Overview & Procedure
What the treatment is and how it's performed
What it is
Microneedling for the chest/décolleté area to improve skin quality, reduce fine lines, stretch marks and scars.
Treatment protocol
2-4 treatments are recommended
Interval: 4-6 weeks
Maintenance: 1-2 times a year
Procedure
Cleaning the area
Numbing cream (30-45 min)
Microneedling with sterile pen
Application of serum (hyaluronic acid or PRP)
Soothing mask
Sunscreen
Duration
45-60 minutes
Experience & Recovery
Pain level, downtime and healing
Pain level
Moderate discomfort (2-4 out of 10). Numbing cream significantly reduces discomfort.
Downtime
- 1-3 days
- Redness (1-2 days)
- Mild swelling possible
- May have sunburn feeling
- Makeup can be used on day 2
Healing time
Day 0-1: Redness and swelling
Day 2-3: Redness subsides, mild peeling
Week 1-2: Skin renewal begins
Month 1-3: Collagen building, gradual improvement
Month 3-6: Optimal results
Side effects
Common:
- Redness (1-3 days)
- Mild swelling (1-2 days)
- Dryness and flaking
- Sensitivity
Less common:
- Small bleeding points
- Bruising (rare)
- Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (avoid sun!)
Aftercare
- Avoid the sun and use SPF 50+ (essential!)
- No makeup for the first 24 hours
- Gentle skin care
- Drink plenty of water
- Avoid perfumed products
- No swimming/sauna the first week
Expectations & Safety
Who it's for and safety information
Who is this suitable for?
- Fine lines on the décolleté
- Stretch marks
- Scar on chest
- Sun damage and pigmentation
- Uneven skin texture
Contraindications
- Pregnancy/breastfeeding
- Acute acne or infection
- Roaccutan treatment (wait 6 months)
- Keloid tendency
- Autoimmune skin diseases
Individual variations
Effect varies based on:
- Severity of scars/stretch marks
- Age and skin type
- Regularity of treatments
- Home care and sun protection
Maintenance
1-2 treatments annually to maintain results