Microchanneling: Top 5 Questions Answered By A Skin Care Professional

Question #1: What is MicroChanneling?

Microchanneling is a cosmetic procedure that involves the use of a device with fine needles to create tiny punctures through the top layer of the skin. This causes your body to stimulate its natural wound healing process, which will rejuvenate the skin. When it does, it begins to promote the production of collagen and elastin, two proteins that are essential for maintaining healthy, youthful-looking skin.

Question #2: What does it target?

The procedure is typically performed by a trained skincare professional or dermatologist and is used to address various skin concerns, including:

Fine lines and wrinkles
Acne scars
Uneven skin tone and texture
Enlarged pores
Hyperpigmentation (dark spots)
Stretch marks
Stimulate hair growth (scalp)

Microchanneling is often used in conjunction with topical serums or serums containing growth factors, peptides, or hyaluronic acid, which are applied to the skin immediately after the micro-channeling process. These serums can penetrate deeper into the skin through the microchannels created by the needles, enhancing their effectiveness.

Question #3: How long is the recovery process?

Overall, microchanneling is considered a minimally invasive procedure that can improve the appearance and texture of the skin, with minimal downtime compared to more aggressive treatments like laser therapy. You may be slightly red immediately after treatment, but within 24 hours the redness will subside. It typically resembles a sunburn. You can hide the redness with make-up, but you must wait 90 minutes after the treatment to allow time for the channels to close.

Question #4: What is the difference between microchanneling vs microneedling?

Microchanneling and microneedling are often used interchangeably, but there can be some differences in terminology depending on the specific device or technique being used. In essence, both microchanneling and microneedling involve the use of fine needles or micro-needles to create controlled micro-injuries in the skin for the purpose of skin rejuvenation. However, here are some distinctions:

Terminology: “Microneedling” is a broader term that encompasses various techniques and devices that use micro-needles to treat the skin. Microchanneling is a specific type of microneedling procedure.
Needle Depth: The depth to which the needles penetrate the skin can vary in both microchanneling and microneedling. Some microneedling devices have adjustable needle depths, allowing for customization based on the specific skin concerns being addressed.
Technique: Microchanneling often refers to a specific technique of an up and down motion, where the needles create channels or microchannels in the skin without tearing or damaging the surrounding tissue. This technique is designed to minimize downtime and discomfort. Typically, with microneedling, you drag the device, which could result in tearing of the skin.
Results: Both microchanneling and microneedling stimulate collagen and elastin production, resulting in improved skin texture, reduced fine lines and wrinkles, and the treatment of various skin concerns. Make sure to consult a trained skincare professional or dermatologist for further questions.

Question #5: What does the before and after look like?

Here are some pictures of my mom. She’s never had botox or any procedure on her face. This is what her skin looked like 10 days AFTER microchanneling. You can noticeably see her crows feet had diminished, as well as, her forehead lines. I’m also including a video of me doing it so you can see the process and how red I got during.