Microneedling with Dermapen

Would you like to improve the appearance of acne scars, uneven skin texture or skin that has lost some of its smoothness over time?

Microneedling is a minimally invasive skin treatment that uses very fine, sterile needles to create controlled micro-injuries in the skin. These controlled injuries stimulate the skin's natural repair response and processes associated with collagen remodelling.

At IDUNN, we perform microneedling using Dermapen, a professional microneedling device that allows the practitioner to control the treatment according to the area being treated and your individual skin needs.

Unlike treatments that remove the surface of the skin, microneedling works by creating controlled microscopic injuries while largely preserving the epidermis.

Microneedling has been studied most extensively for atrophic acne scars, with systematic reviews of randomized controlled trials reporting improvement following treatment.

Research has also explored microneedling for photoaged skin and broader skin rejuvenation, although the evidence for these indications is less extensive than the evidence for acne scarring.

Depending on your skin and individual suitability, microneedling may form part of an approach to improving acne scars, uneven skin texture, the appearance of fine lines, and overall skin quality and appearance.

Your consultation helps establish which concerns are appropriate for treatment and what you can realistically expect.

A 2021 systematic review evaluated nine randomized controlled trials and concluded that microneedling was an effective and well-tolerated treatment for atrophic acne scars, either alone or in combination with other treatments. No serious adverse effects were reported in the included studies. The authors nevertheless highlighted the need for larger studies and longer follow-up. [1]

Dermapen itself has also been studied clinically. In a randomized study of 60 patients with atrophic acne scars, Dermapen microneedling produced clinical improvement, while combining Dermapen with Jessner's solution produced greater improvement than either treatment alone. [2]

A 2024 study examining different Dermapen needle depths found improvement in collagen bundles and elastic fibres after six sessions, alongside clinical improvement in acne scarring. [4]

The scientific literature therefore provides a reasonable basis for microneedling as a treatment for atrophic acne scarring, while evidence for general anti-ageing and skin rejuvenation continues to develop. [3]

Your treatment begins with a consultation and skin assessment. We discuss what you would like to improve, examine the treatment area and consider whether microneedling is appropriate for your skin.

Your skin is prepared before treatment and the Dermapen device is passed systematically across the selected area, using fine needles to create controlled microscopic channels within the skin.

Treatment parameters, including needle depth, are selected according to the treatment area, skin concern and professional assessment rather than applying the same protocol to every patient.

The skin may appear red following treatment and temporary sensitivity, swelling or discomfort can occur. Your practitioner will explain what to expect and provide personalised aftercare instructions.

Microneedling is generally approached as a course of treatments rather than a single treatment when addressing concerns such as acne scarring. Your practitioner will recommend a programme based on your individual assessment rather than applying a fixed programme to everyone.

Work with your skin, not against it.

Our approach to skin rejuvenation follows the same philosophy as the rest of IDUNN. Less is more.

Microneedling uses a controlled stimulus to encourage the skin's own repair and remodelling processes rather than trying to create an artificial result.

For some people, microneedling may be appropriate. For others, another treatment — or simply a good skincare plan — may make more sense. The consultation helps us decide together.