Emma Newman, PA-C
Physician assistant · Upper East Side
Microneedling
Medically reviewed by Mitchell J. Mandel, M.D., F.A.A.D., Board-Certified Dermatologist. Last reviewed .
Pricing
- Upper East SideStarting at $500 per treatment
- Downtown BrooklynStarting at $500 per treatment
- GreenvaleStarting at $500 per treatment
- StreetervilleStarting at $500 per treatment
- BoulderStarting at $500 per treatment
- Palm Beach GardensStarting at $500 per treatment
Microneedling uses a pen with very fine needles to make tiny channels in the skin. As the skin heals, it builds new collagen, which smooths texture and softens scars and fine lines.
This page covers pen microneedling, which uses needles alone with no heat. RF microneedling (SecretRF, Morpheus8) delivers radiofrequency heat through needles at selected depths.
In Palm Beach Gardens, microneedling is done by Christine Sacco, FNP-C, nurse practitioner.
You can add PRP (platelet-rich plasma), made from a small sample of your own blood. It's optional. Some patients choose it for acne scars, though research on how much it adds is mixed. Microneedling devices are not FDA-authorized to deliver PRP into the skin. Your provider can help you decide.
What it treats
- Acne scars
- Uneven texture and enlarged pores
- Fine lines
- Stretch marks and other scars
What to expect
How to prepare
Stop retinoids and other strong actives a few days before. Avoid tanning. If you are adding PRP, drink water and eat before your visit.
During the treatment
Numbing cream is applied first. The pen is moved over the skin in passes. With PRP, a small blood sample is taken at the start and prepared while you numb.
After the treatment
The skin will look red, like a sunburn, for 1 to 3 days. Use gentle skincare, skip makeup for about a day, and wear sunscreen.
Results
Skin often looks smoother within a few weeks. A typical plan may include 3 to 6 sessions, about 4 to 6 weeks apart, adjusted to your skin and response.
Side effects
Redness and dryness for a few days are expected. Less common: breakouts, infection, cold sore flare-ups, and darker or lighter patches. Scarring is rare. No heat doesn't mean no risk, so we review your skin and history first.
Where it is offered
Microneedling Q&A
What does microneedling do?
It makes tiny channels in the skin that trigger healing and new collagen, which improves texture, scars and fine lines.
What does PRP add?
PRP is made from your own blood and applied during treatment. It's optional. Some patients choose it for acne scars, though research on its added benefit is mixed.
Does it hurt?
Numbing cream keeps it comfortable. Most people feel a light scratching or vibration.
How many treatments will I need?
A typical plan may include 3 to 6 sessions, about 4 to 6 weeks apart, adjusted to your skin and response.
How much downtime is there?
Expect 1 to 3 days of redness. Most people go back to work the next day.
Is it safe for darker skin?
Microneedling does not use heat or light, so it can be used on many skin types.
Who should not get microneedling?
We do not treat areas with an active breakout, infection or cold sore, or patients who are pregnant.
One visit or a series?
One visit can brighten skin. Scars, texture and fine lines usually need a series of 3 to 6.
How close to an event can I have microneedling?
At least 1 week before, so redness has time to settle. For scars, start a few months ahead.
When can I wear makeup and use my skincare?
Skip makeup for about a day. Use gentle products for a few days, and restart retinoids and acids when your skin feels back to normal, usually after about 5 days.
Who performs this treatment
Grace Jarrett, PA-C
Physician assistant · Downtown Brooklyn
Leah Aminov, PA-C
Physician assistant · Greenvale
Karen Chen, PA-C
Physician assistant · Streeterville
Paige Yurick, PA-C
Physician assistant · Streeterville
Arielle Ades, DNP, FNP-BC
Nurse practitioner · Boulder
Francesca Raedel, FNP-BC
Nurse practitioner · Boulder
Jennifer Telgener, FNP-BC
Nurse practitioner · Boulder
Tegan Ryan
Aesthetician · Boulder
Christine Sacco, FNP-C
Nurse practitioner · Palm Beach Gardens