Microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy, is one of the most effective skin treatments for improving texture, tone and firmness. Using a device with ultra-fine needles, the treatment creates thousands of tiny micro-channels in the surface of the skin, triggering your body’s natural healing response to produce fresh collagen and elastin.

The result is smoother, brighter, firmer-looking skin that genuinely improves from within. Because it works with your skin’s own repair processes, results look completely natural and continue to build for weeks after treatment.

Microneedling is brilliant for a wide range of skin concerns, including:

• Fine lines and wrinkles

• Acne scarring and other scarring

• Enlarged pores

• Uneven skin texture

• Dull, tired-looking skin

• Pigmentation and uneven skin tone

• Loss of firmness and elasticity

Microneedling works by creating controlled micro-injuries in the skin. These are so small they heal quickly, but they’re enough to signal to your skin that it needs to repair itself.

During the healing process, your skin:

Produces new collagen: Collagen is the protein that keeps skin firm, plump and smooth. We naturally produce less of it as we age, and microneedling helps kick-start production again.

Boosts elastin: Elastin gives skin its bounce and flexibility. Increased elastin helps skin look tighter and more youthful.

Renews skin cells: The healing process encourages faster cell turnover, helping to fade pigmentation, soften scarring and reveal a fresher, more even complexion.

Absorbs skincare more effectively: The micro-channels allow serums applied during treatment to penetrate far deeper than they could on their own, boosting results.

Every treatment begins with a deep cleanse and numbing cream to keep you comfortable, and your practitioner will talk you through each step before starting.

Microneedling at Preen in Stockport offers outstanding value for a treatment that delivers real, lasting changes to your skin.

• Microneedling Face & Neck £90

• Microneedling: face, neck, decolletage, & hands £120

Preen is based in the heart of Stockport, just 10 minutes from Stockport Station, making us easy to reach from across Greater Manchester and Cheshire. Clients regularly travel to us from Manchester, Cheadle, Bramhall, Hazel Grove, Marple, Poynton and Wilmslow for our skin treatments, and we’d love to welcome you too.

Most clients are surprised by how comfortable microneedling is. Numbing cream is applied before treatment, so most people feel little more than a light vibrating or scratching sensation. If you’re nervous, just let us know. We’ll explain every step and go at your pace.

One first-time client told us she nearly cancelled twice because she was so nervous, but after having every step explained to her, she realised it wasn’t scary at all. Her confidence went from a 4 out of 10 to a 9 after just one session.

Many clients notice a brighter, healthier glow within a few days of treatment. Because microneedling stimulates new collagen, improvements in texture, firmness, fine lines and scarring continue to develop over the following weeks, with the best results usually seen around three months after completing a course.

You’ll see an improvement after one session, but a course of treatments is recommended for the best results. Most clients have three to six sessions spaced four to six weeks apart, depending on their skin concerns and goals. Deeper concerns like acne scarring typically need more sessions than a general skin refresh.

Downtime is minimal. Your skin may look pink or red, similar to mild sunburn, for 24 to 48 hours after treatment. Some people experience slight dryness or flaking for a few days afterwards. We recommend avoiding makeup for 48 hours, skipping the gym and swimming for 3 days, and wearing a high-factor SPF every day to protect your skin while it heals.

The new collagen your skin produces is long-lasting, so improvements in texture and scarring can be very long term. However, your skin continues to age naturally, so most clients book maintenance treatments every few months to keep their skin looking its best. A good homecare routine, such as our AlumierMD medical-grade skincare, and daily SPF will help your results last as long as possible.

Microneedling is suitable for most adults and all skin types. It may not be suitable if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have active acne or an active skin infection, have taken Roaccutane (isotretinoin) in the last six months, are prone to keloid scarring, or have certain medical conditions. We’ll go through your medical history at your consultation to make sure microneedling is right for you.