SkinPen
WHAT IS SKINPEN?
SkinPen by Bellus Medical is the first microneedling device in the world cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), clinically shown to safely and effectively treat facial acne scars for ages 22 and up. With as few as three non-invasive and affordable treatments spaced 30 days apart, you can improve your appearance and step out with confidence.
HOW MICRONEEDLING WORKS
SkinPen creates controlled micro-injuries to stimulate the body's natural wound-healing process, while minimizing cellular damage. The result: effective remodeling of scar tissue, while keeping the overall structure of the skin intact.
WHY USE SKINPEN ?
SkinPen is clinically shown to reduce the appearance of acne scars. In fact, 90% of subjects In the clinical trial would recommend the treatment to friends and family. Its's the minimally invasive procedure performed in-office with little downtime. As the first FDA-cleared microneedling device, SkinPen sets the industry standard for safety.
WILL IT WORK FOR ME?
Unlike most alternatives, SkinPen has been clinically shown to be effective for women and men with skin ranging from light to very dark. Likewise, SkinPen 's mechanical process is less abrasive than harsh chemical peels. In addition, when you properly space treatments that are overseen by a physician, the procedures can be administered year round.
IS IT SAFE?
Yes, by design. SkinPen's patent-pending - and single use - sterile needle cartridge is build with safety in mind. SkinPen is also surrounded by a proprietary BioSheath that acts as a barrier to prevent cross contamination between procedures. Safety measures like these are part of the reason SkinPen is the first microneedling device cleared by the FDA.
WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT POST-PROCEDURE?
The skin will appear slightly pink to red immediately post-procedure, similar to a mind to moderate sunburn. Additionally, the most common treatment responses experienced were dryness, rough skin, tightness, redness, itching, peeling, discomfort, tenderness and burning. These conditions resolved over time without any further complications.