If you’ve been researching ways to improve your skin and you keep seeing microneedling, then this is the guide for you. Microneedling is one of the fastest growing skin treatments available right now, and for good reason.
In this guide we will walk you through everything you need to know, from how the treatment works to what you can realistically expect from your sessions at Pumice & Willow.
Microneedling is a minimally invasive skin treatment. It uses a specialist device fitted with very fine, sterile needles to create thousands of tiny micro-channels across the surface of your skin. These micro-injuries are too small to cause any real damage, but they’re enough to trigger the body’s natural healing response.
When the skin detects these micro-injuries, it increases your production of collagen and elastin. These two proteins are responsible for keeping your skin firm, smooth, and youthful. Over time, this repair process leads to improved skin texture, reduced fine lines, and a more even complexion.
Microneedling targets the deeper layers of your skin where collagen and elastin are produced. Because the needles penetrate beyond the surface, the results go deeper than anything a topical cream or serum can achieve on its own.
This treatment can also significantly improve the absorption of any serums or active ingredients that you apply directly afterwards. This means your skin gets far more from the products you use post-treatment, making microneedling a powerful way to improve your existing skincare routine.
At Pumice & Willow, we also combine microneedling with PRP therapy, using your own platelet-rich plasma to accelerate the skin’s repair process and enhance the overall result.
Microneedling can help improve a range of common skin concerns by stimulating your skin’s natural repair process. Over time, many people notice smoother skin, improved texture, and a more even complexion. Here is what patients typically experience:
Microneedling encourages the skin to produce more collagen, which can help soften the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles over time. Areas such as the forehead, around the eyes and around the mouth often appear smoother as the skin renews itself.
Many people often notice their skin feels smoother and looks more even after a course of treatment, with rough patches, enlarged pores, and uneven pigmentation becoming less noticeable over time. Similarly, microneedling is one of the most effective non-surgical treatments for improving the appearance of acne scarring and dark spots.
As collagen and elastin levels increase, the skin begins to regain some of the firmness and elasticity lost through ageing. One of the standout microneedling benefits is how effectively it allows active skincare ingredients to penetrate the skin, making the treatments and serums applied post-session significantly more potent.
Microneedling is suitable for a wide range of different skin types and skin concerns. This treatment is generally well-tolerated by most adults.
It works particularly well for people dealing with fine lines and early signs of ageing, acne scarring, uneven skin texture, hyperpigmentation, enlarged pores, or skin that has lost its firmness over time. While microneedling is suitable for most people, it might not be the right treatment for everyone.
If you have an active skin inflection, inflamed acne, certain skin conditions or if you’re taking specific mediation, you may need to avoid the treatment. Similarly certain medical conditions, including some blood clotting disorders can also affect suitability.
This is exactly why a consultation matters before any treatment begins. It ensures that microneedling is genuinely the right choice for your skin, and that your treatment plan is tailored to your specific concerns rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
Every patient starts with a consultation before any treatment takes place. When you have your treatment, the microneedling device is passed over your face in a controlled pattern, with the depth adjusted depending on the area being treated and your individual skin needs.
If PRP is being incorporated, it is applied to the skin immediately after the microneedling, allowing it to penetrate through the fresh micro-channels and get to work right away.
Afterwards, your skin may appear red or feel slightly sensitive for 24 to 48 hours, which is a completely normal part of the healing process. You’ll receive clear aftercare guidance on what to avoid and how to support your skin in the days that follow.
Microneedling delivers gradual results, as the skin needs time to produce new collagen and repair itself. Many people start to notice improvements in their skin texture and tone after a few sessions. The most noticeable results typically develop over the course of the full treatment plan.
A typical treatment plan involves sessions every four to six weeks, with the exact number tailored to your skin concerns and how your skin responds. Some patients see excellent results within four to six sessions. Others benefit from an ongoing maintenance schedule to preserve and build on those results over time.
If you’re curious about microneedling and want to know whether it’s the right treatment for your skin concerns, the best place to start is to book a consultation at Pumice & Willow.
We take the time to understand your skin properly before recommending anything. Consultations are £30 and fully redeemable against your first treatment. It’s a straightforward first step that gives you honest answers and a clear plan for your skin.
