Most clients describe the experience as a gentle vibration or pressure—thanks to topical numbing cream, discomfort is minimal. Any redness or warmth typically subsides within 24 to 72 hours.
You'll often notice a fresh “glow” within a week, with collagen-building improvements in texture, tone, and firmness continuing over 4–8 weeks. Best results usually come from a series of continuous treatments spaced about 4–6 weeks apart.
Most people return to daily activities immediately. Expect mild redness and slight swelling for 1–3 days. Makeup can usually be worn after 24 hours; full recovery and skin normalization take about a week.
Microneedling stimulates collagen and elastin to smooth fine lines, refine texture, shrink enlarged pores, fade pigmentation, and diminish acne scars and stretch marks—offering a multi-benefit boost across many skin goals.