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Skin Pen Microneedling
DURATION
A SkinPen microneedling session at The Spa by Sheena lasts 60 to 90 minutes, including 30 to 45 minutes of topical numbing before the 20 to 30 minute treatment.
PROCEDURE TYPE
SkinPen microneedling at The Spa by Sheena is classified as a cosmetic procedure, performed electively for skin quality improvement rather than to treat a medical condition.
BODY AREA
SkinPen microneedling at The Spa by Sheena is performed on the face, with adjustable depth from 0.25 mm to 2.5 mm tailored to each patient's specific concern.
INDICATION
SkinPen microneedling at The Spa by Sheena treats skin texture, fine lines, acne scarring, enlarged pores, and overall skin quality, best in a series of 3 to 6 sessions.
THE PROTOCOL
What is SkinPen microneedling?
SkinPen is the first FDA-cleared microneedling device. It uses an automated motorized pen with disposable sterile needle cartridges to create precise micro-injuries in the skin. The body responds by producing new collagen and elastin, which over a series of treatments improves texture, fine lines, scarring, pores, and overall skin quality.
What to expect from SkinPen microneedling
Sessions take 60 to 90 minutes total, including 30 to 45 minutes of topical numbing before the actual treatment. The treatment itself feels like sandpaper or mild scratching. Most patients describe it as uncomfortable but tolerable.
Immediately after, your skin will look red and feel warm. Mild swelling is normal for 24 to 48 hours. Some pinpoint bleeding during treatment is normal and expected; it stops quickly.
Skip makeup, retinoids, and active skincare ingredients for 48 to 72 hours. Avoid sun exposure and use sunscreen religiously. Most patients book a series of 3 to 6 treatments spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart for compound results. Visible improvement appears around the 3-week mark after each session.
Benefits of Botox
FDA-CLEARED
Only FDA-cleared microneedling device for facial acne scars and neck wrinkles.
SOFTENED ACNE SCARS
Triggers collagen remodeling in scarred tissue to gradually fill and smooth depressions.
REFINED PORES
Visibly reduces enlarged pore appearance for smoother, more even skin texture.
STERILE SINGLE-USE
Sterile single-use cartridges eliminate the cross-contamination risk of roller-based devices.
VERSATILE
Treats fine lines, scars, stretch marks, pores, and overall skin quality with one device.
THE APPOINTMENT
Inside a SkinPen microneedling appointment
A SkinPen session takes 60 to 90 minutes including 30 to 45 minutes of topical numbing before. The treatment itself takes 20 to 30 minutes. Most patients describe it as sandpaper-like during the procedure, with some areas (forehead, near bone) feeling more intense.
GOOD TO KNOW
How SkinPen compares to PRP microneedling and RF microneedling
Why SkinPen specifically
SkinPen's depth, speed, and FDA-clearance set it apart from generic microneedling devices and from at-home rollers. The depth is adjustable (0.25 mm to 2.5 mm), which lets the provider tailor the treatment to your specific concern. Deeper for scarring; shallower for general rejuvenation.
How many sessions
Most patients book a series of 3 to 6 sessions spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart. Visible improvement appears around the 3-week mark after each session, with compound results over the full series.
FAQ
Your questions, answered
We’ve answered some of the most common questions below to help make your experience simple, transparent, and stress-free.
SkinPen is the only FDA-cleared microneedling device. It uses sterile, single-use needle cartridges with adjustable depth (0.25mm–2.5mm) to create controlled micro-injuries in skin. Your body's response: collagen and elastin production. Results across a series: improved texture, smaller pores, softened lines, faded scars, firmer skin.
What is SkinPen Microneedling?
FDA clearance specifically for treating facial acne scars and neck wrinkles. Sterile single-use cartridges eliminate cross-contamination risk that older roller-style devices carried. Vertical needle motion produces cleaner channels than horizontal rollers. More consistent results, faster recovery.
Why SkinPen instead of other microneedling devices?
Acne scars, fine lines and wrinkles, enlarged pores, uneven texture, mild scarring, stretch marks, overall skin quality. Versatile—useful across most non-acute skin concerns.
What does SkinPen treat?
Most patients see meaningful improvement after a series of 3 to 4 SkinPen sessions, spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart. Acne scars and significant texture concerns may benefit from additional sessions. Maintenance sessions on a regular cycle keep results long-term.
How many SkinPen sessions will I need?
Topical numbing applied 30–45 minutes before treatment makes it well-tolerated. With numbing: mild discomfort, scratchy or rough sensation. Without numbing it would be significantly painful. We always numb.
Does SkinPen hurt?
Recovery from SkinPen is about 5 days. Day 1: looks like a sunburn. Day 2–3: redness fading, possible mild flaking. Day 4–5: skin healed and fresh underneath. Use heavy moisturizer, gentle cleanser, and strict SPF during healing. Skip retinoids and active acids for 5–7 days.
What's the recovery from SkinPen?
SkinPen Microneedling is $450 per session. PRP-enhanced version (PRP for Face / Microneedling) is $250. Series of 3 sessions: package pricing available. Membership reduces costs significantly.
How much does SkinPen cost in Lubbock?
Initial glow within days. Texture improvement visible 4–6 weeks after each session. Full collagen-driven results from a complete series at 3 months as collagen continues building. Best to evaluate at 3 months post-final session.
When will I see SkinPen results?
Adding PRP accelerates results and produces more dramatic improvement per session—particularly for acne scars or significant texture concerns. Worth the additional cost if you're treating active concerns or want faster results. For general maintenance, standard SkinPen may be sufficient.
Should I add PRP to SkinPen?
Book a complimentary consultation. We'll evaluate your skin, recommend SkinPen alone or with PRP, and design a treatment plan. Call (806) 701-5840 or book online.
How do I book SkinPen?
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Ask about pricing, candidacy, or which treatment fits your goals — we reply within one business day. For faster answers, call or text (806) 701-5840.
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