MICRONEEDLING

It’s more than just a microneedle pen!

The Candela Exceed device offers enhanced treatment versatility as the first dual-indicated, FDA-cleared medical microneedling system for the treatment of both facial wrinkles and facial acne scar reduction. Each treatment session delivers powerful results with minimal downtime.

Exceed Medical Grade Microneedle Pen

ABOUT microneedling

Microneedling is a minimally invasive procedure that creates micro wounds in the skin to stimulate collagen production. This multi purpose treatment takes advantage of the body’s natural healing process to treat a variety of skin conditions. To achieve optimal results, a series of multiple treatments is typically recommended.

wHAT IT IS

Microneedling uses a handheld device that uses extremely sharp, sterile needles to puncture the skin. This damage to the skin helps stimulate your skin’s healing process, which includes the increased production of collagen and elastin, two crucial proteins for skin health. 

how it works

Microneedling is a minimally invasive procedure with very little downtime. Your skin will be thoroughly cleansed and a numbing cream will be applied prior to the treatment. During the treatment, you may feel some warmth and a scratching/pulling sensation as the device moves over your skin, but the numbing cream should keep pain to a minimum. Immediately after treatment, your skin will likely be red and swollen; this can last up to a few days. You can return to your normal routine immediately after the procedure, but you should stay out of the sun until your skin heals. 

WHAT TO EXPECT

FAQs

  • Stop tretinoin / retinoids for 5 days prior to any microneedling treatment. Avoid sunlight and apply SPF daily.

  • Your skin will be red immediately after a microneedling appointment. Microneedling patients should avoid putting anything on the skin for 24 hours except for the hydrogel provided at the appointment.

  • Microneedling patients can remain red for up to 72 hours. It is possible for microneedling and peels to bring out impurities in the skin and cause a purge - notify your provider if this is the case. Follow microneedling with peptide gel, copper repair cream or the products recommended by your treatment provider.

  • Avoid exercise for 72 hours. Avoid direct sun exposure for 1 week. Avoid high heat such as saunas, hot tubs or heat based therapies. Avoid harsh skincare products, exfoliators, retinoids or acid based washes for 7-10 days.

  • Let your provider know if you show any signs of infection, irritation, inflammation or complication following the microneedling procedure. Follow your provider's skincare recommendations to enhance your results and be sure to wear sunscreen of SPF 30+ daily.