Skin treatment
Dermapen microneedling in Marylebone, London
Dermapen microneedling makes tiny, controlled channels in the skin to prompt its own repair response. £150 a session at our clinic on Lisson Grove.
Price
£150 a session. With Ameela Exosomes, £299.
Time
45 minutes
Course
Usually a course of sessions, four to six weeks apart
Recovery
Redness, like mild sunburn, for one to three days
Results
Gradual, often noticed after six to eight weeks. They vary from person to person.
Who
Adults aged 18 and over, after a consultation
Not sure if it is right for you? Fill in our consultation form or message us on WhatsApp. Neither is needed to book.
Depending on the treatment, we may send you a consultation form to complete before your appointment.
Who it suits
Dermapen is usually chosen to improve the texture of the skin. People book it for:
- Uneven skin texture
- Acne scarring
- Fine lines
- Stretch marks
Who it is not suitable for
- Anyone who is pregnant or breastfeeding
- Anyone under 18
- Anyone with active acne, a cold sore or a skin infection in the area to be treated
- If you have taken isotretinoin in the last six months, tend to form keloid scars, or take blood-thinning medicine, please tell us at your consultation
- Dermapen with Ameela Exosomes is not suitable for anyone with a fish or seafood allergy, because the serum contains an ingredient derived from salmon
We go through your medical history at your consultation and will tell you if another treatment, or no treatment, is the better choice.
How it works
The Dermapen is a pen-shaped device with a tip of very fine needles that move up and down at speed. As it is passed over the skin it makes thousands of tiny channels.
The skin responds by repairing itself over the following weeks. The depth of the needles is adjusted for each area and each concern.
Your appointment
Consultation
We look at your skin, go through your medical history and explain the likely result, the risks and the alternatives.
Treatment
Numbing cream is applied first. The device is then passed over the skin in sections, which takes 30 minutes to an hour depending on the area.
Afterwards
Your skin will look red and feel warm, like mild sunburn. We explain how to look after it while it settles.
What clients say
Selected reviews from our clients on Treatwell.
“Another great treatment at SL. Professionally administered and felt very well advised throughout the procedure. This time I had 1-hour dermapen session and also bought a very nice atural mask to help with the healing process.”
Claudia, on Treatwell
Who treats you
Dermapen treatments are carried out by trained and insured practitioners, after a consultation.
Side effects and risks
Common and usually short-lived: redness, warmth, tightness, mild swelling and pinpoint marks.
Less common: bruising, breakouts, infection, changes in skin colour and scarring. Your practitioner explains these before you agree to treatment.
Looking after your skin
- Wait two to three days before going back to your usual skincare and make-up.
- Avoid sun exposure and use SPF 30 or higher while your skin heals.
- Avoid saunas, swimming and strenuous exercise for 48 hours.
Questions
Does Dermapen hurt?
Numbing cream is applied beforehand to keep you comfortable. Afterwards your skin can feel sensitive, like mild sunburn.
How many sessions will I need?
It depends on the concern. We agree a plan at your consultation.
When will I see a difference?
Many people notice a change within six to eight weeks. Results vary and build over a course.
How is it different from Vivace?
Both use fine needles. Vivace also delivers radiofrequency heat through the needles into the deeper layer of the skin.
What is Dermapen with Ameela Exosomes?
Dermapen microneedling with a serum applied to the skin during the treatment. The serum is not injected. See Ameela Exosomes.