Microneedling is a minimally invasive skin rejuvenation treatment that stimulates your body's natural healing response to improve skin texture, tone, and overall appearance. Using a device with ultra-fine sterile needles, controlled microchannels are created in the skin, encouraging the production of new collagen and elastin—the essential proteins responsible for firm, smooth, healthy-looking skin.

At Nuvéa Aesthetics, we use the DP Derm™ Microneedling System, an advanced, medical-grade device engineered to deliver precise, consistent treatments with exceptional comfort and results.

The DP Derm™ Microneedling System is recognized worldwide for its precision, safety, and innovative technology. Its patented spring-loaded needle cartridge is designed to create clean, controlled microchannels while minimizing unnecessary trauma to the skin.

One of the unique benefits of the DP Derm™ system is that many patients are able to comfortably undergo treatment without topical numbing cream. The device's advanced engineering and precise needle technology help reduce discomfort while maintaining an effective treatment experience.

Avoiding topical numbing cream may offer additional benefits, including:

• Allows you to remain more aware of your skin's natural sensations during treatment, helping your provider adjust settings for optimal comfort.

• Eliminates the waiting time required for numbing cream, making appointments more efficient.

• Avoids the temporary skin blanching (whitening) and vasoconstriction that some topical anesthetics can cause, allowing your provider to better evaluate your skin throughout the procedure.

• Reduces exposure to topical anesthetic ingredients, which may be preferred by patients with sensitivities or allergies.

• Makes it easier to return to your normal skincare routine immediately after treatment, without lingering numbness.

While many patients tolerate DP Derm™ comfortably without numbing cream, topical anesthetic remains available for those who prefer additional comfort or are having deeper treatments.

As we age, collagen and elastin production naturally declines, contributing to fine lines, wrinkles, enlarged pores, acne scars, and changes in skin texture.

Microneedling creates thousands of microscopic channels within the skin, triggering the body's natural wound-healing process. This process stimulates fibroblasts—the cells responsible for producing collagen and elastin—resulting in healthier, stronger, and more youthful-looking skin over time.

The temporary microchannels also enhance the absorption of professional skincare products applied during treatment, allowing beneficial ingredients to penetrate more effectively.

Microneedling may improve the appearance of:

• Fine lines and wrinkles

• Acne scars

• Surgical scars

• Enlarged pores

• Uneven skin texture

• Sun damage

• Mild hyperpigmentation*

• Dull or tired-looking skin

• Mild skin laxity

• Stretch marks (selected areas)

*Treatment recommendations vary depending on skin type and the cause of pigmentation.

Microneedling offers numerous skin rejuvenation benefits, including:

• Stimulates natural collagen and elastin production

• Improves skin texture and smoothness

• Softens fine lines and wrinkles

• Reduces the appearance of acne scars

• Refines enlarged pores

• Improves skin firmness and elasticity

• Brightens dull skin

• Supports healthier, more radiant-looking skin

• Enhances absorption of professional skincare products

Because collagen remodeling occurs naturally, improvements continue to develop over the weeks following treatment.

Your appointment begins with a personalized consultation and skin assessment.

Depending on your treatment plan and comfort level, DP Derm™ Microneedling may be performed with or without topical numbing cream. Many patients find the treatment comfortable without numbing, especially for routine skin rejuvenation treatments.

The DP Derm™ device is then gently guided across the treatment area using customized needle depths based on your skin concerns.

Most appointments take approximately 45–60 minutes, with shorter visits possible when numbing cream is not used.

Following treatment, your skin may appear pink or red, similar to a mild sunburn, with temporary warmth or tightness. These effects typically improve within 24–72 hours.

Many patients notice a healthy glow and improved skin radiance within the first week.

As collagen production increases, improvements in skin texture, firmness, and overall quality continue to develop over the next 4–12 weeks.

Treatment recommendations vary based on your skin concerns.

Typical treatment plans include:

• Skin rejuvenation: 3–4 treatments per year 

• Acne scarring: 4–6 treatments

• Advanced skin concerns: Customized treatment series

Sessions are usually spaced 4–6 weeks apart to allow time for collagen remodeling.