Microneedling
with SkinPen®

In Pittsburgh, PA

Microneedling with SkinPen®

Rediscover smoother, more radiant-looking skin with Microneedling with SkinPen® at The Wellow in East Liberty, Pittsburgh. This restorative treatment activates your skin’s natural repair process to help improve tone and texture, revealing a complexion that feels renewed, balanced, and naturally luminous. SkinPen® Microneedling creates controlled micro-injuries in the skin, stimulating the body’s natural collagen and elastin production. The result is skin that looks smoother, feels softer, and radiates a healthy, effortless glow.

The Benefits of Microneedling with SkinPen®

Microneedling with SkinPen® is one of the most effective treatments for enhancing the look and feel of your skin. It improves the appearance, texture, and vitality of your skin.

Benefits Include:

Softer, smoother-looking skin texture
Improvement in the appearance of fine lines and pores
Softening of visible neck lines and wrinkles
Reduction in the appearance of facial acne scars
Brighter, more even-looking skin tone
Overall improvement in skin quality and resilience

The Wellow Approach

At The Wellow in Pittsburgh, Microneedling with SkinPen® is performed with care and intention. Each session is tailored to your skin’s needs, supporting its natural collagen-building process for results that feel both restorative and refined.

Facial Rejuvenation

Microneedling with SkinPen® gently revives tired or uneven skin, boosting collagen where it’s needed most. The result is a smoother-looking and more radiant complexion with a tone that feels balanced and refreshed.

Scars & Texture Correction

SkinPen® microneedling is FDA-cleared to improve the appearance of facial acne scars. It also helps soften the appearance of uneven texture, encouraging the skin’s natural repair process for a more even, healthier-looking surface.

SkinPen® Microneedling Add-Ons

SkinPen® microneedling creates controlled microchannels in the skin using fine needles, temporarily increasing permeability and allowing selected topical agents to penetrate more effectively than when applied to intact skin. Because these channels are created across the treated area, formulations applied during and immediately after the procedure can reach the superficial dermal layers, where they may support hydration, comfort, and recovery as the skin initiates its natural repair response. Appropriate add-ons are selected based on your skin condition, treatment goals, and overall care plan. Because SkinPen® relies on mechanical stimulation rather than heat, add-on formulations focus on supporting recovery and skin quality rather than thermal remodeling.

Exosomes are laboratory derived biological products that are purified and do not contain living cells. Exosomes can be applied as cosmetic support to the treated areas, and may help:

Improve the appearance of skin tone and texture
Support recovery processes
Enhance visible radiance
Reduce post-treatment redness

Exosomes

Growth Factors

Like exosomes, growth factors are produced from cultured cells and processed into purified medical formulations. Growth factors can be applied for aesthetic use to help:

Improve the appearance of skin texture and smoothness
Support firmer-looking skin
Enhance overall skin resilience

Areas We Treat

Face

Neck

Scars & Stretchmarks

The Science Behind Microneedling with SkinPen®

Microneedling with SkinPen® works by initiating the skin’s natural repair response. Controlled micro-injuries stimulate fibroblasts, the cells responsible for producing collagen and elastin, which support structural renewal within the skin. Over the weeks following a SkinPen® microneedling, this process promotes the formation of new collagen and contributes to smoother-looking, more refined skin. Patients typically notice gradual improvement in tone, texture, and overall skin quality as healing progresses, resulting in a refreshed, natural appearance over time.

Before and After Care Instructions

Before Your Treatment

Avoid direct sun exposure and tanning beds for one to two weeks prior to treatment.

Discontinue retinoids, exfoliants, and acid-based skincare products for five to seven days before treatment.

Avoid waxing, chemical peels, or other resurfacing treatments in the treatment area for one week.

Arrive with clean, makeup-free skin on the day of treatment.

Inform your provider of all medications, recent treatments, or skin conditions.

Discontinue Accutane use for at least six months prior to treatment.

If you are prone to cold sores, discuss preventative antiviral medication with your provider before your appointment.

After Your Treatment

Expect redness, warmth, or mild swelling similar to a sunburn, which typically resolves within one to two days.

Avoid makeup for 24 to 48 hours following treatment.

Avoid strenuous exercise, excessive heat, hot showers, and sweating for 48 hours.

Cleanse the skin gently using lukewarm water and a mild cleanser.

Use gentle, hydrating skincare products and avoid active ingredients for several days.

Do not pick, exfoliate, or scrub treated areas as the skin heals.

Apply broad-spectrum SPF daily and limit sun exposure during the healing period.

For more detailed instructions, please refer to Pre- and Post-Care Instructions provided prior to and after your treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)

Microneedling supports the skin’s natural collagen and elastin production, helping improve the appearance of texture, softening fine lines, and creating a brighter, more radiant complexion.
A numbing cream ensures comfort while your provider glides the SkinPen® over the skin, creating controlled micro-injuries that activate the body’s natural repair process. You may notice mild redness afterward, similar to a light sunburn.
A typical Microneedling with SkinPen® session lasts about 45 to 60 minutes, depending on the treatment area and any enhancements such as growth factors or exosomes.
Most patients resume normal activities within a day or two. You may experience slight redness or flaking for a few days as the skin renews itself.
With topical numbing, most patients describe the sensation as light pressure or tingling. Discomfort is generally minimal and temporary.
Many patients notice an improvement in texture and tone within the first week, with continued enhancement over several months as the skin’s natural repair process continues
For optimal results, we recommend a series of 3 to 6 treatments spaced approximately 4 weeks apart. Your provider will create a plan tailored to your skin’s condition and goals.
Microneedling with SkinPen® is FDA-cleared to improve facial acne scars and neck wrinkles. It can also minimize the look of enlarged pores by supporting natural collagen remodeling.
Yes. Microneedling with SkinPen® is safe for most skin tones and types when performed by trained medical professionals.
Absolutely. Microneedling with SkinPen® pairs well with Growth Factors or laser therapy to enhance overall skin rejuvenation. Your provider will recommend the best combination for your goals.
Microneedling with SkinPen® is ideal for individuals seeking to improve the appearance of fine lines, uneven texture, enlarged pores, or facial acne scars. It’s suitable for most healthy adults seeking refreshed, natural-looking results.
The Wellow, located in Pittsburgh’s East Liberty neighborhood, offers Microneedling with SkinPen® performed by experienced medical professionals who specialize in subtle, natural results.
Microneedling with SkinPen® uses precise, medical-grade needles to create controlled micro-injuries in the skin, stimulating the body’s natural collagen response without heat or energy. RF Microneedling combines microneedling with radiofrequency energy to deliver deeper thermal stimulation, which supports skin tightening and more intensive remodeling. SkinPen® is often chosen for improving texture, tone, and overall skin quality, while RF Microneedling is selected when firmer, tightening results are a priority.