SkinPen Microneedling

SkinPen is a medical-grade microneedling device — the first in the world to be FDA-cleared. Its sterile tip creates thousands of tiny, controlled micro-channels in the skin, which trigger your natural healing response and stimulate fresh collagen and elastin. As that collagen builds, the skin looks smoother, firmer and more even over the following weeks.

SkinPen at Facial Sculpting is from £350 per session. For the best results it is usually recommended as a course of 3–6 sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart, followed by maintenance. Your exact plan and price are confirmed after a skin assessment.

SkinPen helps refine rough or uneven texture, soften the look of scarring — including acne scars — reduce the appearance of neck wrinkles and enlarged pores, and refresh overall skin quality. It is specifically recognised for improving the appearance of acne scars and neck wrinkles. It improves skin quality rather than lifting or tightening sagging skin.

For the best results we usually recommend a course of 3–6 treatments, spaced around 4–6 weeks apart to allow collagen to rebuild between sessions. The exact number depends on your skin and concern — for example, scarring often needs a fuller course — and is confirmed at consultation.

Downtime is minimal. Most people have mild redness and a tight, warm feeling — similar to light sunburn — for about one to three days, sometimes with light flaking. Importantly, you should avoid makeup and even SPF for the first 48 hours while the micro-channels close, then follow the aftercare you are given.

For the first 48 hours the micro-channels created during treatment are still closing, so applying makeup or SPF could introduce product or irritate freshly treated skin and raise the small risk of infection. Once this window has passed, you reintroduce gentle skincare and daily sun protection. We give you clear, tailored aftercare to follow.

Yes. SkinPen is safe for all skin types, including darker skin tones, because microneedling does not use heat or light and carries a low risk of hyperpigmentation when performed correctly. Suitability is still assessed first, as some skin conditions, a history of keloid scarring or certain medications may mean treatment is delayed or another option is recommended.

Yes — SkinPen is well recognised for improving the appearance of acne scars by stimulating collagen and remodelling the skin over a course. Soft, rolling scars often respond particularly well. Scarring usually needs several sessions, and Dr Nina will assess your skin and set realistic expectations about how much improvement to expect.

A topical numbing cream is applied before treatment to keep you comfortable, so most people feel only a light scratching or vibrating sensation. Afterwards the skin can feel warm and tight, like mild sunburn, for a day or two. Your practitioner will explain exactly what to expect.

Some early freshness can appear within a few days, but because results rely on new collagen, the fuller effect develops over about four weeks and continues to build over a course. Results are long-lasting but not permanent — collagen naturally turns over, so periodic maintenance helps sustain them. Individual results vary.

SkinPen is microneedling alone — it relies on the controlled micro-channels to stimulate collagen, and is excellent for texture and scarring. Radiofrequency microneedling adds heat energy through the needles for an additional skin-tightening effect, which can suit mild laxity as well as texture. Dr Nina will advise which is more appropriate for your skin and goals.

SkinPen works deeper to remodel texture, scarring and collagen over a course, with a little more downtime. The Aquagold facial is a superficial micro-infusion that delivers a bespoke serum blend for an immediate glow with minimal downtime. They serve different goals, and some patients use both at different times.

Yes. SkinPen pairs well with Target Cool exosomes, which can be added to soothe the skin and support recovery, and is often planned alongside skin boosters such as Profhilo. The team will advise what is sensible to combine and the right order, so treatments support rather than overload your skin.

A consultation and skin assessment are recommended to check your skin and concerns, review your medical history and any medications, confirm whether SkinPen is suitable (or whether another option is better), and agree your plan and price. This helps ensure a safe, sensible result.