Microchanneling is a noninvasive procedure designed to stimulate your body’s own natural ability to generate collagen, elastin, and other building blocks of healthy skin. By stimulating the outermost layers of the skin, microchanneling can help your body start this process without penetrating into living tissue.

With very little physical discomfort, many clients are able to undergo the procedure without numbing cream. That said, pain tolerance varies, and we typically apply a topical numbing cream to ensure you’re as comfortable as possible. If you’d prefer to proceed without it, just let us know.

The treatment itself is generally well tolerated, with no lingering pain afterward. We also use several techniques throughout the service to further minimize discomfort. Following the procedure, most clients describe a mild “tight” sensation in the skin.

As ProCell microchanneling treatments are minimally invasive, they are also safe for all skin types. Whether you are fair-skinned or dark, and even if you experience chronic breakouts, properly conducted microchanneling treatments will not result in hyperpigmentation, keloid scars, or other lasting negative side effects.

Microchanneling treatments can improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, acne scarring, stretch marks, and rosacea.

It is normal for treatments to result in some skin irritation, especially for clients with more sensitive skin. Always wait a minimum of 90 minutes before putting anything else on the skin. During this time it is normal for the skin to remain pink or light red. After the 90 minutes choose a gentle, fragrance-free moisturizer that focuses on hydration, soothing, and barrier repair. Look for formulas with humectants to draw in moisture, calming ingredients to reduce redness, and supportive lipids to strengthen the skin’s protective barrier. Avoid exfoliating or active ingredients, and opt for a light cream or balm that keeps the skin nourished and comfortable while it heals.

Though neocollagenesis (the production of new collagen) can take several weeks, it is not abnormal to notice an improvement in the quality and appearance of your skin within the first 24 hours. After 2-3 treatments a thicker more robust, collagen filled cellular matrix will produce more consistent and noticeable improvement. And 6 or more treatments may be recommended for scarring, laxity and wrinkles.

If you have any underlying condition that significantly impairs your immune system, it is a good idea to avoid microchanneling. Examples include but are not limited to active radiation or chemotherapy, uncontrolled diabetes, chronic inflammatory skin disease, Accutane in the past 2 years, hemophilia or similar bleeding disorder. Also anyone with stainless steel allergies should not do this treatment. We also discourage treatments for those who are pregnant or nursing. If you’re unsure please give us a call to discuss further.