Reveal a natural, healthy glow with SkinPen microneedling. This skin treatment can safely and effectively reduce fine lines and wrinkles, treat acne scars and sun damage, improve skin texture and tone, and minimize large pores — all with little to no downtime!
Are you ready to hit reset on your skin? SkinPen® microneedling is an FDA-cleared non-surgical skin rejuvenation treatment that can safely and effectively reduce fine lines and wrinkles, treat acne scars and sun damage, improve skin texture and tone, and minimize large pores. Our patients love that SkinPen microneedling requires minimal downtime yet provides significant, long-lasting results. Learn more about microneedling at our Alpharetta, Georgia, medical spa below.
SkinPen microneedling uses your skin’s natural ability to heal itself to create a more radiant, rejuvenated appearance. The SkinPen® Precision System uses small needles to puncture the skin to stimulate its natural cell turnover process and encourage the production of collagen and elastin. This improves your skin’s texture, tone, and elasticity, as well as treats scars, hyperpigmentation and sun damage — thus restoring a fresh, more youthful appearance.
SkinPen microneedling is a completely natural treatment, as it doesn’t require the use of lasers, harsh chemicals, radiofrequency (RF) energy, or surgery.
SkinPen microneedling can be used to effectively treat the following common skin concerns:
At The Swan Center, your microneedling journey begins with a complimentary VISIA® Complexion Analysis to capture detailed, high-resolution baseline photos, reveal hidden damage and track your progress over time. This information helps us create your personalized treatment plan and choose the right approach for achieving the changes you’d like to see!
There are two main proteins in our skin that give it structure and firmness: collagen, which acts like “scaffolding” to provide support, and elastin, which keeps it supple. Over time, collagen and elastin naturally decline, contributing to fine lines, wrinkles and skin laxity. Factors like smoking, stress and sun damage can accelerate this process, causing the skin to look older than it is.
SkinPen microneedling revitalizes your appearance by creating tiny, controlled micro-injuries that stimulate natural collagen and elastin production. It works by:
In clinical trials, patients who received four SkinPen treatments experienced significant gains in skin density and elasticity. What does this mean for you?
Microneedling is a safe, effective, and minimally invasive skin rejuvenation technique. There are a number of different microneedling technologies available on the market today, but at The Swan Center, we believe SkinPen to be the superior treatment for the following reasons:
At The Swan Center, we guide you through every step of your SkinPen microneedling treatment to ensure safe, effective, and natural-looking results. Here’s what to expect from start to finish.
There are no one-size-fits-all treatments at The Swan Center, so your journey to firmer, smoother skin starts with a one-on-one consultation. During this initial meeting, our experienced team will evaluate your skin type, concerns and goals to create your personalized treatment plan. This will include the recommended number of sessions for optimal results, treatment spacing and any complementary procedures or add-ons.
Before treatment, our team will help you get the best results with detailed instructions on preparing your skin. This may include avoiding harsh exfoliants or retinoids before your appointment, proper sun protection, and temporarily swapping to gentler skincare products. On the day of your session, arrive with clean skin free from makeup or oils.
Microneedling is a minimally invasive treatment that is well-tolerated by most patients, but we will apply a topical numbing cream to ensure total comfort. Once the area is numb, your provider will use the SkinPen device to create tiny, controlled micro-injuries in the skin, stimulating collagen and elastin production. Our patients report a virtually painless experience with some mild tingling, prickling or buzzing as the device moves across the different treatment areas. Including numbing time, the entire procedure typically takes about 30-90 minutes, depending on the concerns being addressed.
Microneedling results come directly from the natural healing process, so how you care for your skin after treatment is one of the most important steps in your journey. At The Swan Center, our aftercare recommendations revolve around three simple steps:
Our team will provide you with Skinfuse® LIFT, a hydrogel that balances pH and keeps the skin from drying out after your treatment. Applying this product and following all aftercare guidelines promotes healing and minimizes downtime for smoother, firmer and more radiant results. Most patients notice a difference in their skin as collagen production peaks after four weeks, with continued improvements for up to six months.
While microneedling treatments can address a variety of skin concerns, this treatment is primarily used to improve skin texture, tone, scars, and damage. If you, like many of our patients, are also frustrated by additional signs of aging, such as volume loss or deep, dynamic wrinkles, a complementary treatment can easily be incorporated into your treatment plan for more complete rejuvenation!
Stephanie Serrano is a highly trained, award-winning licensed esthetician at The Swan Center and one of the driving forces behind our exceptional SkinPen microneedling results. Known for her precision, expertise, and warm, personalized care, Stephanie customizes each session to your skin’s needs and goals, ensuring natural, long-lasting results with minimal downtime. Patients across Alpharetta and Atlanta trust her skill and guidance to achieve smoother, brighter and healthier-looking skin in a safe, professional environment.
SkinPen microneedling treatments typically take about 30-90 minutes to complete, roughly the length of your favorite podcast episode. Your exact treatment time will depend on the details of your customized treatment plan, and additional time should be factored in for numbing.
While you’ll likely notice significant improvements after a single SkinPen microneedling treatment, we recommend patients undergo a series of three to six treatments spaced one month apart for optimal results. Since your skin will continue to improve as new collagen is produced, your peak results will likely be visible three to six months after your first treatment.
Microneedling can be described as mildly uncomfortable, but most patients report feeling only the vibrating sensation of SkinPen during the procedure. To further minimize any discomfort, your provider will apply a light numbing ointment to your skin before treatment, and over-the-counter pain relievers may be recommended following treatment.
SkinPen Microneedling treatments require little to no downtime. Some redness is normal immediately following treatment (similar in appearance to a mild sunburn) but should fade within a few days. You can resume your normal activities immediately after treatment, though we ask patients to wait until the following day before washing their face and applying makeup. It is also important to apply a broad-spectrum SPF to protect your skin from the sun every time you go outside in the days following your treatment.
SkinPen can reduce the appearance of neck lines, wrinkles and crepiness caused by those long hours spent scrolling through Instagram and TikTok. As we stare down at our phones, these wrinkles become etched into the skin, creating what is being called “tech neck.” The SkinPen device received additional FDA clearance for neck wrinkles in 2021, making it one of the most trusted and effective solutions for improving skin texture and firmness below the jawline.
Yes, many people in the Alpharetta and the Greater Atlanta area are excellent candidates for SkinPen microneedling, but whether it’s right for you depends on a few key factors. Our skilled team may recommend this treatment option if you:
The Swan Center is one of Alpharetta’s leading SkinPen providers, offering safe and personalized treatment plans suitable for all skin types. We also offer powerful add-ons like Ariessence PDGF with platelet-derived growth factors and complementary treatments to help boost your results, making SkinPen one of our most popular and versatile options!
Breakouts are a common side effect of microneedling, but fortunately, they’re often short-lived and can actually be a good sign. During the healing process, dead skin cells, oils and other impurities are brought to the surface, temporarily causing acne as the skin “purges.” Things should calm down after a few weeks, leaving you with smoother, clearer skin than before.
If you have wrinkles, acne scars, sun damage, or other skin imperfections you’d like to improve, our expert team would be happy to meet with you for a consultation and skin evaluation. We will discuss your skin concerns and treatment goals to determine if SkinPen microneedling can benefit you. Contact us online or call (470) 226-0378 to schedule your appointment today.
