Microneedling with PRF

Prior to the treatment a topical numbing cream is applied. After cleansing the face, the Microneedling device is moved across the skin creating tiny punctures. The depth of the needle can be adjusted depending on the condition of the skin and the desired results. 

Most patients do not find the treatment painful; it has more of a sandpaper-like sensation rather than the feel of needles. Topical numbing cream is applied 30-45 minutes prior to the procedure to help make the treatment more comfortable.

A series of three to six treatments spaced one month apart is recommended. Depending on your skin type and desired results, additional treatments may be needed. We recommend a skin health consultation with one of our experienced medical aestheticians to determine the best treatment plan for you.

There is minimal downtime with a Microneedling with PRF treatment. It may feel like a light sunburn, with some redness and light peeling for around 3 days. For more aggressive treatments, mild redness and peeling may be experienced for 5-7 days. Keeping the skin hydrated will help with the healing time. We recommend avoiding heat, exercise, and sweating on the day of treatment. Sunscreen or makeup can be resumed the next day with a clean application.

PRF is isolated through a specialized process in which the patient's blood is collected and spun in a centrifuge to separate the platelet-rich fibrin. This concentrated PRF is then applied during the microneedling treatment to enhance results.

The results of microneedling with PRF can last for several months to a year, depending on individual factors such as your skin type, age, and lifestyle. This treatment stimulates collagen production and promotes natural skin regeneration, leading to lasting improvements in skin texture and firmness.

When it comes to acne scarring, microneedling with PRF can provide a permanent solution. The micro-injuries created during the procedure can effectively break up scar tissue and stimulate skin healing, resulting in smoother, scar-free skin over time. For optimal results and to maintain the overall rejuvenation of the skin, a series of treatments is typically recommended.

Microneedling with PRF is considered a safe and effective procedure when performed by skilled professionals like those at Arsenault Aesthetics. Our team follows strict protocols to ensure patient safety and minimize risks.

Yes. By stimulating collagen and elastin production, microneedling with PRF improves skin elasticity for a firmer, more toned appearance. It works well on the jawline, neck, and cheeks, and results build gradually as new collagen forms.

Yes. Microneedling with PRF reduces fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating collagen and elastin production. The PRF adds growth factors that speed healing and enhance the result, so the skin plumps and smooths more than with microneedling alone. Results build over several weeks and continue improving for up to six months.

Microneedling has been found to naturally improve acne scars. The treatment process can break up scar tissue, cause thickening of the skin, and create new collagen and elastin. This results in a smoother appearance of the skin’s surface. The number of treatments for acne depends on the condition of your skin, your collagen response and your desired results. On average we recommend a series of three to six treatments spaced four weeks apart to see improvement of acne scarring. Additional treatments can be determined with your aesthetician. Microneedling is not recommended for patients with active acne.

As your skin reacts to the punctures, you will have an immediate glow, but Microneedling results build with time. This is because your body increases the production of collagen and elastin for weeks. Visible changes with the skin develop over the course of several days and weeks. Your results can continue to improve for up to six months.