SkinPen Microneedling
SkinPen microneedling is a controlled treatment designed to help improve the appearance of skin texture, fine lines, and certain types of scars. It works by creating micro-injuries that prompt the skin to heal itself, which can lead to a smoother, more even surface over time.
Optional add-ons such as exosomes, PRP, or VAMP are discussed separately because each has its own preparation, intended use, and considerations. We do not assume that any add-on improves results or is suitable for everyone. Instead, we review each option individually based on your skin, concerns, and goals.
What to expect from SkinPen microneedling
- A personalized plan based on your skin texture, scars, and healing history
- A clear explanation of what the treatment can help improve and what it may not change
- Guidance on recovery, sun protection, and how to support your skin after treatment
- Follow-up care to review healing and decide whether additional sessions are reasonable
Understanding
SkinPen Microneedling
SkinPen microneedling uses tiny needles to create micro-injuries in the skin. This controlled injury prompts the skin to repair itself, which can lead to a more even texture and improved appearance of fine lines and certain scars over time.
The treatment is not a quick fix. It is a gradual process that relies on your skin’s natural healing response. Results vary from person to person and depend on the concern being treated, your skin type, and how well you tolerate the treatment. Pores are normal skin structures and cannot be removed by microneedling, though their appearance may change as texture improves.
Before treatment, we review your skin history, scar type, and any factors that could affect healing, infection risk, or pigment changes. This helps us decide whether SkinPen is a good fit and whether any adjustments to the plan are needed. We also explain what the treatment can realistically help improve and what it may not change.
A Personalized Approach To SkinPen Microneedling
Texture Care Guided by How You Heal
A personalized plan starts with your skin. We look at the texture concern you want to improve, your scar pattern, skin tone, healing history, and any previous treatments. This helps us explain what the treatment can realistically help improve, what it may not change, and how to support your skin before, during, and after treatment.
01 — Consultation
Share the texture concerns you want to improve, any previous treatments, and any history of slow healing, pigment changes, or raised scars.
02 — Evaluation
We assess your scar type, skin tone, and any factors that could affect healing, infection risk, or pigment changes.
03 — Personalized Plan
We explain the treatment area, depth, recovery expectations, and any alternatives. We also review optional add-ons such as exosomes, PRP, or VAMP separately because each has its own preparation, intended use, and considerations.
04 — Ongoing Care
We review how your skin is healing and whether further treatment makes sense based on your comfort, response, and goals.
A Considered Approach to Skin Remodeling
At Basis, we approach SkinPen microneedling as a conversation, not a one-size-fits-all treatment. We explain what the treatment is designed to help improve and what it may not change. We also discuss how your scar type, skin tone, healing history, and treatment goals affect the plan. While temporary redness, tenderness, and swelling are common, we review the full range of possible side effects and explain how to support your skin during recovery.
What to expect
Before your appointment
Share any skin conditions, cold-sore history, medications, raised-scar history, and recent procedures or sun exposure. We will explain how to prepare your skin and what to expect before treatment.
During your visit
Your provider reviews the treatment area, explains the plan, and discusses comfort options. During treatment, you may feel pressure, discomfort, redness, or pinpoint bleeding. We encourage you to communicate how the treatment feels so we can adjust as needed.
Estimated visit: 45–60 min.
Confirm appointment details when booking.
After your visit
Follow the provider-directed cleansing, sun protection, and guidance on makeup or active skincare. If you notice increasing pain, spreading redness, discharge, or delayed healing, contact us for assessment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Microneedling can help improve the appearance of skin texture by prompting a healing response that may lead to smoother skin over time. Results vary from person to person and depend on the concern being treated, your skin type, and how well you tolerate the treatment.
Some acne-scar patterns may improve in appearance, but complete removal is not a realistic promise. Scar assessment helps determine whether microneedling or another approach is more appropriate.
Pores are normal structures and cannot be removed by microneedling. Their appearance may change, but results are variable and should not be described as permanent pore elimination.
Inflamed lesions or infection can make needling inappropriate in the affected area. Ask the provider to assess the skin rather than treating active acne as simply another texture concern.
A history of raised or keloid scars is important because microneedling creates controlled injury. Discuss that history and any healing problems before deciding whether treatment is suitable.
Redness, tenderness, swelling, infection, pigment changes, and scarring are possible. Your medical history, skin tone, treatment area, and aftercare all influence risk.
Exosomes, PRP, and VAMP are optional add-ons that are discussed separately from the base SkinPen treatment. Ask what each preparation contains, why it is proposed, and what considerations apply to your skin and goals. PRP is a preparation from your own blood. We do not assume that any add-on improves results or is suitable for everyone.
Estimated visit: 45–60 min. Confirm appointment details when booking. Ask whether skin assessment and comfort preparation are included. Discuss any PRP, exosome, or VAMP option separately before scheduling.
It’s time to get back to basis.
Talk with a provider about microneedling, skin texture, and realistic scar-care goals.