Microneedling
in St. George, Utah

At Aera Medical Aesthetics, single microneedling sessions run $300–$450 per session. Microneedling with PRP (platelet-rich plasma added) runs $500–$700 per session. Three-session packages are discounted. Final cost depends on the area treated (full face vs face + neck + chest) and whether PRP is added.

A medical-grade pen creates hundreds of controlled micro-channels in the skin per second, triggering a wound-healing response that stimulates new collagen and elastin production over the following 4–8 weeks. The micro-injuries are far below pain threshold (numbing cream is used) and surface-only — they close within hours. The body's natural healing process is what produces the long-term improvement in fine lines, scars, and texture.

They address overlapping but different concerns. Microneedling is mechanical (physical channels) and excels at acne scars, stretch marks, large pores, and texture. Lasers (like ClearLift) are energy-based and excel at fine lines, pigmentation, and overall tone. Many patients combine both — microneedling for texture/scars, laser for tone/pigment. Microneedling is also significantly safer on darker skin tones than most lasers.

PRP (platelet-rich plasma) is plasma drawn from your own blood, then concentrated to isolate growth factors. Applied topically before and after microneedling, the growth factors absorb into the freshly-created micro-channels and amplify collagen stimulation. PRP-microneedling typically delivers about 30–40% better results than microneedling alone, with similar downtime.

Most patients have moderate redness for 24–48 hours (looks like a mild sunburn). Some pinpoint pinkness can persist into day 3. Makeup can be applied at 24 hours. Sun avoidance and SPF 30+ are critical for at least 7 days. Most patients schedule microneedling on a Friday and are presentable by Monday.

Most concerns require 3–6 sessions spaced 4 weeks apart. Acne scars and stretch marks often need the full 6 for visible improvement. General skin rejuvenation responds well to 3 sessions. Maintenance treatments every 6 months keep results sustained as natural collagen production declines with age.

Yes — significantly safer than most lasers. Microneedling doesn't target melanin, so the risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation common with light-based devices is minimal. This makes it one of the better collagen-induction treatments for Fitzpatrick IV–VI patients.

Fine lines and early wrinkles, acne scars (rolling, boxcar, ice-pick), surgical scars, stretch marks, large pores, uneven texture, mild laxity, and overall skin dullness. Patients with deep wrinkles, established laxity, or significant pigmentation may benefit more from a combined approach (microneedling + laser + filler).