Which conditions can be treated?

• Pore size, skin texture, fine lines, minor scaring, and crepe skin can be treated with a shallow needle depth (approximately 0.5mm).
• Fine lines and scaring may be treated with a medium needle depth (approximately 1.0 mm).
• Deep acne scarring, surgical and deeper scars, wrinkles, pore size and skin texture can be treated with the deepest needle depth (approximately 1.5mm to 2.0mm).

Am I a candidate?

Because it is minimally invasive and doesn’t cause significant wounding of skin, virtually anybody can safely undergo microneedling therapy. Even those with thin skin can undergo treatment since the depth of penetration can be finely controlled.

What are the benefits of microneedling?

Microneedling helps reduce the signs of aging, improve the appearance of acne scars, and rejuvenate aging skin.
• Minimally invasive procedure performed in-office with little recovery time
• Safe for all skin types, light to dark
• Effective on many body parts, including face, neck and décolletage

How do I prepare for the treatment?

Chemical peels, Retin-A, or other exfoliating creams must not be used prior to your visit. During your initial consultation, we will go over your skin care regimen and answer any questions you may have.

What happens during treatment?

Though treatment is relatively painless we typically start by applying a topical anesthetic cream twenty to thirty minutes before the procedure. This allows for a comfortable experience for most people. Generally, patients report feeling just the slight vibration of the device during the procedure. In one study of microneedling used to treat acne scars, the patients’ average pain rating was only 1.08 out of 10. The total treatment time depends on which part of your body we are treating. For the face, a typical appointment takes about an hour.

Is post-treatment care needed, and is there any downtime?

It is important to keep your skin hydrated after any treatment while the skin resurfaces with new growth. Moisturizers with anti-inflammatory ingredients following the treatment will soothe the area and calm any redness. Exfoliators and alcohol-based toners should not be used until your skin has healed. The total healing time depends on each individual. Most patients have some slight swelling and redness/pinkness (like a mild to moderate sunburn) for two to four days following the microneedling procedure. 

Can I wear make-up immediately following a procedure?

Patients typically can resume their normal makeup regimen two to three days following the microneedling procedure, depending on the area and depth of needle penetration.

How many procedures are recommended?

Three to four treatments are usually required for best results. For more severe scarring up to six treatments may be needed. The number of treatments can be determined based upon your individual goals and the overall health of your skin. As part of your anti-aging routine you may opt for one to two procedures a year to help maintain the rejuvenating effects.

Can this treatment be used as part of a combo therapy?

Yes, as with most of our skin treatments, microneedling can be combined with other restorative procedures to help achieve your overall goals. Often these combination treatments must be done separately since the micro-puncturing of the skin triggers the wound-healing process that must be given time complete.

How is SkinPen different from dermal needling rollers?

1. Adjustable needle depth: Dermal needling rollers are the first generation of needling devices. They have a fixed depth and can’t be adjusted to meet your varying skin needs. We can now address the specific needs of your crow’s feet, lower eyelids, forehead, upper lip, cheeks and neck with a single needle tip instead of multiple dermal needle rollers.
2. Safer: SkinPen is safer than dermal rollers due to its sterile, single-use surgical grade disposable needle tips.
3. Faster: SkinPen’s high-speed motor enables quick needle penetration. This provides a more comfortable and shorter treatment experience.
4. Better results: Safety and control features produce predictable and consistent results.

What’s the science?

There are three phases to the wound-repair process triggered by microneedling:
• Phase I: Inflammation. Piercing the skin triggers your immune system to disinfect the wounds, remove debris, increase blood flow and begin to create new tissue.
• Phase II: Proliferation. The wound is rebuilt with new granulation cells, which are part of the extracellular matrix. Additionally, a new network of blood vessels develops.
• Phase III: Remodeling. The wound is replaced with new dermal tissues and blood vessels.

In one study of sixty patients with acne scarring, three microneedling treatments resulted in a 31 percent improvement in skin texture, with no discoloration of the skin. Microneedling was effective for all skin types.

The key ingredient is SPONGE SPICULES which is a pure and natural biological extract. It is much more advanced than algae and seaweed and 100% natural without any chemicals or acid. Siliceous biological microneedle are extracted from freshwater sponge, is then broken down into a powder and combined with a naturally healing and hydrating liquid to form an exfoliating mask. It can stimulate the dermis of the skin and start skin surface microcirculation, improve the capillary stoma blocking phenomenon, accelerate the natural exfoliation of the aging cuticle. 

In just a few minutes, 3,000,000 microneedles are directly introduced to the dermis layer through a hand massage to promote skin metabolism and collagen regeneration.

The spongilla microneedles will be excreted from the body with the metabolism of the skin within 48-72 hours.

After the facial treatment, the skin will peel off naturally within 4 days, and new skin can be obtained in as little as 7 days.

 SQT Bio Microneedling Therapy aims to treat the following:

• Acne, acne scars

• Enlarge Pores

• Hyperpigmentation, Melasma & Uneven Skin Tone

• Anti-Aging Fine Lines & Wrinkles

• Dry & Oily Skin

• If you have a history of herpes outbreaks (cold sores) in the area of treatment, you should discuss this with Novo Skincare associate prior to booking appointment and take an anti-viral medication prior to treatment.

• If you are lactating, pregnant, consult your physician before receiving any treatment.

• Postpone procedure in case of active herpes (cold sore) outbreak or if you had or plan exposure to strong sunlight (such as tanning, sailing, skiing) or had IPL laser treatments within the past 3 weeks.

• Discontinue use of: retinoid (Retin-A, Renova, AHA’s BHA’s etc.), glycolic, salicylic acids at least 7 days prior to treatment.

• Avoid drinking Alcohol 1 day before treatment.

• Do Not Wear Make-Up on the day of treatment. It is ideal to allow the skin to stabilize and rest overnight.

• Postpone treatment if you had the following within the pass 48hrs: Waxing, Peels, Botox/Dysport, Dermal Fillers, Microneedling, Microblading, Laser Treatments, Hydrafacial, Microdermabrasion, Hydrodermabrasion. Please inform Novo Skincare representative of any treatments prior to booking any of our treatments.

• Not recommended for anyone with autoimmune disorders

• Thin cuticle and sensitive skin should be used with caution

• Cracked or injured skin, inflamed skin

• Fungal and bacterial skin infections, herpes and other viral infections

• Immune function disease, thyroid insufficiency disease

• Heart disease, cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disease, cancer patients, please use it under the guidance of a doctor.

• Treatment with a strong exfoliating acid within the past 3-4 weeks

• Wait 4 weeks if fractional laser, picosecond laser or Thermacool treatment

• Wait 4 weeks if you have been treated with Botox or hyaluronic acid fillers