Microchanneling: A Microneedling Alternative With No Downtime

Microchanneling is a skin treatment that involves using a device to create small channels in the skin. This treatment stimulates the production of collagen and elastin in the skin to address a myriad of skin concerns. It also helps to improve the effectiveness of topical skincare products by increasing their absorption into the skin.

Humans have a set of biological building blocks that are essential to healing and facilitating the cell regeneration process. Those building blocks, collagen and elastin, work hard to keep our skin looking smooth, young, and radiant.

What is microchanneling?

Microchanneling, simply put, acts as a catalyst to get those essential, skin rebuilding functions operating at their optimal capacity. So, whether you’re looking for the best anti-aging treatment or you want to treat acne scarring or brown spots, we’ve got you covered.

What skin concerns does microchanneling treat?

Microchanneling is a dynamic treatment since it provides an ample supply of everything your skin needs to feel full and firm. When we get to around 30 years old, our natural collagen production slows down dramatically. 

Those fine lines that you’ve been noticing, wrinkles, brown spots, and concerns that come with aging are ever-present. This non-surgical approach gives a new direction to skin rejuvenation. Treating  stretch marks, acne scarring, sagging skin, brown spots, wrinkles, firming and tightening the skin, and improving skin tone and texture all skin types are welcome to indulge in this treatment.

Who cannot receive microchanneling?

No matter your skin type, there are, of course, contraindications to everything. So if you are a person who has a suppressed immune system, you’ll need to avoid microchanneling. You will need to reschedule if you have any open lesions or pustules before your appointment. You’ll also need to wait 2 years after taking Accutane, and you will have to avoid microchanneling if you are pregnant or nursing.

Microchanneling vs microneedling

Microchanneling and microneedling are often mistaken for one another. While they are similar, using the same basic foundations to address and alleviate skin concerns, the most significant difference you’ll notice is the device used during the treatment. Microneedling uses a device that is pulled across the skin and is covered in microscopic needles.

On the other hand, the microchanneling device uses a linear stamping technique that offers more consistent and uniform microchannels. Because of the consistent and stamping fluid motion, microchanneling has ONLY 90 minutes of downtime compared to the several days of downtime that you will experience with microneedling. This makes microchanneling a PERFECT service for clients who want results but can’t take several days out of their busy schedule after a microneedling service. And with microchanneling you will experience little to no discomfort.

The 3 step process of microchanneling

Throughout the microchanneling process, you might find yourself flipping through the FAQs to determine just how this treatment breaks down, and what you can expect when you’re in the chair.

Micro-needles create micro-injuries

Microneedles create injuries using a linear stamping technique. This produces a consistent series of microchannels and reduced tissue damage. As a result, your skin responds to those micro-injuries and gets to work on repairing itself.

The skin’s natural healing response is stimulated

Your skin is always hard at work. It’s a 365/24/7 type of place. It is constantly occupied, working  to synthesize and regenerate. As microchannels are built via the microchanneling device, the individual healthy tissues surrounding each channel enhance the healing process. As a response to these micro wounds, the skin, triggers the birth of new collagen and elastin.

Hyaluronic acid and stem cell growth serums support skin health 

Finally, during the service your esthetician uses growth factors derived from human bone marrow stem cell cultures that deeply penetrate your skin and produce an anti-inflammatory effect that reduces healing time and delivers amazing anti-aging, skin tightening, and scar removal.. As you repeat this healing process with your microchanneling specialist, your skin is encouraged to produce new collagen and elastin over time. This will result in improved skin  texture and skin tone, improvements to scarring and stretch marks, healthier feeling and looking skin, and the type of results that you’ve been hoping for.

Frequently asked questions about microchanneling

As with any new skincare treatment, you may have questions as you get closer to your appointment.

Does microchanneling hurt?

Most people experience little to no discomfort during their treatment sessions, but if you’re curious about numbing agents, you can speak to your microchanneling specialist. Using a numbing agent won’t affect your results. Your appointment will take approximately 75 to 90 minutes. 

What aftercare is necessary for a microchanneling session?

Microchanneling aftercare is an essential part of your healing. You will want to use gentle products, moisturize often, and stay away from active ingredients like retinol for at least 5 days following your treatment. Using the proper skin care following your treatment can make a big difference in the results you get from your microchanneling service.Your esthetician will go through the exact directions you need to follow for best results and to get the most out of your treatment!

How many sessions are needed before you see results?

How often have you opted for a facial treatment only to struggle with the aftercare process, and the endless sessions needed to reach your goals? With microchanneling, you will see major improvements to acne scars, stretch marks, sagging skin, brown spots, wrinkles, and will see firmer and tighter skin 30 days after your first session. Results are permanent! However, to see dramatic results from concerns such as acne scars and stretch marks, 3 to 6 sessions are recommended.

Book your Microchanneling treatment with Amy Danielle Beauty!

At Amy Danielle Beauty, we strive to deliver the best possible client care, and provide the results you want in the quickest amount of time, with a modality that is more effective and delivers exceptional results.. If you’re curious about how to get started, you can head on over to our website and connect with us. We can’t wait to help you start your skincare journey!