Skin Services · Indiranagar & Bellandur

Microneedling with Dermapen in Bangalore

Microneedling with a Dermapen creates controlled micro-channels in the skin so it repairs itself with new collagen and elastin. It is one of the most useful treatments we have for acne scarring, open pores, stretch marks and uneven texture, and it works with your own healing rather than against it.

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A Dermapen microneedling session at The Aesthetic Edge, Bangalore

Is this you?

Old acne scars still catch the light and no cream has touched them.

My pores look large and my skin texture is uneven however carefully I clean it.

Stretch marks from pregnancy or a growth spurt still bother me.

Treatment at a glance

SessionsTypically 6–8, depending on the concern being treated

NumbingTopical anaesthetic applied 15–20 minutes before the session

DowntimeRedness, mild swelling and flaking, usually settling within a day

TreatsAcne scars, open pores, uneven texture, stretch marks, fine lines

Performed byA doctor, always

Consultation₹500, waived off against treatment

What it does for you

Softer acne scarring

Controlled micro-injury prompts the skin to rebuild through a scar rather than over it, which is why post-acne marks and depressed scars respond to microneedling where topical products do not.

Refined pores and texture

Repeated collagen remodelling tightens the skin around pores and evens out rough, blackhead-prone texture over a course of sessions.

Improvement in stretch marks

Stretch marks are dermal scars, and the same remodelling response that helps acne scarring reduces how visible they are — on the body as well as the face.

Collagen and elastin rebuilding

The needle depth is set to reach the layer where collagen and elastin are made, improving the skin's strength and elasticity as it heals.

Brighter, more even tone

As the surface renews, dull skin and shallow pigmentation lift, which is what patients tend to describe as glow.

Works on your own biology

Nothing synthetic is placed in the skin. The result comes from your own repair response, which is why it builds gradually and holds.

How the treatment works

Assessment and plan

Your doctor examines the scarring, pores or stretch marks being treated, checks for anything that rules microneedling out, and sets the number of sessions.

Cleanse and numb

The area is deep cleansed and topical anaesthetic is left on for fifteen to twenty minutes so the session itself is comfortable.

The Dermapen pass

The device creates controlled micro-channels at a depth chosen for the concern — shallower for texture and tone, deeper for scarring.

Recovery and repeat

Redness and flaking settle over about a day. Sessions are spaced to let collagen remodelling complete between them, usually over several months.

See the Treatment in Action

Real results, straight from the clinic's own channel.

Acne Scar Solutions — Microneedling

What it can and can't fix

Side effects, honestly

Most patients experience none of these. Some patients, in rare cases, may notice the following — listed because you deserve the full picture before you decide.

Redness, swelling and flaking

Expected immediately afterwards and typically resolved within a day. Occasional light bruising is also normal, particularly at deeper settings.

Sun sensitivity

Freshly needled skin burns easily and pigments easily. SPF 50 or higher every day is the single most important part of aftercare.

Infection risk if aftercare is skipped

The micro-channels are open for a few hours. Not washing the face for the first four hours, and using the antiseptic cream provided, is what keeps that risk low.

When microneedling is not suitable

Pregnancy and breastfeeding, active acne, active herpes, and moderate-to-severe chronic conditions such as eczema or psoriasis are all reasons to treat something else first or choose another route.

About this treatment

Microneedling works by doing controlled, deliberate damage. The Dermapen drives very fine needles into the skin at a set depth, creating thousands of micro-channels that the body immediately sets about repairing — and that repair lays down new collagen and elastin in the process.

That mechanism is why it is the go-to for acne scarring. A scar is a defect in the dermis; creams work on the surface and cannot reach it. Microneedling triggers remodelling in the right layer, which is also why it helps with stretch marks, which are dermal scars of a different origin, and with the loss of firmness that shows up as enlarged pores and crepey texture.

The trade-off is that it is a course, not an event. Depth is set for the concern, sessions are spaced so remodelling can complete, and the result builds over months. Six to eight sessions is typical, with sunscreen doing real work in between — freshly needled skin pigments easily, and unprotected sun exposure is the most common reason a good course of microneedling underdelivers.

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Questions patients ask

How many microneedling sessions will I need?

Typically six to eight, though it depends entirely on what is being treated — deep acne scarring needs more sessions than general texture and tone. Your doctor sets the plan at consultation.

When will I see results?

Many patients see a visible change from the first session, but the real improvement is cumulative: collagen remodelling continues for weeks after each treatment and builds across the course.

Does microneedling hurt?

It is designed to be comfortable. Topical anaesthetic is applied for fifteen to twenty minutes beforehand, and most patients describe mild pressure or a scratchy sensation rather than pain.

How long is the downtime?

Short. Expect redness, mild swelling and some flaking, usually settling within a day. Plan around two days without strenuous exercise, and keep sunscreen on throughout.

Is microneedling safe?

It is safe for most people when performed under medical supervision with sterile single-use tips. It is avoided in pregnancy and breastfeeding, and where there is active acne, active herpes or a chronic skin condition.

Does microneedling actually rebuild collagen?

Yes — that is the mechanism. Controlled micro-injury triggers the skin's wound-healing response, which lays down new collagen and elastin. It is why results build over months rather than appearing at once.

Can microneedling be done on the body?

Yes. Stretch marks on the abdomen, thighs and arms are commonly treated. Body skin heals more slowly than facial skin, so sessions are spaced a little further apart.

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