Body by Leverett is proud to announce that we’ve upgraded our popular microneedling treatment to incorporate the SkinPen microneedling device. Whether you’re new to microneedling or you’ve received these treatments in the past, it’s important to understand the unique benefits that SkinPen offers over traditional microneedling devices. Below, we’ll explore why this is such an exciting upgrade for patients seeking microneedling treatments in Phoenix, Arizona!
Traditional Microneedling Explained
Microneedling is performed using a roller device that is covered in tiny needles. As the device is rolled across the skin, the needles create micro injuries in the skin’s surface. These injuries are so small that they do not create any long-term skin damage, and instead, trigger a healing response in the body. This healing response causes the body to ramp up collagen production in the skin. This collagen is used to repair the micro injuries, with excess collagen remaining to strengthen and restore the skin. Microneedling enhances skin tone and texture and can be used to address a variety of cosmetic concerns.
SkinPen Microneedling Explained
As the name suggests, the SkinPen device is shaped like a pen! This provides a few benefits over the roller device traditionally used for microneedling. For starters, the roller device may penetrate the skin at an angle, which results in uneven penetration across the skin’s surface. Not only will this produce inconsistent results across the treatment area, but it may also cause additional bleeding or pain than would otherwise be involved. Additionally, the shape of the device makes it difficult to use on small or curved areas. The SkinPen is small and precise, so it can easily be maneuvered and administered across the skin’s surface. It can easily be used for small areas, curved areas or to target particular areas of the skin. Furthermore, the microneedling technique is delivered from directly above the skin instead of the rolling method of traditional microneedling. This ensures that the needles reach a depth that provides optimal treatment benefits.
Traditional Microneedling vs. SkinPen Microneedling Results
Considering the key differences in treatment, SkinPen consistently provides superior results than traditional microneedling. The SkinPen device reaches deeper into the skin’s surface, which produces greater skin rejuvenation benefits. It also results in less bleeding and pain, which typically means patients enjoy a quicker and more comfortable recovery period.
For these reasons, we are excited to offer SkinPen microneedling to patients in and around Phoenix, AZ. Contact us today to schedule your consultation at Body by Leverett!