SkinPen was the first FDA-cleared microneedling device and remains the standard for skin-only microneedling. A spring-loaded head with fine needles creates controlled micro-injuries in the dermis, triggering the body's repair response.
Skin · SkinPen
What a session covers
A standard session covers the full face with adjustable needle depth per area. Those micro-injuries lay down new collagen and elastin over the following weeks. Most patients see improved skin quality after one session and progressive improvement across a series.
Skin · SkinPen
Course and pairing
Three to four sessions spaced four to six weeks apart. Works well for skin quality, tone, mild acne scarring, stretch marks, and general collagen support. Safe on all skin types. Often paired with PRF in the same visit for enhanced healing.
Skin · SkinPen · What to expect
The session
Session length is forty-five to sixty minutes including topical numbing. Sensation is mild scratching or vibration, well-tolerated with numbing.
Skin · SkinPen · What to expect
Recovery
Twenty-four hours of pinkness, similar to a mild sunburn, with possible minor pinpoint bleeding at deeper settings. Full makeup comfortable within twenty-four hours. Skin feels slightly dry for two to three days.
Skin · SkinPen · What to expect
The series
Three to four sessions spaced four to six weeks apart. Results build over one to three months per session and cumulatively across the series. Often paired with PRF in the same visit for an enhanced healing response.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions
How many SkinPen sessions do I need?Three to four sessions spaced four to six weeks apart. Results build cumulatively across the series.What is SkinPen good for?General skin quality, tone, mild acne scarring, stretch marks, and collagen support. Safe on all skin types.Can I combine SkinPen with PRF?Yes. This is a common pairing. PRF is applied topically or injected during the same visit and enhances the healing response.
