Microneedling & PRP Facials in Wilbraham, MA
Quick answer: Microneedling creates tiny, controlled channels in the skin that prompt it to make new collagen. Adding PRP from your own blood can boost results for acne scars, fine lines and texture. Most people need 3 to 6 sessions, 4 to 6 weeks apart, with 1 to 3 days of redness.
What it can improve
- Acne scars and textural scarring
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Enlarged pores
- Rough or uneven texture
- Dull or uneven-looking tone
- Overall firmness and glow
Your options
Professional microneedling — Dr. Pen A20, with depth set for each area of the face and neck. Best for texture, pores and fine lines.
PRP microneedling for the face — microneedling plus your own PRP, applied during and after treatment. Best for acne scars, early aging and under-eye dullness.
Take-home PRP facial stamping kit — a sterile microneedling stamp prepared with your PRP by Eric, plus aftercare and instructions. Use it between visits or on its own.
What to expect
We start with a skin consultation and review your health history and medications. Numbing cream is applied first, and a visit takes about 45 to 60 minutes. Every treatment uses a new sterile, single-use needle cartridge. Collagen builds gradually, so results develop over several months.
Is it right for me?
Microneedling may not be recommended with active acne, a skin infection or cold sore in the area, a history of keloid scarring, pregnancy, or recent isotretinoin use. Tell us about blood thinners or skin conditions so we can plan safely.
Frequently asked questions
Does it hurt? Numbing cream keeps it comfortable; most people feel light pressure and vibration.
What's the downtime? Redness like a mild sunburn for 1 to 3 days. Use gentle skincare and daily sunscreen afterward.
Why add PRP? PRP adds growth factors that may improve scars and texture more than microneedling alone. See PRP and Microneedling: Why They Work Better Together.
Is it safe for darker skin tones? Microneedling uses no heat or laser, so it's appropriate for many skin types and tones.
Results build gradually and vary from person to person.
Reference: Alster TS, Graham PM. Microneedling: A Review and Practical Guide. Dermatol Surg. 2018;44(3):397-404.