Microneedling in Liverpool
Revitalize your skin with our advanced microneedling treatment—designed to boost collagen, improve texture, and restore a youthful glow with minimal downtime.
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Revitalize your skin with our advanced microneedling treatment—designed to boost collagen, improve texture, and restore a youthful glow with minimal downtime.
If you want to know more about our microneedling procedure, book an appointment below.
Microneedling, or using a Dermapen involves injecting very fine sterile needles into the skin to create tiny punctures, known as micro-injuries. These micro-injuries encourage a healing process, causing collagen and elastin to develop. Together, they form a new layer of skin that is stronger, smoother and renewed, without lines, wrinkles and scars.
A person’s appearance depends on elements such as:
Dermapen / Microneedling can help with various skin conditions, including:
These skin conditions can also cause additional trouble:
As a consequence, you may seek to reduce or remove these problems through the Dermapen / Microneedling. It is suitable for all skin types and skin tones.
All our treatments start with initial consultation with one of our expert doctors who will assess your skin health and specific concerns. The doctor will then advise if microneedling is the best procedure to go with or if there is any other treatment that may suit you better.
The doctor will brief you everything about the procedure including, the treatment process, downtime and aftercare.
Like all our facial treatments, your face will be thoroughly cleaned to get rid of any oil, dirt or makeup.
The doctor will then give a local anaesthesia or just a numbing cream to minimize any discomfort.
The procedure will start with a dermapen going over your face using its tiny sterile needles. The depth at which the needles go in the surface depends on the part and skin concern.
It can be administered in 3 sessions over 18 weeks, or you may have a course of 3 in 1 sitting.
The procedure takes about 35-40 minutes and the patient can return home the same day.
Builds up collagen and skin elasticity: Microneedling helps in skin cells reconstruction that boost up the collagen and enhances skin flexibility for a more youthful skin.
Improves fine lines and wrinkles: As collagen builds up, microneedling will help in smoothening the skin texture and fade any fine lines. It works different from Botox, which helps in relaxing the facial muscles, microneedling helps in repairing the internal skin structure making it a perfect choice for long-term anti-ageing effect.
Reduces acnes and scars: Microneedling helps in breaking down the scarred cells and generate new skin cells. This helps in reducing acne scars or any stretch marks.
Minimizing pores: Improved skin elasticity helps in reducing pores that gives your skin a smoother texture.
Reducing hyperpigmentation: Faster cells generation helps in reducing hyperpigmentation, dark spots or any other sun damage.
Below are some of the do’s and don’ts after the treatment (consult our doctor for specific advise):
keep your skin hydrated: Using gentle serum (hyaluronic acid) and having ample of water can help keep your skin hydrated and fasten healing.
Use gentle moisturizer: Consult our doctors and they will recommend you safe and gentle moisturisers to use during the healing process.
Wear sunscreen: It is advised to wear a minimum SPF 30+ sunscreen. Consult the doctor to know if your regular skin products need any alternatives during healing.
Eat healthy food: Eating food rich on vitamin C can help keep your skin hydrated and feel fresher. Avoid food that can cause allergic reactions.
Do not wear makeup for 24-48 hours after the procedure.
Avoid picking any skin n your face as it might cause infection.
Avoid using any active skincare products. Stick to basic moisturiser and sunscreen.
Try to not go out in sun as the it cause sun damage and hyperpigmentation.
Skip swimming for 3-4 days as chlorinated water can cause bacterial reaction on skin.
Skip intense workout and extreme hot showers to prevent any skin allergies.
The skin may look a little red and flushed for the first 24-48 hours after the procedure. You may also experience mild itching after it. It can feel similar to a mild sunburn.
It is common to feel mild swelling especially around sensitive areas, like, eyes.
The skin may feel a bit dry and stretchy as it heals. You may also notice some peeling for 2-4 days after the treatment.
It is possible to notice minor bruising especially around thinner skin, like, eyes.
Dr. Costantino Davide is a highly experienced plastic, reconstructive, and cosmetic surgeon specializing in procedures such as breast augmentation, facelifts, tummy tucks, and blepharoplasty.
Among his expertise, he also performs Botox (Botulinum Toxin) treatments and dermo-aesthetic procedures to help patients achieve a more youthful and refreshed appearance. With an empathetic and patient-focused approach, Dr. Davide ensures that every treatment plan is tailored to individual needs.
Trained in medicine and surgery at the University of Bologna, Dr. Davide has an extensive background in both public and private healthcare, having worked in Italy, Dubai, Albania, and Togo.
