The treatments guide
Microneedling
Tiny needles that make micro-injuries to prompt skin repair.
Awaiting clinical review. Written carefully from the sources below, but not yet signed off by a qualified clinician. Please don't use it to make decisions about your health. How we review.
What the evidence says
Some evidence for acne scars and texture over several sessions. Home rollers aren't the same thing.
- Good for
- Acne scars, texture.
- Not for
- Active acne or infection, a tendency to keloid scarring.
- Risks
- Redness and swelling; infection if hygiene is poor.
- Typical cost
- $200–$700 a sessionAn estimate of typical prices in our cities, still being checked. Ask for the full price before you book.
Questions to ask
- Who will do the treatment, and what are their credentials?
- What results are realistic for me, and how long do they last?
- What are the risks, and what happens if something goes wrong?
- What will it cost in total, including follow-ups?
General education, not medical advice. Choose licensed providers, and talk to a doctor if you have a health condition, are pregnant or take medication. Medical disclaimer.
