Micro-Needling/CIT Treatment

Micro-Needling also known as Micro-channeling, Dermal Needling, Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT), Percutaneous Collagen Induction (PCI), and when combined with Platelet Rich Plasma(PRP) it is referred to as the PRP Facelift or the Vampire Facial Treatment uses micro surgical titanium steel needles to make microscopic subcutaneous injuries in the skin.  Creating controlled injury to the skin activates blood to the trauma site releasing growth factors to stimulate the production of collagen, elastin and allow optimal product absorption.   Micro-needling gives you minimal to no down time and is safe on all skin types.  For most clients a series of 6 treatments(depending on your skin concerns) will give you the best and most noticeable results spaced every 3-4 apart but skin improvement is usually noticeable after 1 treatment. 

What skin conditions does the CIT pen work on?

·         Fine Lines and Wrinkles

·         Hyperpigmentation (sun spots, age spots and/or hormonal imbalances such as melasma)

·         Loose skin

·         Dehydrated skin

·         Scarring (surgical, thermal and acne)

·         Stretch Marks

·         Enlarged pores

·         Hair Regeneration

What to expect after the treatment?

·         Redness

·         Burning or Stinging Sensations

·         Tightness

·         Flaking

·         Swelling

·         Bruising (rare)

·         Milia or mild acne flare ups

Contraindications

·         Keloid Scarring

·         Diabetes

·         Eczema

·         Psoriasis

·         Active Herpes Simplex Infections

·         Raised Moles, warts or lesions in the area being treated

·         Scleroderma

·         Blood Clotting Problems

·         Taking Blood Thinners

·         Collagen Vascular Diseases or Cardiac abnormalities

·         Active Bacterial or Fungal Infections

·         Pregnancy

·         Immunosuppressive Diseases

·         Facial fillers or injections in the past 10 days

·         Scars less than 6 months old

·         Nodular or Pustular Rosacea

Benefits of Micro-Needling

·         Enhance nucleic acids (DNA/RNA and their protein synthesis solution)

·         Growth hormone stimulating peptides/amino acids

·         Pigmentation stabilization

·         Stretch mark reduction

·         Cellulite reduction

·         Scar reduction (surgical, thermal and acne)

·         Hair restoration

·         Reduce fine lines, wrinkles and sagging skin

·         No known negative side effects

·         Allows high absorption of active ingredients

·         It can be used on the face, body and neck

·         Can be used on thin skin

·         Realignment of old collagen bundles

·         Increased collagen production

·         Preservation of the epidermis during the treatment

·         No permanent damage to the skin

·         Little to no pain during the procedure

·         Targets and regulates 3 skin cells (keratinocyte, melanocyte and fibroblast)

·         Safe on clients who have had laser resurfacing

·         Less expensive and more effective than laser treatments

·         Can be paired with other treatments such as Microdermabrasion, Laser treatments and Chemical peels for increased results.