Microneedling a.k.a. Skin Needling or Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT)

The Mesopen Pro is an innovative microneedling technology that combines electroporation and collagen induction therapy (CIT) to achieve advanced results.

The treatment is minimally invasive and involves using medical-grade needles to create microchannels in the skin.

This triggers the release of growth factors that lead to the creation of new collagen and elastin.

Microneedling is unique in that it targets and regulates three key skin cells (keratinocyte, melanocyte, and fibroblast) without compromising the integrity of the epidermis. The growth factors released through CIT result in regenerative healing, with collagen forming from the base upwards, resulting in healthy collagen.

Once the micro-channels have been created, electroporation technology increases the cell membrane's permeability and enables serums to penetrate deeper into the skin for more effective results.

Studies suggest that electroporation technology boosts the effectiveness of topical serums by several hundred per cent. This vastly improves the effectiveness of the serums.

• To restore firmness and tightness to loose skin: a less invasive alternative to face-lift procedures and an alternative to eye-lifting procedures (great results in the skin above the eyes can be achieved due to natural elevation of eyebrows as a result of healing)
• To thicken the epidermis and enhance dermal compactness
• To smooth wrinkles, lines and folds: Suitable alternative or complement to injections with hyaluronic acid dermal fillers
• To reduce pigmentation, melasma, brown spots and lighten the skin tone
• To reduce pore size by increasing collagen production around the pore (which helps to squeeze the pore tighter) and due to increasing elastin production (which allows stretched pores to revert back to their original size)
• Suitable alternative to ablative resurfacing treatments for patients with thin skin. A virtually painless and cost-effective treatment alternative to non-ablative laser therapy (i.e. Fraxel)
• To reduce the appearance of scars, acne scars and post surgery scars
• To reduce stretch marks from pregnancy or due to body weight changes
• To reduce the appearance of cellulite. Skin needling helps to thicken the skin by stimulating collagen and synthesis in the dermal layers whilst leaving the epidermis intact. The result “orange peel” is less visible
• To dramatically increase the penetration and, therefore, the therapeutic effect of topical serums

Microneedling with Electroporation is suitable for all skin types. It is ideal for clients wanting to improve on hyperpigmentation, skin laxity, uneven skin, enlarged pores, acne, scarring, onset of ageing and rosacea.

When using the Electroporation, you don’t need to use a deep needle depth as the permeability of the cell membrane is increased, which allows the active ingredients to be introduced to the cell and will increase the results.

At the end of your treatment, there will be erythema present, and mild bleeding can occur. The skin may be red for 24 - 72 hours.

We recommend that you don’t put anything on for the next 12-24 hours, depending on the depth of the treatment.

There are little risks involved with Mesopen Pro if all guidelines are followed. Some of the associated risks and complications can include:

• Mild flaking or dryness
• Scab formation
• Post inflammatory hyperpigmentation
• Granulomas

Any complications are rare and in most cases easily resolved

The following conditions are contraindicated to Mesopen Pro treatment, and no treatment can be performed:

• Papulopustular rosacea
• Acne III-IV
• Herpes Simples
• Warts
• Raised Moles
• Scleroderma
• Bacterial/Fungal Infections
• Open lesions
• Solar keratosis
• Skin cancer
• Hemophilia

We also have a variety of other treatments available to address your skin concerns and reveal your natural radiance:

• SWA Signature Facials
• Healite II LED Phototherapy
• Photo Rejuvenation with IPL
• Laser