Microneedling is a safe and effective cosmetic procedure that can rejuvenate the skin and treat a wide variety of skin concerns. By using your skin’s natural healing process, microneedling can result in smoother, tighter, and more youthful skin in a short time. This product has been around for over 30 years and is known for its ability to reduce the appearance of acne scars, stretch marks and wrinkles, and overall improve skin texture. Discover the power of microneedling, a versatile solution for your skin needs.
What Is Microneedling?
Microneedling is a minimally invasive process in which very tiny needles create minute punctures, or micro-injuries, in the skin. These micro-injuries initiate the body’s natural healing process, which encourages the production of collagen and elastin—two proteins necessary to maintain skin elasticity and firmness. Microneedling is suitable for all skin types and colors. It is commonly applied to the face but can also be used on other areas of the body depending on your individual skin needs.
How Does it Work?
By using a sterilized device called a dermaroller or one that is electrically powered, the tiny micro-injuries are made in the top layer of the skin. This causes inflammation in the skin which signals your body to make more collagen and elastin. As the microneedles are so small, they will not produce scarring. While most clients don’t find microneedling to be painful, a numbing agent can be applied prior to treatment if needed.
What Are the Benefits of Microneedling?
- Boosts Collagen Production: By the time you reach your mid-to-late 20s and early 30s, natural collagen production slows down dramatically. Microneedling helps old collagen fibers reorganize and produce new collagen, leading to tighter and glowing skin. Specifically, microneedling provides a significant increase in collagen types I, III, and VII, which are the main players in skin strength, elasticity, resilience, and texture.
- Improves Skin Texture: Whether you suffer from fine lines, wrinkles, uneven skin tone, enlarged pores, or just sagging skin, microneedling is a one-size-fits-all approach to treating these concerns.
- Reduces Acne Scars: A 2020 review of 33 articles found that microneedling can improve the appearance of acne scarring. As acne scars often appear as indentations, the collagen and elastin protein production increase after microneedling breaks down old scar tissue and fills in the indentations.
- Improves Product Absorption: One of the lesser-known abilities of microneedling is how it enhances product and/or medication absorption into the skin. The tiny micro-injuries create channels in the top layer of skin, allowing for deeper penetration.
- Preferred for Darker Skin Tones: Hyperpigmentation and melasma are common concerns with clients with skin of color. As microneedling does not use heat, like a laser would, and will not chemically lighten the skin or worsen dark spots.
What to Expect During Your Microneedling Session
When you arrive for your session, the first step will be to thoroughly cleanse your face to rid the skin of excess oils, makeup, and sweat. A numbing cream will then be applied about 30-45 minutes before your procedure to ensure a comfortable session. Your microneedling session can then begin. Expect each treatment session to last between 30-60 minutes, depending on the size of the treatment area and which serum you choose to apply after.
At The Beauty Lounge, we enhance the effects of your microneedling treatment by applying specially formulated serums to the skin that address your specific concerns. These can include:
- Medicated Serums: Medicated serums work in harmony with microneedling to address your specific skin concerns, such as acne, rosacea, or hyperpigmentation.
- Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF): PRF is known as a “liquid gold” serum that uses a sample from your own blood to treat certain skin and hair conditions. As the second generation of platelet-rich plasma, PRF is optimized to contain more healing factors and stem cells to be used for treatment.
- Exosomes: Exosomes are tiny sac-like structures derived from stem cells that carry proteins, growth factors, as well as other minerals and vitamins. This serum will help further promote healing and improve the texture and tone of the skin.
- Neurotoxins: Neurotoxins are also best known as BOTOX. After microneedling, BOTOX can be mixed into a serum or applied directly into the skin. The BOTOX will sink into the tiny micro-injuries and provide anti-aging benefits.
- Platelet-Derived Growth Factors (PDFG): PDFGs are a type of growth factor that when applied after microneedling, can speed up the collagen and elastin production that occurs during the healing process. PDFG can lead to quicker healing, improved skin texture, tighter skin, and anti-aging benefits.
What Are the Potential Side Effects of Microneedling?
As with any treatment, microneedling has some side effects. However, these are typically minor and should disappear within a few days.
- Swelling
- Redness
- Bruising
- Bleeding
- Peeling or flaking
Who Should Avoid Microneedling?
While microneedling is generally safe for most adults, you should avoid this treatment, or speak with your provider, if you are or have any of the following:
- A weakened immune system due to a medical condition or medication
- Moderate to severe eczema or psoriasis
- Blood disorders or are on drugs that prevent blood clots (anticoagulants)
- Heal slowly or poorly
- Taking isotretinoin (a medication for acne)
- Receiving radiation or chemotherapy for cancer
- Active acne with pimples that go deep in the skin, contain pus, or feel painful
- The tendency to develop keloids (hard, raised scars)
Reveal Your Best Skin With Microneedling in Peoria
At The Beauty Lounge, our microneedling treatments are designed to give you a firmer, smoother, and more radiant complexion. Whether you suffer from acne scars, sagging skin, or signs of normal aging, our microneedling sessions are versatile and effective. Trust our experienced team to develop a plan completely customized for your unique skin needs. Book your consultation today to take the first step to your best skin.
Our Facials – Estie’s Choice Treatments
At The Beauty Lounge of Peoria, we offer facial cocktails for every skin type. These facials cleanse, exfoliate, and hydrate the skin; after your treatment, you’ll notice an improvement in skin radiance. Before we begin the treatment, we’ll customize your treatment experience and give you more information about our shooters and the add-on options that can be scheduled à la carte or added to any facial to enhance the results.
Early Riser – $125
The Early Riser facial is an invigorating facial that cleanses the skin and exfoliates it with a microdermabrasion scrub followed by dermaplaning. Microdermabrasion gently resurfaces the skin to accelerate cellular turnover and eliminate dead skin cells and buildup. Dermaplaning is a technique during which the aesthetician uses a surgical scalpel held at a 45° angle to painlessly remove fine hair and dead skin from the top layer to promote a youthful glow. We complete the facial with a relaxing massage.
Lunch Break – $75
The Lunch Break facial is a mini facial that fits within a typical lunch break. During the treatment, we infuse vitamins and hydrating products deep into the skin to promote an all-day glow.
Glow Getter – $175
The Glow Getter is also referred to as “the works” and is a hydrafacial that includes a combination of dermaplaning and facial massage.
Happy Hour – $100
Happy Hour is our basic facial with extra relaxation included. We also use red light therapy to increase natural collagen production and calm the skin and then perform a relaxing massage.
VI Peel – $250
The VI Peel is a medium-depth chemical peel by Vitality Institute that uncovers fresher, brighter, glowing skin within seven days of the treatment.
Night Cap – $100
The Night Cap is a calming facial that induces rest and recovery for you and your skin.
Needle Therapy Facial – $550
Our Needle Therapy Facial uses the DP Dermaceuticals products and microneedling device to naturally increase collagen and elastin production, accelerate cellular regeneration, and treat the most common skin concerns. This facial improves the appearance of acne scars, lines, wrinkles, and uneven skin texture. It also includes PRF, which stands for platelet-rich fibrin, which is derived from the blood and applied topically during the treatment to enhance the results and accelerate healing and cellular renewal.
Our Shooters
Our shooters are treatment enhancement add-ons that patients will also have the option to schedule as à la carte treatments. These shooters target specific skin concerns like acne, aging, dryness, hyperpigmentation, redness, and skin texture irregularities.
Your Least Toxic Habit – $200
This shooter is a neurotoxin treatment added to a microneedling treatment to tighten and refine the skin and promote a visible glow.
Brighten Up Buttercup – $50
Brighten Up Buttercup is a medium-depth chemical peel add-on that pairs well with any service and serves as a spot treatment for stubborn acne or dark spots. It will promote clearer, more uniform skin and uncover a healthier, younger layer.
Put a Stamp On It – $60
With the Put a Stamp On It shooter, we infuse nutritive serums deep into the skin using a technique similar to microneedling. These serums will improve skin health and hydrate and infuse these powerful ingredients into the skin.
Jello Shot – $25
The Jello Shot is a customized jelly mask we apply topically during a facial or as a standalone treatment to plump the skin and leave it feeling luxurious and hydrated.
Don’t Text Your Ex – $200
With this shooter, we apply topical plant-based exosomes to the skin to regenerate growth factors and increase natural collagen production to restore a youthful appearance to the skin.
The Feels – $50
The Feels is a detoxifying and hydrating facial paired with a hand and arm massage that can be added to any service.
The Vibes – $20
This add-on uses a high-frequency device to zap and destroy acne-causing bacteria in the pores to minimize breakouts. We’ll also apply our favorite acne serum to promote clear, balanced skin.
L.E.D.-Jito – $25
The L.E.D.-Jito light therapy add-on delivers LED light to the skin to resolve common skin conditions and concerns, including aging, hyperpigmentation, acne, and more. Patients will be able to choose from red, green, and blue LED lights, and we’ll provide details about the benefits of each and recommend the best option.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Facials
How Long Does a Facial Session Last?
A typical facial treatment session lasts 60 to 90 minutes, depending on the specific type of facial and any additional treatments included. During your consultation, we will provide a detailed overview of the session duration.
How Should I Care for My Skin After a Facial?
Post-facial care involves gentle cleansing, moisturizing, and applying sunscreen to protect your skin. For a few days, avoid using harsh skincare products and exfoliants. We will provide personalized aftercare instructions to ensure you achieve the best results from your facial rejuvenation treatment.
How Often Should I Get a Facial?
The frequency of facial treatments depends on your skin type and concerns. Generally, getting a facial every four to six weeks is recommended to maintain healthy skin. However, we can provide personalized recommendations based on your individual needs.
Am I a Good Candidate for a Facial?
One of the many benefits of facials is that almost everyone is a candidate. We customize facials for each patient’s skin type, so whether you have dry, combination, oily, acne-prone, aging, or normal skin, we’ll recommend the right facial and shooters to complement your treatment and enhance your results.
Revitalize Your Skin With Our Customized Facials in Peoria, IL
At The Beauty Lounge of Peoria in Peoria, IL, we dedicate ourselves to providing top-quality facial treatments tailored to your skin needs. If you want to learn more about our facials and how they will initiate a skin transformation that will leave you with a healthy and lasting glow, we’ll schedule an initial consultation to answer your questions, evaluate your skin, and recommend the right treatment protocol.
Once you experience your first facial, you’ll notice improvements in those stubborn skin conditions, healthier hydrated skin, and a radiant complexion. You can contact us online, use our booking form, or call (309) 338-1762 to schedule your facial treatment.