FAQ

WHAT IS THE COLLAGEN P.I.N.?

The CollagenP.I.N.® is a microneedling device that is indicated as a treatment to improve the appearance of facial acne scars. Microneedling devices use one or more needles to mechanically puncture and injure skin tissue for aesthetic use.

HOW MANY TREATMENTS WILL I NEED?

It’s typical for a series of 4-6 treatments to be recommended, spaced 4 weeks apart.

WHAT HAPPENS DURING TREATMENT?

Your trained clinician will clean the area to be treated. Next, we will install a sterile disposable needle cartridge with 36 microneedles and power the device ON to begin treatment. The treatment pen will glide the device across your skin while the device mechanically pushes the microneedles inside the cartridge in and out to puncture the skin. Your trained clinician will determine an effective depth best suited for your skin and your desired outcomes.

SIDE EFFECTS:

Microneedling is an in-office treatment with little-to-no downtime. Following the procedure, your skin will be red and flushed in appearance, similar to a sunburn. You may also experience skin tightness, mild sensitivity, a mild burning sensation, and pinpoint bruising on the treatment area. Your skin may be sensitive to exposure to sunlight for several days. We recommend using a gentle cleanser, sunscreen, and moisturizer. Ensure chosen products are non-comedogenic and free of parabens, fragrance, alpha hydroxy acid (AHA), beta hydroxy acid (BHA), tretinoin, benzoyl peroxide, adapalene, and retinoids. Sunscreen should be SPF 30 with an active ingredient of Zinc Oxide, non-comedogenic, and free of fragrance and parabens. Moisturizer also non-comedogenic, Squalane-based, and free of fragrance or parabens for at least four days following the procedure.

CONTRAINDICATIONS:

Prior to treatment with the CollagenP.I.N.®, you must disclose your full medical history and any previous aesthetic treatments to the Nurse Practitioner. The use of the CollagenP.I.N.® device system should not be used on individuals who:

• Are currently taking drugs with the ingredient isotretinoin (such as Acutane)
• Have permanent fillers or implants within the treatment area
• Have diabetes or patients with wound healing deficiencies
• Have active skin cancer in the treatment area
• Have an allergy to stainless steel or anesthetics
• Have psoriasis and other chronic conditions
• Have keloid scars
• Are pregnant or nursing
• Have open wounds, sores, infection, or irritated skin in the treatment area
• Have a hemorrhagic (bleeding) disorder or hemostatic (bleeding) dysfunction
• Have raised moles or warts on the treatment area
• Area undergoing immunosuppressive therapy
• Have a history of herpes simplex infections
• Have a history of eczema
• Are suffering from Sojourns Syndrome
• Have a history of actinic (solar) keratosis