Microneedling (also known as Collagen Induction Therapy, dermal needling, and skin needling) stimulates your own body to produce more collagen and elastin. It is a highly effective treatment for skin rejuvenation, smoothing out lines, pores and scars while improving skin texture.
Enhanced Microneedling sometimes combines treatment with presciprtion medications into the skin to boost its effect. Newer microneedling techniques have also demonstrated an ability to repigment white scars and other causes of lost pigment.
What does microneedling do?
Microneedling utilises small, sterile needles to stimulate the body’s regenerative mechanisms. This enhances the production of new collagen and elastin which are crucial elements for skin health and repair.
By inducing fresh and vibrant cells, the skin has the potential to disperse pigment clusters while limiting discolouration. It can smooth out lines, wrinkles, scars, and stretch marks. Ultimately, it promotes a more uniform and even tone across the skin.

What are the benefits of microneedling?

This treatment is a safe, minimally invasive procedure with relatively minor risks. It stimulates the body’s own healing processes and doesn’t need the use of medication for it to work.
The procedure has been proven to help improve the appearance and texture of the skin. It can also minimise scars, lines, and stretch marks. The procedure carries a much lower risk of causing skin discolouration than energy-based procedures (lasers, light, heat) in those with darker skin tones.
Minimise lines and wrinkles
The production of collagen and elastin declines with age, which is a factor in the development of lines and wrinkles. This treatment is a proactive way to boost collagen and elastin. This firms, tightens, and tones the skin, encouraging a more youthful glow.
Scar reduction, stretch marks, and smoother texture
Whether from acne or accidents, treatment can effectively reduce scars by helping to break up scar tissue. It also stimulates collagen production and scar remodelling, which improves elasticity, texture, and appearance.
Rejuvenation
The stimulation of new collagen and elastin production helps the skin regain its vitality.
Skin discolouration
Melanin production can become unbalanced for several reasons, including sun exposure, scars, and trauma. Skin needling can help break up excess pigment and encourage the generation of new, clear skin cells.
Microneedling with the SkinPen®
At Anue, we take pride in utilising the SkinPen® device for dermal needling. The SkinPen is the only microneedling device approved by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration).
Clinically proven, this technology effectively diminishes wrinkles and addresses the challenging issue of acne scarring.
Enhanced Microneedling
Microneedling is sometimes combined with medications and remodelling agents into the skin. Studies have demonstrated that prescription-only medications are superior to alternatives.1Pawar M, Singh M. Microneedling with autologous platelet-rich plasma versus microneedling with topical insulin in the treatment of postacne atrophic scars: A simultaneous split-face comparative study. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2021;84(3):810-811. doi:10.1016/j.jaad.2020.05.152
By combining innovation with medical expertise, our approach ensures not only safety and reliability but also the delivery of visible and lasting results that meet the highest standards of skin care.

What to expect

Your first appointment will be a consultation with an experienced cosmetic nurse. They will review your skin concerns and treatment goals. This will allow the co-creation of your treatment plan to ensure that it is tailored to your needs.
Before the treatment, a local anaesthetic cream is applied to make the procedure more comfortable. The skin needling treatment takes approximately 30 minutes. About 2-3 treatments are required monthly to achieve optimal results.
Sterilised needles will be attached to the SkinPen and the practitioner will move the device over the skin surface. The recovery time depends on each individual, however, most patients can get back to their regular daily activities after the procedure. Note that exercise and exposure to sunlight are not recommended for at least 3 days post-treatment.
Following the treatment, you may experience some mild discomfort, swelling, and redness. After a few days, people can expect some crusting or scabbing of the skin as well as some short-term tightness, dryness, itchiness, and slight irritation. Eventually, there may be some skin peeling and darkening of the skin, followed by lightening.
Microneedling with Anue
We believe our clients deserve access to expert administration of quality microneedling treatments. That is why we offer our services by our trusted team, supervised by renowned specialist dermatologist, Dr. David Lim.
By using refined techniques, qualified professionals, and high-quality products, we aim to make you look and feel your best. Our microneedling treatments are safe and effective at helping you achieve your goals.
