Microneedling Facial: What Can It Actually Do for Your Skin?

When you hear the word facial, you might think of relaxation, glowing skin, and an hour of much-needed time for yourself.

 And there’s absolutely nothing wrong with that.

But a facial can also be an opportunity to work more intentionally on the appearance and condition of your skin.

That’s where a treatment-focused microneedling facial comes in.

What Is Microneedling?

Microneedling is a minimally invasive skin treatment that uses very fine needles to create controlled micro-injuries in the skin.

This may sound intimidating, but these tiny, controlled channels are created intentionally to stimulate the skin’s natural repair response.

As the skin heals, collagen and elastin production are stimulated, which can gradually improve the appearance of texture and overall skin quality.

Microneedling has been studied for a variety of concerns, including acne scarring, fine lines, and skin texture.

What Can Microneedling Help Improve?

Depending on your skin and individual treatment goals, microneedling may help improve the appearance of:

• Uneven skin texture

• Atrophic acne scars

• Fine lines

• Enlarged-looking pores

• Dull or tired-looking skin

• Uneven-looking skin tone

• Certain pigmentation concerns

It is important to understand that microneedling isn’t an overnight solution. The changes we’re encouraging occur gradually as your skin heals and remodels.

So What’s the Difference Between a Traditional Facial and Microneedling?

A traditional facial is generally focused on cleansing, exfoliation, hydration, nourishment, and relaxation. A microneedling facial takes a more treatment-oriented approach.

Rather than simply improving how your skin looks immediately after the appointment, microneedling is intended to stimulate processes within the skin that can contribute to longer-term improvement.

That doesn’t mean one is better than the other. It means they serve different purposes.

Sometimes, your skin simply needs a little pampering. Other times, you may be looking for something more targeted.

What About Acne Scars?

One of the most well-studied applications of microneedling is the improvement of atrophic acne scars.

These are scars that create depressions or uneven areas in the skin. Microneedling can stimulate collagen remodeling, which may gradually soften the appearance of certain types of textural scarring. However, not every scar is the same, and the degree of improvement varies from person to person.

What About Dark Spots?

Pigmentation is more complicated.

A dark spot left behind after a breakout isn’t necessarily the same thing as melasma or sun-related pigmentation. That’s why identifying the type of pigmentation you’re dealing with matters before choosing a treatment. For some clients, microneedling may be incorporated into a broader approach to improving uneven-looking skin tone.

Why Your Treatment Should Be Customized

Your skin isn’t identical to anyone else’s.

Your treatment should take into account your skin type, concerns, history, lifestyle, and goals.

At GLAMHER, our microneedling facial can be customized with professional skincare products selected according to your individual treatment needs, including Nue Conceal™ Regen or Bright when appropriate.

The goal isn’t to treat everyone the same way. It’s to treat your skin thoughtfully.

The Best Part of a Facial?

Maybe it’s the fact that you can have both.

You can enjoy the relaxing, restorative experience of a professional facial while also receiving a treatment designed to address specific skin concerns.

Because taking care of your skin doesn’t have to be either clinical or luxurious.

It can be both.

Is Microneedling Right for You?

If you’re considering microneedling but aren’t sure whether it’s appropriate for your skin or which concerns it may be able to address, a personalized consultation is the best place to start.

At GLAMHER, we can discuss your skin, your goals, and whether a customized microneedling facial is the right treatment for you.