Microneedling in Redding, CA

Topical numbing cream is applied beforehand, so most clients describe it as mild pressure or scratchiness rather than pain.

Expect redness similar to a mild sunburn for 24–48 hours, sometimes with mild swelling. Most people go back to normal activities right away, with sunscreen and gentle skincare for a few days.

Yes, with some spacing. Keep Botox and filler at least 2 weeks away from microneedling, before or after, so each one can settle. Vitamin shots are fine anytime. We’ll help you plan the order.

Please wait if you’re pregnant, have an active breakout or a skin infection (including a cold sore) where we’d treat, or have eczema, psoriasis, or rosacea flaring there. A history of keloid scarring or recent isotretinoin (Accutane) use are also reasons to hold off. We go over this before every session, and if microneedling isn’t right for you yet, we’ll say so.

Redness, mild swelling, and a few days of dryness or flaking are normal. Less often you might see small bruises, a breakout, or a cold sore flare if you’re prone to them. Infection and darker patches of skin are rare. Following the aftercare and wearing sunscreen lowers those risks.

No. This is traditional (collagen-induction) microneedling. RF adds radiofrequency heat and a much higher price tag. For texture, tone, and acne scarring, traditional microneedling has the longer track record.

Most goals respond best to a series of about three sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart. Collagen keeps building for months after, and many clients maintain with a session or two per year.

Give your skin 24 hours before makeup, and skip sweaty workouts the first day. Sweat stings on freshly treated skin and can irritate it.

Yes, it’s one of the best-supported uses. Texture and shallow scars improve over a series. Deep ice-pick scars usually need more than microneedling, and we’ll tell you at your consult if that’s you.