All of your burning questions answered…
Hello beautiful soul,
I’m so excited about this news that I am going to get right to it. We have a brand new treatment designed to deliver the best results functional skin care therapy has to offer.
MicroNeedling / AKA Collagen Induction Therapy / AKA Skin Doping
Unlike lasers, cryotherapy or deep chemical peels, microneedling is a safe and effective way to rejuvenate your skin and restore natural, healthy, youthful collagen production for months to come.
What exactly is microneedling / collagen induction therapy / skin doping?
Microneedling involves the use of very fine needles that create tiny punctures in the top layer of your skin. This causes your body to begin stimulating new collagen and elastin, both of which are key elements in reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Microneedling releases connective tissue associated with scars so you can expect to see improvements in your overall skin texture as well.
As with most everything in life, not all microneedling devices are created equal. We utilize SkinPen, the first FDA-cleared microneedling device, made in the USA and rigorously tested for safety. We use single use treatment tips for hospital-grade sanitation.
What are the benefits / why do you recommend it?
Dramatic Results without the drama.
For the past 40+ years, medical skin care has been based around the cycle of wound and repair. Unfortunately wounds created by lasers and harsh chemical peels create significant inflammation which leads to the formation of deep scar tissue, a very real potential for hyperpigmentation, a net decrease in collagen thickness and weeks of social downtime.
Thankfully, controlled micro injury allows your body a stable environment for healing which results in “scarless wound healing” meaning the collagen deposited by your body over the next 6 months (+.5mm on average) is in a natural, basket-weave format versus the parallel (scar) format seen with heat or chemical sources of rejuvenation.
MicroNeedling is clinically proven to safely and effectively improve the appearance of wrinkles and acne scars by offering true skin remodeling.
Why are you calling it skin doping? Isn't doping bad?
As a friend of mine in college used to say, “If you’re not cheating, you’re not trying.” This may be an unsavory life philosophy or get you banned from professional sports but performance enhancing ingredients are exactly what we are looking for when it comes to natural skin rejuvenation. If you give your body what it needs to perform like it did when you were younger, it will!
At Orange Poppy Spa, our microneedling treatments include the application of the most clinically proven and technologically advanced growth factor serum on the market containing 600+ growth factors and proteins clinically proven to rejuvenate your skin. Just like PRP (platelet-rich plasma) StemFactor stimulates healing and new cell development for youthful skin but without the discomfort and potential complications of a blood draw.
Is microneedling treatment painful?
Most people do feel some discomfort during their microneedling sessions, but it is not considered painful, we prefer to say it can be a little spicy. Typically the forehead is the most sensitive which is why we start there and get the worst part finished quickly. A topical numbing cream will be applied at the beginning of the treatment to take the edge off.
What’s downtime really like after microneedling?
The vast majority of people can return to normal activities within 24 hours of receiving a microneedle treatment. Immediately after the treatment you will likely experience a sunburn-like effect and you may notice some pinprick bleeding, local swelling and redness. We do not recommend planning any significant events right after your appointment and yes your family and friends will likely notice. Your skin’s natural barrier function will return to normal approximately 4-hours post treatment. However it takes 18-24 hours for the channels opened during the treatment to close.The healing process varies from person to person but typically by the morning post treatment your skin will be surprisingly calmer. In some cases, you may experience slight bruising or skin peeling 3-7 days after your treatment. Many of us have worked the day following a microneedling treatment and after applying a little mineral makeup, no one has even noticed.
Why should I get my microneedling service at Orange Poppy Spa?
The Licensed Estheticians at Orange Poppy spa specialize in functional skin care, meaning we treat your skin holistically by understanding how skin care ingredients, your skin's natural cellular functions and the rest of your miraculous body work together in order to achieve your desired results. In collaboration with our Medical Director, we have designed a uniquely effective treatment that incorporates a clinically proven and technologically advanced serum containing over 600 growth factors and skin proteins to improve all aspects of aging and damage by encouraging your skin’s natural repair process, all without the need for a blood draw. We also utilize the first FDA-cleared microneedling device to ensure precision and safety. Depending on the treatment you choose, your service may include LED therapy to reduce inflammation and speed your body’s natural healing process. We also will give you detailed instructions and everything you need to care for your skin during the important 24-hour period following your treatment.
P.S. If you are interested in the benefits of micronnedling but are feeling hesitant, then let us recommend you start with our Nanoneedle Infusion Medi-Facial.