client Concern: Androgenetic Alopecia. Click the photo to view the case study.
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Discussion: “The results of this study show that Microneedling is a safe and a promising tool in hair stimulation both for male and female AGA and also is useful to treat hair loss refractory to Minoxidil therapy. We opine that Microneedling procedure should be offered to patients with AGA along with the existing therapeutic modalities for faster hair re-growth and better patient compliance.”
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Weekly microneedling sessions for 12 weeks
**Please note that these case studies are not studies I’ve carried out myself, and all links to studies can be accessed by clicking on the photo itself.**
MICRONEEDLING FAQ’s
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Microneedling is a minimally invasive, safe and natural way to improve the skins production of collagen and elastin. By causing ‘micro-traumas’, the skin responds by producing cell growth in targeted areas, thus helping to reduce fine lines, wrinkles, scarring and by promoting hair growth. It is typical to experience microneedling on the face, neck, head and décolletage.
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The answer is threefold.
Before starting treatment we do a thorough intake. This allows me to both treat the manifestation (skin condition) as well as the root cause! Each microneedling session will also include a tailored acupuncture treatment. We can also select points to boost energy, regulate nervous system, improve productivity etc.
One of the things that makes microneedling with myself unique are Chinese Herbal Topicals that I use in each treatment. Along with hyaluronic acid, all serums are medical-grade and hand selected to individually meet the needs of each client. You will be given the remaining serum from your treatment to take home and continue using for the 2 days post-treatment.
Many extended medical plans will cover Microneedling done by a Registered Acupuncturist. Be sure to check with your provider for more details.
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It is quite common to experience redness a few hours following your microneedling session. It’s important to allow your skin the time it needs to heal, void of direct sunlight for approximately 24 hours. It’s also recommended that you eliminate chemical topicals (including most facial moisturizers, toners etc). You are welcome to return to your normal skin care routine 2 days after.
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Microneedling can be done a maximum of once every month or four weeks, as this is the time it takes for the skin to properly heal and regenerate from the previous session.
I do however recommend that clients come in 1-3 times in between microneedling sessions for nano-needling (doesn’t create punctures in the skin, but is more like a facial massage with added benefits). -
Yes! One of the things that makes microneedling with myself unique is the TCM Herbal Topicals that I use in each treatment.
Along with hyaluronic acid, all serums are medical-grade and hand selected to individually meet the needs of each client. You will be given the remaining serum from your treatment to take home and continue using for the 2 days post-treatment.
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Many extended medical plans will cover Microneedling done by a Registered Acupuncturist. Be sure to check with your provider for more details.