Microneedling and skin boosters are both popular skin-quality treatments that work by very different mechanisms. Understanding the difference helps you have a more useful conversation at consultation.
Neither is a universal answer; the right choice depends on your skin.
Different mechanisms
Microneedling stimulates the skin's own repair response through controlled micro-injury, mainly improving texture and renewal. Skin boosters place hydrating hyaluronic-acid-based preparations into the skin to improve hydration and quality. One prompts the skin to remodel; the other supplements it.
What each is best for
Microneedling tends to suit texture and the appearance of scarring. Skin boosters tend to suit hydration, plumpness and overall skin quality, particularly where skin looks tired or dehydrated. Your primary concern usually points towards one or the other.
Better together?
They can complement one another well within a plan, addressing both the skin's structure and its hydration. This is common in a personalised approach rather than choosing strictly one.
Deciding
The consultation assesses your skin and matches the approach, within the Skin Regeneration Programme. There is no fixed pathway.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I have both?
Yes. Microneedling and skin boosters address different aspects of skin quality and are often combined within a personalised plan decided at assessment.
Which is better for fine lines?
Both support skin quality rather than treating deep lines. The most suitable option for early fine lines depends on your skin and is assessed at consultation.
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